Smriti Irani wishes President Droupadi Murmu on birthday, calls her journey 'extraordinary'
Mumbai, June 20
Television superstar-turned-politician Smriti Irani extended birthday wishes to President Droupadi Murmu on June 20.
The actress further described her journey from a small village to the highest constitutional office in the country as "extraordinary."
Taking to her official work account that goes by the name, Smriti Irani Office, Smriti shared a picture of herself presenting a bouquet of yellow roses to the President and penned a powerful note celebrating Murmu's inspiring life and public service.
Sharing the post, Irani wrote, "From a small village to the highest constitutional office of our Republic, your journey reflects extraordinary courage, resilience, and commitment to public service." She added, "You continue to inspire millions across the nation, reaffirming that determination and purpose can overcome every obstacle. Warm birthday wishes to Hon'ble President Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji. May you be blessed with good health, happiness and divine grace always."
Earlier in the day, Bollywood star Jackie Shroff had also taken to his social media account to extend his birthday greetings to the President.
Jackie wrote, "Warmest birthday wishes to the Honourable President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu! Wishing you a year ahead filled with good health and peace."
Talking about President Droupadi Murmu, she is the 15th President of India, and is widely regarded as a trailblazer in Indian politics.
She went on to become India's first tribal President and the second woman to hold the nation's highest constitutional office.
The honourable President was born on June 20, 1958, in Uparbeda village in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, into a Santhali tribal family,
Before taking over the presidency in July 2022, she served as the Governor of Jharkhand from 2015 to 2021, becoming the first tribal woman to hold the post in the state.
Murmu has also been a member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly from 2000 to 2009 and held many ministerial portfolios, including Commerce and Transport, Fisheries and Animal Resources Development.
— IANS
Reader Comments
What an incredible role model for tribal communities and women across India! President Murmu's life shows that with determination, no background can limit your dreams. Smriti Irani's post beautifully captures this sentiment. Hope more political leaders learn from her grace.
It's nice that Smriti Irani took time to wish the President, but I wish our leaders would focus more on policy issues rather than just social media posts. Still, President Murmu's journey is genuinely inspiring - from a village school teacher to India's first citizen! 👏
Such a touching gesture with the yellow roses! Smriti Irani's note about "determination and purpose overcoming every obstacle" really resonates. Droupadi Murmu ji proves that true leadership transcends party lines. Happy Birthday, Madam President! 🎂
As someone who follows Indian politics from abroad, it's fascinating to see the respect President Murmu commands across the political spectrum. Her journey from a small tribal village to becoming the first tribal President of India is truly extraordinary. Inspiring for the world!
Smriti Irani's post is respectful but I wish she would focus more on substantive work rather than optics. That said, President Murmu deserves all the praise - she's been a dignified presence in Rashtrapati Bhavan, and her life story is a powerful testament to India's democratic spirit.
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