President Murmu Begins Four-Day Kerala Visit
Droupadi Murmu, President of India, arrived in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday evening to begin a four-day official visit to Kerala. She was welcomed at the airport by the state’s Governor and Chief Minister and was then driven to Raj Bhavan for her stay.
Itinerary and Engagements
During her visit, President Murmu is scheduled to visit the Sabarimala temple on Wednesday, where extensive security measures have been put in place and access for devotees is restricted. On Thursday, she will unveil a memorial statue of former President K. R. Narayanan at Raj Bhavan, followed by participation in the centenary event of the Sree Narayana Guru Mutt at Sivagiri and a platinum jubilee celebration at St. Thomas College, Pala. Her schedule on Friday includes attending the centenary of St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam and a lunch at Bolgatty Palace before departing from Kochi in the evening.
Context and Significance
The visit underlines the President’s role in ceremonial and community engagements across Kerala, reflecting a blend of spiritual, educational and commemorative functions. Her participation in temple rituals, educational milestones and memorial unveilings underscores the broad outreach of her office. High-level security and logistical arrangements indicate the importance given to the tour.
