Odisha: President Droupadi Murmu felicitated at Gopalpur Air Defence College
Gopalpur, August 5
President Droupadi Murmu was accorded a warm reception on Wednesday during her visit to the Army Air Defence College in Gopalpur, located in Odisha's Ganjam district.
According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi attended the programme and presented a commemorative memento to the President. Senior military officers welcomed President Murmu and Chief Minister Majhi upon their arrival at the defence establishment.
During the visit, President Murmu and Chief Minister Majhi interacted with senior Army officials and personnel at the Army Air Defence College. Both dignitaries appreciated the dedication, discipline, professional training standards, and selfless service of the armed forces in safeguarding the nation.
The interaction highlighted the significance of specialised military training institutions in enhancing operational readiness and strengthening the capabilities of defence personnel. The President acknowledged the contribution of soldiers and officers who work towards maintaining the security and preparedness of the country.
The visit formed part of President Murmu's engagement with defence establishments and personnel, providing an opportunity to recognise the efforts of armed forces members involved in training, strategic preparedness, and national security.
Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu, accompanied by Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, departed from Bhubaneswar Railway Station on Tuesday aboard a special train bound for Berhampur.
The journey marks a rare and historic event, as President Murmu becomes the first sitting President of India to travel to Berhampur Railway Station by train.
Extensive security arrangements were executed by the Commissionerate of Police, Government Railway Police (GRP), and Railway Protection Force (RPF). A multi-tier security cordon was maintained inside and around the Bhubaneswar station premises, with platforms 1 and 2 cleared exclusively for the Presidential Special Train.
The three-day presidential visit to Odisha, which began on August 3 with the inauguration of Jagadguru Kripalu University in Cuttack, will conclude today when she returns to the national capital.
— ANI
Reader Comments
She is our first tribal woman President and a daughter of Odisha. Seeing her interact with our armed forces at Gopalpur Air Defence College gives a sense of pride. This visit also highlights how important defence training institutes are for our national security. What a historic train journey too!
It's great to see a President who connects with the people and the military. The special train journey to Berhampur shows she's down to earth. The security measures mentioned sound very thorough - kudos to all the police and RPF teams for keeping her safe. 🇮🇳
Good to see the President spending time with our defence personnel. But I wonder about the cost and disruption - clearing two whole platforms at Bhubaneswar station for a special train must have caused inconvenience to regular passengers. Could there be a more balanced approach? Just a thought.
President Murmu ji's journey to Berhampur by train is indeed historic. She continues to inspire us, especially women and tribal communities. The interaction with our soldiers at the Air Defence College reinforces the importance of selfless service. Very proud of our armed forces! 🙏🇮🇳
As someone who follows Indian politics from abroad, it's refreshing to see a President choosing to travel by train rather than always using air travel. It shows economic wisdom and connecting with the common people. The defence college visit also underscores India's commitment to strengthening its military capabilities.
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