President Murmu reflects on journey to top office in interview with Smriti Irani

In the interview, the president shared a myriad of experiences, beginning with her childhood to becoming a public figure. She fondly described the story behind her name, which was given to her by her school teacher.

President Droupadi Murmu, India's first tribal woman president, engaged in an exclusive interview with Union Minister Smriti Irani on the occasion of World Radio Day.

This iconic interview was aired on All India Radio (AIR) Akashvani channels on February 13 at 9 am on Akashvani Gold and 7 pm on Akashvani Rainbow.

In the interview, the president shared a myriad of experiences, beginning with her childhood to becoming a public figure. She fondly described the story behind her name, which was given to her by her school teacher.

Murmu also delved into her educational, professional, and political journey, and shared her experiences of interacting with the masses as the president.

AIR said, "President Murmu recounted how an ordinary tribal woman like her overcame several hardships, and went on to achieve her aim of serving the nation through her grit, dedication and determination."

"The president also recalled the historic day when she first arrived in the new Parliament for her address to the joint sitting of the House, with the Sengol being carried in front of her," it added.

The programme was a part of the radio series, "Nai Soch Nai Kahani - A Radio Journey with Smriti Irani", hosted by the Union minister for the All India Radio (AIR). The show celebrates incredible tales of empowerment of women with the aid of the government's initiatives.

With PTI inputs