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President Murmu's 4-Day Gujarat, Maharashtra Tour: AIIMS Convocations & More

President Droupadi Murmu will undertake a four-day visit to Gujarat and Maharashtra starting April 13. Her itinerary includes attending convocation ceremonies at AIIMS Rajkot and Nagpur, as well as Rashtriya Raksha University. She will also grace events for BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary and a valediction for IRS officer trainees. Prior to this tour, she met a youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir under the 'Watan Ko Jano' national integration programme.

Key Points: President Murmu Visits Gujarat, Maharashtra April 13-16

  • Visits Gujarat & Maharashtra
  • Attends AIIMS convocations
  • Graces BR Ambedkar Jayanti event
  • Meets 'Watan Ko Jano' youth delegation
  • Attends IRS officer valediction
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President Murmu to visit Gujarat, Maharashtra from April 13 to 16

President Droupadi Murmu's schedule includes convocations at AIIMS Rajkot & Nagpur, events for BR Ambedkar Jayanti, and meeting a J&K youth delegation.

"fostering national integration by exposing children... to the cultural, historical, and technological advancements of other parts of the country. - Official Release"

New Delhi, April 12

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Gujarat and Maharashtra from April 13 to April 16, a statement from the President's Secretariat read

The President will arrive in Gujarat for the first leg of her visit on April 13 and attend the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS Rajkot. The next day, she will head to Gandhinagar to grace the 'Samajik Samrasta Mahotsava' at Lok Bhavan on the occasion of the birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar, according to a release.

On the same day, the President will also grace the fifth convocation ceremony of Rashtriya Raksha University at Gandhinagar.

On April 15, Droupadi Murmu will head to Maharashtra for the second leg of her visit, where she will grace the second convocation ceremony of AIIMS Nagpur. On the same day, she will grace the valediction ceremony of the 78th batch of Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) Officer Trainees at the National Academy of Direct Taxes, Nagpur, the release stated.

She will conclude her visit by attending the sixth convocation ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya at Wardha on April 16.

Earlier on Wednesday, a youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir, attending the Ministry of Home Affairs' "Watan Ko Jano" programme, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

In an X post from Rastrapati Bhavan, it said, "A youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir attending the programme 'Watan Ko Jano', organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan."

The 'Watan Ko Jano' programme, organised by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir under funding from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, is aimed at fostering national integration by exposing children of the age less than 18 years from government-run homes to the cultural, historical, and technological advancements of other parts of the country.

The 'Watan Ko Jano' programme has been successful in promoting national integration, fostering unity among India's youth, and helping create a more inclusive, harmonious society, according to an official release from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Her schedule on Ambedkar Jayanti is perfect. Attending the 'Samajik Samrasta Mahotsava' in Gandhinagar sends a strong message about social harmony, which is the need of the hour. More power to her!
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Rohit P
Good to see the focus on institutions like Rashtriya Raksha University and the National Academy of Direct Taxes. Building a strong cadre of officers in defense and revenue is key for national security and development. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
The 'Watan Ko Jano' initiative mentioned at the end is truly heartening. Exposing youth from J&K to the rest of India is a brilliant way to build bridges and foster a shared national identity. More such programs are needed.
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the President's busy schedule, I hope such visits translate into tangible on-ground improvements for these institutions. Sometimes these events feel ceremonial. The real test is in sustained support and funding.
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Meera T
Concluding at Mahatma Gandhi's Vishwavidyalaya in Wardha is symbolic. It connects the legacy of Bapu with modern education and governance. A well-planned itinerary that honors both past and future.

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