President of India, Droupadi Murmu arrives in Srinagar on Wednesday on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir.She was received by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Srinagar airport.
In a post on X, LG Sinha wrote, “Extended a warm welcome to Hon’ble President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji, on her arrival at Srinagar Airport.”
Meanwhile, President of India also wrote in a post, “Shri Manoj Sinha, Lt Governor of Jammu & Kashmir received President Droupadi Murmu on her arrival at Srinagar. The President was accorded a guard of honour on her first visit to Jammu and Kashmir.”
President Murmu will grace the 20th convocation of the University of Kashmir in Srinagar, where she will be the esteemed chief guest. The function will be also attended by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
President Murmu’s itinerary includes engaging with local tribal groups and women Self Help Groups at Raj Bhavan in Srinagar, fostering community interactions. Later in the day, a civic reception in her honour will be hosted at the Raj Bhavan.
On October 12, President Murmu will make her way to the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine. There, she will inaugurate the newly remodeled Parvati Bhavan and the skywalk, marking a significant occasion at this sacred site.
Senior police said that they have intensified security arrangements throughout Srinagar and the Kashmir valley in light of the President of India’s arrival.
