Mathura (UP), Mar 20 — President Droupadi Murmu, currently on a three-day visit to Uttar Pradesh, on Friday met spiritual leader Premanand Ji Maharaj at the Radha Keli Kunj Ashram in Mathura, where she attended a discourse.
Her itinerary includes visits to several prominent religious and cultural sites across Mathura and Vrindavan. Later in the day, she is scheduled to pay respects at the samadhi of Baba Neem Karoli in Vrindavan and visit other spiritual centres, including Udiya Baba Ashram and Davanal Kund.
The President will also inaugurate a new oncology block at the Ramakrishna Mission Sevashram in Vrindavan, highlighting a focus on healthcare initiatives during the tour. Additionally, she is set to visit Vatsalya Gram as part of her engagements.
On the following day, Murmu will take part in rituals at Danghati Mandir in Govardhan, including darshan and aarti, and undertake the traditional Govardhan Parikrama.
She arrived in Mathura on Thursday evening, where she was received by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel along with state ministers and senior officials. Soon after her arrival, the President visited the ISKCON temple in Vrindavan and participated in evening prayers.
Her first day also included a visit to Prem Mandir, where she attended a laser show, followed by rituals and prayers at the Radha Krishna temple.
The visit combines spiritual engagements with developmental initiatives, reflecting a blend of cultural outreach and public service.