Guwahati, 15th January: President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Meghalaya and Assam from January 15 to 17, as announced by the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The visit encompasses a range of significant engagements, infrastructure inaugurations, and participation in local celebrations.
Kicking off the journey, President Murmu inaugurated the Meghalaya Games at the P A Sangma Stadium in Tura on January 15, emphasizing her support for sports and youth involvement.
On January 16, she addressed members of Self-Help Groups at Baljek Airport in Tura, underscoring her commitment to grassroots-level empowerment and community development. Additionally, President Murmu virtually laid the foundation stone for the new Integrated Administration Complex in Tura, marking the commencement of a crucial infrastructure project to enhance administrative efficiency in the region.
The visit prioritized the enhancement of local infrastructure and tourism. President Murmu virtually inaugurated the upgraded Rongjeng Mangsang Adokgre Road and Mairang Ranigodown Azra Road, aiming to improve connectivity and commerce. She also laid foundation stones for the Shillong Peak ropeway and tourist accommodations in scenic villages like Kongthong, Mawlyngot, and Kudengrim, promoting sustainable tourism and economic growth.
The tour’s culmination featured President Murmu’s attendance at the golden jubilee celebrations of the Karbi Youth Festival at Taralangso, Diphu, in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district on January 17. This cultural milestone honors the traditions and heritage of the local Karbi community.
President Murmu’s visit not only underscores her commitment to the development of Meghalaya and Assam but also marks a historic moment as she becomes the first President to spend a night in the Garo Hills region and the first state guest to reside in the newly inaugurated Raj Bhavan in Tura. Her engagements reflect a broader commitment to engaging with diverse communities across India and supporting national growth and development endeavors.
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