Hariharan Presents ‘Vande Mataram’ Vinyl To President Droupadi Murmu At Rashtrapati Bhavan
The singer described the occasion as a moment of pride and a cherished memory for his family across four generations
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Singer Hariharan recently met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where he and his family presented her with a special vinyl edition of The Anthem – Vande Mataram, along with a bespoke turntable. The singer described the occasion as a moment of pride and a cherished memory for his family across four generations.
Hariharan shared pictures from the meeting on social media, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to meet the President and experience her warmth and grace. He also highlighted the affectionate interaction between the President and his mother, Alamelu Mani, describing it as a memory the family would treasure for years to come.
Calling the presentation a meaningful gesture, Hariharan wrote, “It was a profound honor and privilege for me and my entire family, across four generations, to meet the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.”
He added that the family had the privilege of presenting the special vinyl edition of The Anthem – Vande Mataram, accompanied by a bespoke turntable.
Reflecting on the significance of the occasion, the singer said, “Music is our humble offering to the nation, and receiving Her Excellency's blessings in the presence of my loved ones makes this journey truly complete.”
The singer concluded his post with the words “Vande Mataram”, underscoring the patriotic sentiment behind the presentation.
Known for his versatility across Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu and other languages, Hariharan has been a prominent voice in Indian music since the 1980s. He received the Padma Shri in 2004 for his contribution to the arts. His popular songs include ‘Tu Hi Re’ from Bombay, ‘Roja Jaaneman’ from Roja and ‘Baahon Ke Darmiyaan’ from Khamoshi.
The meeting highlights music's role as a medium of cultural expression and national sentiment, with the vinyl presentation serving as a tribute to the country's musical heritage.