Hope it will give us new energy: Madhya Pradesh CM on President Murmu's visit to state

Speaking to the media, CM Yadav highlighted the significance of President Murmu's visit, hoping it would bring new energy to the state.

"I am happy that President Draupadi Murmu was on a visit to Madhya Pradesh; she attended the programme at Bageshwar Dham. I welcomed her. I hope that her visit will give us new energy. Today is the occasion of Mahashivratri, my greetings to the people of the state," he said.

President Droupadi Murmu graced a Mass Wedding ceremony organised by Shri Bageshwar Jan Seva Samiti at Gadha in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur on Wednesday, said an official statement by President's Secretariat.

Addressing the gathering, the President said, "Today, as our country moves from women-development to women-led development, we must all contribute to making our daughters and sisters strong and capable."

She urged people to "pay attention to women's education, health, and safety". She said that "our small efforts would empower them." She also advised women to "make continuous efforts for their education and self-reliance."

The President pointed out that "in our tradition, saints have shown the path to the people for centuries."

"They have raised their voice against the social evils prevalent in contemporary society. They have also raised their voice against discrimination based on caste, gender, etc. Be it Guru Nanak, Sant Ravidas, Sant Kabir Das, Meera Bai, or Sant Tukaram, all have inspired people to follow the right path through their teachings. Their contribution to Indian society has given them a respectful place," as per the statement.

"Contemporary spiritual leaders could play an important role in building a self-reliant, harmonious, and environment-friendly India," she concluded.