President Droupadi Murmu Makes History as First Woman Head of State to Offer Prayers at Sabarimala Temple

Oct 23, 2025 02:50 am CST

President Droupadi Murmu made history as the first female head of state to visit the sacred Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala, Kerala. Following traditional rituals including washing her feet in the Pampa river and carrying the sacred irumudikkettu bundle, she ascended the 18 holy steps and offered prayers for the nation's wellbeing. Her landmark visit marks only the second time an Indian President has journeyed to this remote hill shrine.