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JAMSHEDPUR, FEBRUARY 26, 2026
President of India Droupadi Murmu on Thursday participated in the Bhoomi
pujan ceremony of the Sri Jagannath Temple at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, marking a
significant spiritual milestone for the region. The ceremony was organised by
the Shri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust, Jamshedpur.
Addressing the gathering, the President said that Mahaprabhu Jagannath is
the Lord of the entire universe and that His grace showers equally upon all
humanity without any discrimination. She underlined that devotion to Mahaprabhu
embodies inclusivity and compassion, values that remain deeply relevant in
today’s world.
Highlighting the cultural ethos of the region, the President said that
the Kolhan region presents a beautiful example of the confluence of vibrant
tribal traditions with other spiritual traditions of the country. The people of
this region have preserved centuries-old traditions, and people from different
communities live together in harmony. She noted that this social harmony is a
key aspect of devotion to Mahaprabhu Jagannath.
Expressing concern over global developments, the President said that wars
and conflicts raging around the world are a cause of concern and sadness for
her. At the same time, she observed that there is a growing devotion to
Mahaprabhu Jagannath and increasing respect for Indian spiritual traditions in
the world community. People’s inclination toward devotion and spirituality, she
said, strengthens the belief that Mahaprabhu Jagannath will protect and ensure
the well-being of the world community.
Emphasising the ethical foundations of Indian spirituality, the President
said that the greatest emphasis in our spiritual tradition is placed on the
feeling of love and compassion for all living beings and plants, while charity
is considered the greatest virtue. She expressed happiness that the Shri
Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust is working for the
education of children from relatively less privileged sections of society and
advised them to give top priority to the education of children from families
who are not financially well-off. She also urged the Trust to make hostel
facilities available to them on a large scale.
Noting that the Trust is in the process of arranging a residential
learning programme for the study of Srimad-Bhagavad-Gita, the President said
that this effort will make an invaluable contribution to the spiritual
awakening, character building and personality development of the younger
generation.
