President Droupadi Murmu attends event in Kurukshetra on the 60th anniversary of Haryana State's formation

President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu participated in the 'Diamond Janmashtami' celebrations organized as part of the 60th year celebrations of the formation of Haryana State on November 1, 2026. This grand event was held in Kurukshetra, Haryana, where she congratulated the residents of Haryana on completing 60 years of the State's establishment. According to a PIB Delhi report, in her address, the President noted the meaningful contribution made by the people of Haryana to various facets of India's progress.

The President stated that this sacred land, which spread Lord Krishna's immortal message of selfless karma yoga to the entire world, has also established numerous milestones of human valor in the modern era. She further added that the people of Haryana have made significant contributions in various fields ranging from the freedom struggle to social transformation, democracy, literature, and science.

Speaking on the subject of women's empowerment, the President expressed happiness that over the last decade or so, Haryana has made special progress in several aspects of women's empowerment. She described the 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' national campaign launched from Panipat in January 2015 as a very important initiative in the direction of women's empowerment. The President also expressed joy that compared to the year 2014, an increase in the sex ratio at birth has been observed in the year 2025. She expressed confidence that with the coordinated efforts of the state and central governments, this ratio will reach the level of equality. She also expected that the pace of improvement in areas such as women's health and the education of girl children in the state will continue to increase.

Praising Haryana's performance in the sports sector, the President said that in the history of Indian sports, players from Haryana have achieved extraordinary accomplishments in prestigious international competitions. She specifically praised the daughters of Haryana, who have enhanced the nation's pride through their remarkable achievements in sports. In conclusion, the President said that Haryana is scaling new heights in its journey of inclusive growth. She prayed that Lord Krishna's message provides strength and wisdom to every individual and organization contributing to Haryana's development.