President Murmu visit to Maharashtra and Haryana is scheduled for 31 October and 1 November 2026. The itinerary connects cultural events with state formation and a historical commemoration. For related updates, see national current affairs.
Quick answer: During the President Murmu visit, President Droupadi Murmu will attend Simhastha Mahakumbh ceremonies in Nashik on 31 October 2026. On 1 November, she will join Haryana’s 60th state formation anniversary in Kurukshetra and an annual celebration marking the centenary of Swami Shraddhanand’s sacrifice at Gurukul, Kurukshetra.
What is the itinerary?
The President Murmu visit covers Nashik first and Kurukshetra the following day. The announced programme includes three distinct ceremonial occasions.
| Date and place | Programme |
|---|---|
| 31 October: Nashik, Maharashtra | Simhastha Mahakumbh flagpole worship, flag worship and flag hoisting; public address. |
| 1 November: Kurukshetra, Haryana | Diamond jubilee of Haryana’s formation. |
| 1 November: Gurukul, Kurukshetra | Annual celebration marking the centenary of Swami Shraddhanand’s sacrifice. |
What connects Nashik with Simhastha?
Nashik is a Maharashtra city associated with the Simhastha Kumbh gathering. It lies on the Godavari River, a useful geography connection for Prelims.
The announced programme covers worship of the flagpole and flag, followed by flag hoisting. In addition, the President will address a public gathering. The announcement does not describe these ceremonies as the entire Mahakumbh programme.
Why is Haryana marking a diamond jubilee?
Haryana is marking 60 years since its formation on 1 November 1966. Parliament enacted the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, which provided for the creation of Haryana from the former state of Punjab.
Chandigarh is a Union Territory and serves as the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. Meanwhile, the announced jubilee event will take place in Kurukshetra, not Chandigarh.
Who was Swami Shraddhanand?
Swami Shraddhanand was an Arya Samaj leader, educationist and freedom movement figure. The Kurukshetra programme commemorates the centenary of his sacrifice; he died in 1926.
The Arya Samaj was founded by Swami Dayanand Saraswati. For another freedom movement figure, read about Subramania Siva and the Swadeshi movement.
Why does the visit matter for UPSC?
The itinerary links the President’s office with state formation, cultural geography and modern history. Therefore, aspirants should distinguish the venues, dates and purposes of the three events.
For polity revision, Article 52 provides for a President of India. Article 53 vests the Union’s executive power in the President, to be exercised according to the Constitution.
Source: Press Information Bureau, 30 October 2026
- Subramania Siva: Voice of the Swadeshi Movement (28 Oct 2026)
Haryana PCS aspirants should revise the state’s formation date and Kurukshetra’s location. Punjab PCS candidates can also connect the event with the Punjab Reorganisation Act and Chandigarh’s shared-capital status.
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When is President Murmu visiting Maharashtra and Haryana?
The visit is scheduled for 31 October and 1 November 2026. Nashik comes first; Kurukshetra follows on 1 November.
Where will Haryana’s diamond jubilee event take place?
The event is scheduled in Kurukshetra. It marks 60 years since Haryana’s formation on 1 November 1966.
What is the Gurukul Kurukshetra event commemorating?
It commemorates the centenary of Swami Shraddhanand’s sacrifice. The President is scheduled to attend the Gurukul’s annual celebration on 1 November.
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