Why did President Droupadi Murmu break the protocol to comfort a mother
etimes.in / Jun 09, 2026, 22:20 (IST)
During the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026, President Droupadi Murmu's compassionate gesture towards two grieving mothers, who received posthumous gallantry awards for their sons, captivated the nation. She rose from her seat to comfort them, demonstrating profound empathy beyond protocol. The stories of Lt. Shashank Tiwari and Sepoy Janjal Pravin Prabhakar highlighted immense bravery and sacrifice.