ODISHA WOMEN LEGISLATORS MEET PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU AT RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN

Courtesy interaction in New Delhi described as a proud and inspiring momen

NEW DELHI, GTNS, SEPTEMBER 10: A delegation of women legislators from the Odisha Legislative Assembly, led by Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy, met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi during a courtesy interaction.

The meeting provided an opportunity for the Odisha legislators to interact with the President and exchange views in a cordial and respectful atmosphere.

The delegation described the interaction with President Murmu as a memorable, dignified and inspiring occasion. Her simplicity, vision and approach to public service were highlighted as qualities that left a strong impression on the visiting legislators.

The interaction also carried special significance for the Odisha delegation as President Murmu hails from Odisha and has represented the State at the highest constitutional office of the country.

The presence of Speaker Surama Padhy along with women members of the Odisha Assembly reflected the growing participation of women in the State’s legislative and public affairs.

The legislators said the meeting with the President had provided them with renewed motivation to discharge their responsibilities towards the people with greater commitment and dedication.

Courtesy interaction in New Delhi becomes a memorable moment of pride, inspiration and democratic engagement

The courtesy meeting at Rashtrapati Bhavan also offered a significant moment of interaction between Odisha’s elected representatives and the country’s constitutional head, highlighting the importance of democratic institutions and public service.

The delegation expressed its appreciation for the opportunity to meet President Murmu and said her personality and words of encouragement would remain a source of inspiration in their continuing public responsibilities.

The delegation’s reflections centred on President Murmu’s simplicity, vision and inspiring personality, which they said provided renewed encouragement for their responsibilities as elected representatives.

The meeting also carried a special significance for Odisha. President Droupadi Murmu, who has a long association with the State’s public life, has herself served as a member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly before becoming Governor of Jharkhand and subsequently the President of India.

For the women legislators accompanying Speaker Surama Padhy, the meeting offered an important opportunity to interact with the country’s highest constitutional office and reflect on the responsibilities associated with public representation.

The presence of the women legislators at Rashtrapati Bhavan also underscored the increasing participation of women in Odisha’s political and legislative institutions. Their interaction with President Murmu provided a platform for exchanging perspectives in an atmosphere of mutual respect and constitutional dignity.