Viral Video Shows President Droupadi Murmu And Saina Nehwal Playing Badminton At Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi: At Rashtrapati Bhavan bminton court on Wednesday, President Droupi Murmu played bminton with gold medallist and ace shuttler Saina Nehwal. A brief video of Droupi Murmu playing bminton was posted on President of India's official social media account. While posting images, Indian President's official social media account penned a message.

“President Droupi Murmu's natural love for sports and games was seen when she played bminton with much-celebrated player Ms. Saina Nehwal at Bminton Court in Rashtrapati Bhavan. President's inspiring step is in keeping with India's emergence as a bminton powerhouse, with women players making a great impact on world stage. As part of 'Her Story - My Story' lecture series featuring women Pma Awardees, Ms. Saina Nehwal, an iconic Indian sportsperson, honoured with Pma Shri and Pma Bhushan, will deliver a talk and interact with audience at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre tomorrow.”

Nehwal is scheduled to speak today (Thursday) at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre as part of 'Her Story - My Story' lecture series, which highlights female Pma Awardees. Apart from this, President Murmu unveiled President's Cup, Shimla Trophy, and coveted Durand Cup earlier on Wednesday at Rasthrapati Bhavan. Indian football season will begin on July 27 with 133rd Durand Cup football event, which is also season opener. championship game is set for August 31.