Draupadi Murmu

Draupadi Murmu is the 15th President of India and a senior political leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party. She broke the glass ceiling as the first tribal woman and only the second woman to be the highest constitutional authority in the country.

Her diverse and committed career in public service includes the positions of a legislator, minister, and Governor. Consequently, she was acclaimed for her rich administrative experience and emphasis on the participation of people in governance.

By Rashmi | Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:22:08 AM [IST]

Draupadi Murmu Biography

Draupadi Murmu is the 15th and current President of India. She is also the former cabinet minister of Odisha and the governor of Jharkhand. She was born into a humble family based in the remote village of Mayurbhanj, a tribal district of Odisha. She had worked as an assistant teacher and a junior assistant in the Odisha state irrigation department.

Murmu started her political journey with the BJP in 1997 and worked as a councilor in Rairangpur. She has also worked as the president of the Scheduled Tribe Morcha of the BJP Odisha unit before being elected twice to Odisha state legislative assembly on the BJP ticket and also served as a cabinet minister during 2002-2004 in Naveen Patnaik led BJD-BJP coalition government where she was felicitated with the best legislative member award.

Though her personal life remained full of struggle and tragedy, Murmu touched the pinnacle of public life and achieved monumental records in politics and social services. She lost her husband and two grown-up sons, but she stood strong on all occasions. Murmu created history as she became the first women governor of Jharkhand, the first tribal governor of a tribal state, and the first Odisha-born woman to be a governor.

In her family, she is accompanied by her only daughter, Itishree Murmu, who is a bank employee, and her son-in-law, Ganesh Hembram, who is a rugby player.

Draupadi Murmu Personal Life

Full Name	Draupadi Murmu
Date of Birth	20 Jun 1958 (Age 67)
Place of Birth	Baidaposi village, Mayurbhanj, Odisha
Party Name	Bharatiya Janta Party
Education	Graduate
Profession	Teacher, Social Worker, Politician,
Father's Name	Biranchi Narayan Tudu
Mother's Name	Not Known
Spouse's Name	Late Shyam Charan Murmu
Spouse's Profession	Bank Employee
Children	2 Son(s) 1 Daughter(s)
Religion	Hindu
Caste	Santhal

Draupadi Murmu Net Worth

Net Worth

₹4.8 LAKHS

ASSETS

₹9.45 LAKHS

Liabilities

₹4.65 LAKHS

Education Qualification of Draupadi Murmu

Draupadi Murmu pursued her elementary education at a local primary school, Uparbeda. Later, she moved to Bhubaneswar for higher studies when she was only five. And then, Murmu completed secondary education at Girl's High School Unit-2; and earned a B.A. degree from Rama Devi Women's College.

Interesting Facts about Draupadi Murmu

1. Draupadi Murmu is the first tribal woman to serve as the President of India.
2. She is the first President of India who was born after independence.
3. Murmu didn't have her own house till 2009.
4. She has become the first woman to hold the post of governor of Jharkhand.
5. She was also the first tribal woman to become the full-time governor of any Indian state.

Political Timeline of Draupadi Murmu

2025: Continues in office as President of India.
2022: Draupadi Murmu currently serves as the 15th President of India. She secured over 64% of votes in the presidential election held on 18 July 2022 to defeat Yashwant Sinha by a thumping margin.
2015: Draupadi Murmu was appointed the governor of Jharkhand. She was the first one to complete the term of the Jharkhand governor.
2006: Draupadi Mumru was appointed the president of BJP Schedule Tribe Morcha, Odisha unit.
2004: She was again elected as an MLA from the same Rairangpur constituency on a BJP ticket.
2002: She was appointed as M.O.S. for fisheries and animal husbandry in the Odisha state government. She remained in the office until 2004.
2000: She got elected to the Odisha legislative assembly from Rairangpur constituency as a BJP MLA. She was also inducted into the Naveen Patanaik-led BJD-BJP government as a minister of state, independent charge.
1997: She was elected as a councilor of Rairangpur district in Odisha. She also became the vice chairperson of Rairangpr.

Draupadi Murmu Early Life

1994: She started teaching at Aurobindo Integral Education Center, Rairangpur, Odisha.
1979: She started working as a junior assistant in the irrigation department of the Odisha government.
1979: Draupadi Murmu graduated from Rama Devi Women's University, Bhubaneswar with a BA degree.

Draupadi Murmu Achievements

Draupadi Murmu was honored with Nilakantha Award for the best MLA in the year 2007 by the Legislative Assembly of Odisha.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Draupadi Murmu)

What is Draupadi Murmu's date of birth?
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Draupadi Murmu studied graduation from Rama Devi Women's College.
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Draupadi Murmu's daughter's name is Itishree Murmu, who is a Bank worker.
Does Draupadi Murmu have children?
Draupadi Murmu had two sons named Laxman Murmu and Sipun Murmu; and two daughters - one has died, and another one's name is Itishree Murmu, who is a Bank worker.
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Draupadi Murmu's husband's name is Late Shyam Charan Murmu.
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Draupadi Murmu was married to Late Shyam Charan Murmu.
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Draupadi Murmu belongs to Odisha and was born in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha.
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Draupadi Murmu is the youngest President of India.
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Draupadi Murmu's date of birth is June 20, 1958.
What is Draupadi Murmu's age?
Draupadi Murmu is 65 years old (As of 2023).
What is Draupadi Murmu's contact number?
Draupadi Murmu's contact number is +916512283469.
What is Draupadi Murmu's qualification?
Draupadi Murmu studied graduation from Rama Devi Women's College.
What is Draupadi Murmu's caste?
Draupadi Murmu's caste is Schedule Tribe.
What is the net worth of Draupadi Murmu?
Draupadi Murmu has a net worth of ₹4.8 LAKHS.
Does Draupadi Murmu have any criminal case?
No, Draupadi Murmu does not have any criminal case.
What is Draupadi Murmu's daughter's name?
Draupadi Murmu's daughter's name is Itishree Murmu, who is a Bank worker.
Does Draupadi Murmu have children?
Draupadi Murmu had two sons named Laxman Murmu and Sipun Murmu; and two daughters, one is died, another one's name is Itishree Murmu, who is a Bank worker.
What is Draupadi Murmu's husband's name?
Draupadi Murmu's husband's name is Late Shyam Charan Murmu.
Is Draupadi Murmu married?
Draupadi Murmu was married to Late Shyam Charan Murmu.
Where does Draupadi Murmu belong to?
Draupadi Murmu was born in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha.
Who is the youngest President of India?
Draupadi Murmu is the youngest President of India.
Who is Droupadi Murmu?
Droupadi Murmu is the 15th and current President of India.

Draupadi Murmu Latest News & Updates

President Murmu and PM Modi welcome Egyptian president

Indian President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The Egyptian President has been arrived in New Delhi on a three-day visit to India on the occasion of Republic Day.
President Murmu says India is active on spirituality

Draupadi Murmu, the President of India, today talked about how India is in favor of making a world order based on spirituality and morality.
She also emphasized the connection between humanity and spirituality while launching the National Campaign titled, ‘Rise Rising India through Spiritual Empowerment'.
For the unversed, the campaign was organized at Mount Abu by Brahma Kumaris.
Draupadi Murmu greets former President Pratibha Patil

President Draupadi Murmu recently greeted the former president of India, Pratibha Patel on her 88th birthday.
As she took to her social media account and penned some special note to wish her.
It read, "Greetings and best wishes to Smt Pratibha Devisingh Patil Ji, the first woman President of India, on her birthday. May God bless her with long and healthy life in service of the nation."
President Draupadi Murmu is on a two-day visit to Odisha

President Draupadi Murmu is on a two-day meet to her state Odisha.
As per reports, she received a warm welcome at Bhubaneswar airport on Thursday.
Moreover, political dignitaries like Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Governor Ganeshi Lal went there to receive her.
Thereafter, Ms. Murmu was seen leaving towards Puri on an Air Force helicopter.
Draupadi Murmu is at IIT Guwahati today

Draupadi Murmu recently inaugurated a supercomputer facility called Param Kamrupa, and a high-power component laboratory called Sameer at IIT Guwahati. As the President of India is currently on a two-day visit to Assam since 13 October.
Draupadi Murmu flags off two passengers train today

Draupadi Murmu flagged off two passenger trains on October 13, 2022. One train is connecting Tripura and Manipur, another one is an express train linking Agartala and Kolkata via Guwahati.
However, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha also flagged off the two passenger trains of Northeast Frontier Railway along with the President of India.
Draupadi Murmu and Rajnath Singh celebrate Indian Air Force Day at Chandigarh

President Draupadi Murmu and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended 90th Indian Air Force Day today. The program was organized at Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh. The Defence Minister also posted the same on his social media.
It read, "Attended the 90th anniversary celebrations of the Indian Air Force in Chandigarh today and witnessed the breathtaking aerial display by the courageous Air Warriors."
Draupadi Murmu launches ₹1,330 Crore projects in key sectors

Draupadi Murmu on October 3 launched the foundation stones for projects worth ₹1,330 crore in Gujarat.
This is the first time, she visited Gujarat after becoming the President of India officially.

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