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President Murmu arrives in Raipur, releases Rs 200 coin honouring Mata Sahib Hasi Devi

Raipur, Oct 22 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Raipur on Thursday for a two-day visit to Chhattisgarh. Governor Ramen Deka and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai received her at Swami Vivekananda Airport.
Later, Murmu released a Rs 200 commemorative coin honouring Mata Sahib Hasi Devi, the fifth spiritual head of Shadani Darbar in Raipur. The ceremony took place at Chhattisgarh Mandapam in Lok Bhavan, with the Governor and the Chief Minister in attendance. The union Finance Ministry has issued the coin to mark the 200th birth anniversary of Hasi Devi, a revered figure in the Sindhi spiritual tradition. The release holds particular significance for the Sindhi community in India and abroad.
The coin bears an image of Mata Hasi Devi on one side, while the other features the Lion Capital of Ashoka and the denomination of Rs 200. The issue is intended to keep her teachings and spiritual contributions alive for future generations. Devotees and coin collectors will be able to book the commemorative coin through various units of Shadani Darbar. Sant Dr Yudhishthir Lal, Peethadheesh of Shadani Darbar in Raipur, delivered the welcome address at the ceremony.
President Murmu will attend the Bastar Dussehra celebrations, including the Muria Darbar on Friday. Chief Minister Sai said her participation in the traditional events is a matter of pride for Chhattisgarh and would bring greater attention to the state's tribal culture and customs. union Home Minister Amit Shah had also attended the Muria Darbar last year, underlining the event's significance in Bastar's distinctive Dussehra celebrations.
Welcoming the President on behalf of the people of the state, Sai referred to Chhattisgarh's association with Lord Ram and Mata Kaushalya. He also expressed hope that her visit would strengthen the state's efforts to build a developed Chhattisgarh.
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