On December 27, the President departed for Goa to commence her tour. On December 28, she will undertake a historic submarine sea sortie from Karwar Harbour in Karnataka, highlighting India’s naval strength and modernization.
On December 29, the President will attend the centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script at Jamshedpur. The script, created in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu, is a cornerstone of Santhali cultural identity. She will also preside over the 15th convocation of NIT Jamshedpur, where more than 1,100 students will receive degrees.
On December 30, the President will address the Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh – Kartik Jatra at Gumla in Jharkhand, underscoring her commitment to grassroots cultural and social initiatives.
This visit blends defense diplomacy, cultural heritage, and educational advancement, reflecting the President’s active engagement with India’s strategic, social, and cultural priorities.