President Droupadi Murmu was visibly emotional during her visit to the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities (NIEPVD) in Dehradun, where a group of visually impaired students performed a heartfelt birthday song to mark her 67th birthday.
“I couldn’t hold back my tears. They sang so beautifully—from their hearts,” the President said, lauding the students’ soulful performance.
🎶 A Tribute That Touched the Nation
The performance, part of a cultural program during her three-day visit to Uttarakhand, left the President teary-eyed and drew widespread admiration on social media. She described the moment as one of pure emotion and divine resonance, stating it felt as though “divinity itself echoed through their melodies”.
🏛️ Empowerment Through Inclusion
President Murmu emphasized that the progress of a nation is reflected in how it treats persons with disabilities, highlighting India’s commitment to inclusivity through initiatives like the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan.
She also inaugurated the Rashtrapati Tapovan and Rashtrapati Niketan, and laid the foundation for Rashtrapati Udyan, all part of a broader push toward ecological preservation and accessible infrastructure in the Himalayan region.
🌿 A President’s Message of Compassion
“India’s history is full of inspiring incidents of sensitivity and inclusiveness,” she said, urging citizens to embrace empathy and equal opportunity for all.
Stay tuned for more updates from the President’s Uttarakhand visit.
