The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, will undertake an official visit to Gujarat spanning three days from September 21 to 23, 2026. During this tour, she will preside over two major national events and inaugurate key institutional and spiritual initiatives across the state.
Key events and schedule
On September 22, the President will be the chief guest at the presentation ceremony of the 72nd National Film Awards. This ceremony will take place at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia.
On September 23, the President’s itinerary includes several engagements:
- Presiding over the 75th annual convocation ceremony of Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in Vadodara
- Launching the Brahma Kumaris campaign titled ‘Spiritual Awakening for World Renewal’
- Inaugurating the ‘Global Spiritual Palace’ Retreat Centre in Vadodara
- Virtually launching the Brahma Kumaris Nadiad campaign ‘Youth for Viksit Bharat: Awakening Inner Strength for Nation Building’
What this means for you
This visit marks a significant occasion for Gujarat, bringing national attention to both cultural recognition through the National Film Awards and academic milestones at one of India’s premier universities. If you are a film industry professional or student, the award ceremony represents the highest formal recognition of Indian cinema. For those interested in spiritual and social initiatives, the launch of the Global Spiritual Palace and the two Brahma Kumaris campaigns signal institutional emphasis on cultural and youth-driven nation-building efforts. Those in Vadodara and Kevadia may experience heightened security and traffic arrangements during these dates.