President Droupadi Murmu delivered an inspiring address to the Odisha Legislative Assembly, calling for a united effort to build a prosperous and strong Odisha by 2036. She spoke with emotion and nostalgia, remembering her own journey in the Assembly and expressing pride in Odisha’s long history, culture, and contribution to the nation.
She highlighted that Odisha has always given importance to women’s empowerment. From the time before independence till today, the state has consistently ensured women’s representation in the Assembly. She praised the women of Odisha who have excelled in many fields and brought glory to the country.
The President appreciated the rapid progress Odisha is making in agriculture, education, health, tribal development, industry, and disaster management. She said that with rich natural resources, a long coastline, talented youth, and a peaceful society, Odisha has every opportunity to become one of India’s leading states.
She urged the MLAs to be role models in both words and actions. She reminded them that people look up to them and trust them with great responsibility. Their behaviour, decisions, and leadership will shape Odisha’s future.
The President’s message also pointed towards a bigger vision for Odisha. She encouraged the idea of turning Odisha into a major industrial centre by adding value to its minerals and promoting green industries. She said Odisha can become a global tourism destination by developing its beaches, temples, wildlife, tribal culture, and eco-tourism sites.
She also emphasised the need to modernise agriculture, promote organic farming, and support farmers through better irrigation and food processing units. She said that empowering tribal communities through education, skills, and forest-based livelihoods should be a priority.
The President highlighted that Odisha can become a major technology and innovation hub by supporting start-ups, research, and youth-led enterprises. The coastal belt can be developed with modern ports, logistics hubs, and fishing harbours, boosting global trade.
She noted that Odisha is already respected across the world for its disaster management model. By strengthening it further, Odisha can become a global example of climate resilience.
As the state approaches 2036, the centenary year of its formation, President Murmu called on everyone to work together with dedication and the spirit of “Nation First.” A stronger and more prosperous Odisha, she said, will be India’s proud contribution to becoming a fully developed nation by 2047.
Her message was simple yet powerful: if leaders and citizens work with honesty, unity, and commitment, Odisha can emerge as a modern, progressive, and globally admired state.