President and Prime Minister to Share Stage in Rare Public Event
Mayurbhanj district is gearing up for a historic day on June 20 as President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are set to appear together at a public event in Dandabos, Rairangpur. The visit is being described as unique and significant, as the Prime Minister will not only attend an official function but will also tour the President’s native village and interact closely with local residents.
The upcoming visit has generated tremendous excitement across Mayurbhanj, particularly in Rairangpur and Pahadpur, the native village of President Murmu. District authorities have intensified preparations to ensure the smooth conduct of the high-profile programme.
Odisha Government’s Two-Year Celebration Moves to Mayurbhanj
The event coincides with the completion of two years of the Odisha Government. In a departure from tradition, the state-level celebrations and Cabinet meeting will be held in Mayurbhanj instead of Bhubaneswar. Residents consider this a matter of pride for the district, which will host some of the country’s most important leaders.
The occasion has also sparked enthusiasm among BJP supporters, who see the visit as a major recognition of Mayurbhanj’s importance in Odisha’s political and cultural landscape.
PM Modi to Begin Visit from President’s Native Village
According to the proposed schedule, Prime Minister Modi will land at the Dighasahi helipad near Pahadpur at around 11 a.m. on June 20. From there, he will travel by road to Pahadpur village, where he is expected to spend nearly an hour.
During his visit, the Prime Minister will tour several important sites linked to the local tribal heritage and the President’s family. He will pay floral tributes to the statue of President Murmu’s late husband, Shyam Charan Murmu, and visit sacred tribal worship sites, including the Jahira shrines of the Kohl and Santhal communities. He will also visit the village’s traditional Gosani worship site.
Interaction with Students and Skilled Youth
The Prime Minister is scheduled to interact with students and trained youth associated with the Skill Development Centre in Pahadpur. Many of these trainees are currently employed in various sectors outside the state.
He will also visit a local products exhibition organized at the SLS Trust School campus, where he is expected to engage with students, artisans, and entrepreneurs showcasing indigenous products and local craftsmanship.
Major Public Rally and Development Announcements at Dandabos
After completing his village visit, Prime Minister Modi will travel by helicopter to the Dandabos airstrip. There, he will address a massive public gathering in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu.
Several major development projects worth hundreds of crores of rupees are expected to be inaugurated or have their foundation stones laid during the event. The projects are aimed at boosting infrastructure and economic growth in Mayurbhanj and across Odisha.
Top State Leaders to Attend the Event
The grand programme will also be attended by Odisha Chief Minister, the Governor, state ministers, Members of Parliament, and Members of the Legislative Assembly. The presence of the country’s two highest constitutional leaders on a single stage is expected to make June 20 a landmark day in the history of Mayurbhanj.
The visit is being viewed not only as a celebration of development but also as a tribute to Odisha’s tribal heritage and the remarkable journey of President Droupadi Murmu from a small village in Mayurbhanj to the highest constitutional office in the country.