President – Droupadi Murmu

Droupadi Murmu: President of India

Droupadi Murmu is the 15th President of India and the first tribal woman to hold this esteemed office. She assumed office on July 25, 2022, succeeding Ram Nath Kovind. Her election marks a significant milestone in India's democratic history, symbolizing inclusion and empowerment.

Early Life and Education

• Date of Birth: June 20, 1958

• Place of Birth: Uparbeda, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India

• Tribe: Santhal

• Education:

  • Completed her Bachelor of Arts from Rama Devi Women’s College, Bhubaneswar.

Political Career

1. BJP Member:

   • Droupadi Murmu joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the late 1990s.

2. Positions Held:

   • Councillor: Elected as a councillor in the Rairangpur Nagar Panchayat in 1997.

   • MLA: Represented the Rairangpur constituency in the Odisha Legislative Assembly (2000–2009).

   • Minister: Held portfolios like Commerce, Transport, and Fisheries in the Odisha government (2000–2004).

   • Governor of Jharkhand: Served as the 9th Governor of Jharkhand from May 2015 to July 2021, becoming the first woman to hold this post.

3. Presidency:

   • Elected as India's President in 2022, becoming the first tribal woman and the second woman overall to hold the post.

Notable Achievements

• Advocated for tribal rights, environmental conservation, and rural development throughout her political career.

• First tribal leader to become a state governor and later President of India.

• During her governorship, she upheld constitutional values and worked to improve tribal welfare in Jharkhand.

Personal Life

• Droupadi Murmu has faced significant personal losses, including the deaths of her husband, two sons, and a brother, but her resilience and dedication to public service remain steadfast.

• Known for her simple lifestyle and spiritual inclinations, she is a follower of the Brahma Kumaris movement.

Significance of Her Presidency

• Represents a paradigm shift in Indian politics, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity.

• As the President, she embodies hope and inspiration for marginalized communities, especially women and tribals.

Droupadi Murmu's journey from a small tribal village to Rashtrapati Bhavan is a testament to the power of democracy and determination.