PM Modi visits President Murmu’s in-laws’ village, explores tribal traditions and way of life

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited President Droupadi Murmu's in-laws' village in Odisha to celebrate her 68th birthday. The visit highlighted tribal traditions and included announcements for local development in Pahadpur.
Why it matters
The visit underscores the government's focus on tribal outreach and symbolic unity between the executive and the presidency.
In a rare moment, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi found themselves walking the same unpaved path on Saturday (June 20, 2026), far removed from the corridors of power in New Delhi, in a remote tribal village of Odisha.
The coverage is descriptive and focuses on official state activities, though it uses positive language regarding the leaders.
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