CHENNAI – 13 Nov, 2026 The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, interacted with meritorious students and alumni of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre (RBCC), Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, on 12 November 2026. The programme was organised by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, as part of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, commemorating the 151st birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
The interaction provided an opportunity for students from different parts of the country to share their academic achievements, educational journeys, experiences and aspirations with the President. The programme also highlighted the role of EMRS in providing quality education and enabling tribal students to pursue higher education and professional careers.