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The President of India, Smt. , is set to embark on a significant visit to Uttarakhand from June 19 to 21, 2025, marking a period filled with inaugurations, foundation-laying ceremonies, public interactions, and cultural celebrations. Her visit underscores a growing emphasis on accessibility, heritage conservation, public welfare, and holistic development in the state.

President Murmu will commence her visit in Dehradun, where she will lead the inauguration and foundation-laying of several key infrastructure initiatives at Rashtrapati Niketan. The major highlights include:

• Inauguration of a state-of-the-art amphitheater, designed to host cultural, educational, and community events.
• Foundation stones will be laid for:
  • New staff quarters to accommodate administrative and support personnel.
  • Stables and barracks, supporting the facility’s operational and security requirements.

This day reflects the government’s vision of enhancing the Rashtrapati Bhavan estate’s satellite campuses into centers of excellence that reflect Indian heritage while serving the public.

The second day of the President’s visit will be a momentous occasion, as it heralds a new chapter of public engagement with the Rashtrapati estate in Uttarakhand.

• Rashtrapati Niketan will be officially opened to the public, symbolizing greater transparency and citizen participation.
• Public amenities will be inaugurated, including:
  • Visitor Facilitation Centre for guided access and information.
  • A Cafeteria offering refreshments in a serene setting.
  • A Souvenir Shop, showcasing local crafts and memorabilia.
• The President will also inaugurate Rashtrapati Tapovan, envisioned as a serene retreat blending spirituality with ecological harmony.
• She will lay the foundation stone for Rashtrapati Udyan, envisioned as a green sanctuary and botanical space for visitors.

These locations, rich with cultural and natural beauty, will officially be open for public viewing from June 24, 2025, providing a new tourist and educational destination in Uttarakhand.

In a strong message of inclusion and empowerment, President Murmu will visit the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities (NIEPVD) in Dehradun.

• She will witness an exhibition and a Model School Science Lab, showcasing innovations in accessible education.
• The President will interact with visually impaired students, encouraging their aspirations and highlighting the government’s commitment to inclusive growth.

On the evening of June 20, a commemorative postage stamp will be released to celebrate 125 years of Raj Bhavan, Nainital — a tribute to its rich architectural heritage and administrative legacy. The occasion also reflects India’s evolving journey from the colonial era to post-independence and into the modern age.

President Murmu’s visit will conclude with her participation in a mass yoga demonstration at Dehradun’s Uttarakhand State Police Line Maidan on International Yoga Day, June 21.

• This symbolic and participative event will promote the ideals of health, mindfulness, and community well-being.
• Her presence emphasizes the centrality of yoga in India’s soft power and global cultural outreach.

President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to Uttarakhand goes beyond ceremonial duties, symbolizing a deeper vision—bridging tradition with progress, linking governance to the people, and blending heritage with innovation. Her engagements from June 19 to 21, 2025, showcase a forward-looking presidency rooted in inclusivity, public connection, and all-round development.

The opening of Rashtrapati Niketan and Tapovan to the public will leave a lasting legacy in the region, while her interactions with marginalized communities reaffirm the government’s dedication to equitable growth.