More than 300 artists and artisans from these states would be participating in the event at the Main Lawns of Rastrapati Nilayam, which is the winter home of the President.
In his tribute on X, Modi said, "He is remembered by many for his unmatched contribution to nation-building. He dedicated his life to improving the quality of life for our citizens. We will continue to work towards realizing his vision for India.
The President's address will first be aired in Hindi, followed by an English version, and then regional language broadcasts. In her address to the nation on the eve of the 77th Independence Day, President Murmu praised the country's resilience during challenging times, noting that it has also been a beacon of hope for others.
Phogat was disqualified from the Olympics after being found overweight ahead of her women's 50kg final, leaving her medal-less within hours of coming close to an unparalleled gold.
Launching the gene therapy treatment called “CAR-T cell therapy” at IIT Bombay, President Murmu said that it will be successful in giving new lives to countless patients.