President Droupadi Murmu Visits Kurukshetra for Haryana Day Celebrations

Kurukshetra, November 1 (Daily Kiran) : President Droupadi Murmu is visiting Kurukshetra today, November 1, to celebrate Haryana Day. This event marks the 60th anniversary of the formation of Haryana and includes the ‘Hirak Jayanti’ celebrations. The President will also participate in the centenary commemoration of the martyrdom of Swami Shraddhanand at Gurukul Kurukshetra.

On the evening of October 31, the President arrived in Ambala, where she was warmly welcomed by Haryana Governor Prof. Aseem Kumar Ghosh and Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. The Chief Minister expressed his greetings on social media, stating, “It is a matter of pride and joy for all Haryana residents to have the esteemed presence of President Droupadi Murmu during the state’s 60th foundation day celebrations in Kurukshetra.”

The President’s day will begin with a visit to the ancient Shakti Peeth, Shri Bhadra Kali Temple, for prayers. Following this, she will attend the state-level Haryana Day event at the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Hall in Kurukshetra University.

This celebration is organized to highlight six decades of development in Haryana. During the event, the President will inaugurate a special exhibition showcasing the state’s achievements since its establishment in 1966. The exhibition will focus on various sectors, including agriculture, the Green Revolution, sports, industrial growth, education, healthcare, women’s empowerment, and the rich cultural heritage of Haryana.

Approximately 2,000 participants from diverse backgrounds are expected to attend the state-level ceremony. This group will include youth, women, elected representatives, farmers, beneficiaries of government schemes, athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, and healthcare workers.

Later, President Murmu will serve as the chief guest at the 114th annual celebration of Gurukul Kurukshetra, which will also honor the legacy of the great freedom fighter Swami Shraddhanand.