The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the second ICCR ‘Distinguished Indologist’ Award to Prof. Yu Long Yu of the People’s Republic of China at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 1, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee receiving the first copy of a coffee table book ‘Betiyan’ from Mrs. Kiran Chopra, Founder Chairperson, Varishth Nagrik Kesari Club at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 2, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee paying floral tributes to Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the First President of India on occasion of his Birth Anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 3, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) in New Delhi on December 3, 2016 on the occasion of International Day of Disabled Persons.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) in New Delhi on December 3, 2016 on the occasion of International Day of Disabled Persons.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) in New Delhi on December 3, 2016 on the occasion of International Day of Disabled Persons.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) in New Delhi on December 3, 2016 on the occasion of International Day of Disabled Persons.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee witnessing the President's Polo Cup Exhibition match at PBG Parade Ground (Polo Field) on December 3, 2016.

The Prime Minister and Minister of Interior State of Qatar, H.E. Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al Thani calling on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan on on December 3, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee paying floral tributes to Shri R. Venkataraman, Former President of India on the occasion of his Birth Anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 4, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the Navy Day Reception hosted by the Chief of the Naval Staff at Navy House in New Delhi on December 4, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the Navy Day Reception hosted by the Chief of the Naval Staff at Navy House in New Delhi on December 4, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the Rashtrapati Scouts and Guides Award Certificates for the Year 2015 at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 5, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the Rashtrapati Scouts and Guides Award Certificates for the Year 2015 at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 5, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee interacting with the Youth Delegation from Bangladesh at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 4, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with the Youth Delegation from Bangladesh at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 4, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with the Youth Delegation from Bangladesh at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 4, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee paying floral tributes at the statue of Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on the occasion of his Mahaparinirvan Divas at Parliament House Lawn in New Delhi on December 6, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee paying homage to the departed soul of Ms. Jayaraman Jayalalithaa at Rajaji Hall in Chennai on December 6, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the Founder’s Day celebration of the St. Stephen's College in New Delhi on December 7, 2016.

Brig. M.H. Rizvi, VSM, Secretary, Kendriya Sainik Board, Ministry of Defence pinning a flag on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 7, 2016.

Brig. M.H. Rizvi, VSM, Secretary, Kendriya Sainik Board, Ministry of Defence pinning a flag on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 7, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at a function on Fourth Defence Estates Day Lecture on the topic of 'Electoral Reforms for Stronger Democracy' at DRDO Bhawan in New Delhi on December 8, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee delivering the Fourth Defence Estates Day Lecture on the topic of 'Electoral Reforms for Stronger Democracy' at DRDO Bhawan in New Delhi on December 8, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the Valedictory Function of the 91st Foundation Courses for All India Services at Mussoorie in Uttarakhand on December 9, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with recipients of National Awards and Shilp Guru Awards Instituted by the Ministry of Textiles at Rashtrapati Bhavan Auditorium (RBCC) on December 9, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee handing over keys of bi-cycles to the meritorious students of Dr Rajendra Prasad Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, President's Estate at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 10, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the opening session of the first ever “Laureates and Leaders for Children Summit” at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 10, 2016.

The Chairperson of the National Assembly of Vietnam, H.E. Mrs. Ngyun Thi Kim Ngan calling on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavn on December 10, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurating the "Twin Tower Apartments" of President's Estate at G-Point in New Delhi on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee being greeted at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016 by the Vice-President of India, Shri Mohd. Hamid Ansari on the occasion of his birthday.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurating the Navachara-II at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the inauguration of the Navachara-II at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurating the Permanent Exhibition of Vintage Carpets and Tapestries of Rashtrapati Bhavan at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Permanent Exhibition of Vintage Carpets and Tapestries of Rashtrapati Bhavan at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee receiving Greetings on his Birthday from all walks of life at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee receiving Greetings on his Birthday from all walks of life at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee flagging off the 100 Million for 100 Million Campaign at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2106.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the flagging off the 100 Million for 100 Million Campaign at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2106.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama calling on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 11, 2016.

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Smt. Sumitra Mahajan greeting the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee on occasion of his Birthday on December 11, 2016.

The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi greeting the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee on occasion of his Birthday on December 11, 2016.

The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi releasing a book entitled "Rashtrapati Bhavan: Raj to Swaraj" (Chidren Book Volum-II) and presenting first copy to the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan Auditorium on December 11, 2016.

The Vice President of India, Shri Mohd. Hamid Ansari releasing a book entitled Indradhanush Volum-II and presenting the first copy to President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan Auditorium on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee releasing a book entitled Life at Rashtrapati Bhavan at Rashtrapati Bhavan Auditorium on December 11, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee receiving the President of the Republic of Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Joko Widodo during his Ceremonial Reception at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 12, 2016.

The President of the Republic of Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Joko Widodo calling on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 12, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the Annual Day Celebrations of CII Chhindwara Skill Training Center at Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh on December 14, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the Annual Day Celebrations of CII Chhindwara Skill Training Center at Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh on December 14, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Apparel Training and Design Centre at Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh on December 14, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Apparel Training and Design Centre at Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh on December 14, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Hanuman temple at Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh on December 14, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee interacting with the delegation from Young FICCI Ladies Organisation (YFLO) at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 15, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with the delegation from Young FICCI Ladies Organisation (YFLO) at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 15, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee attending the inaugural session of Ninth World Confluence of Humanity Power and Spirituality in New Delhi on December 16, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee addressing at the inaugural session of Ninth World Confluence of Humanity Power and Spirituality in New Delhi on December 16, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with Students from Sikkim attending an Excursion Tour conducted by Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) under the Civic Action Programme at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 16, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with winning team - President’s Secretariat Avengers of Rashtrapati Bhavan League T-20 Cricket Tournament-2016 at President's Estate on November 13, 2016.The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee receiving the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E. Mr. Emomali Rahmon during his Ceremonial Reception at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 17, 2016. Also seen is the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi.

The President of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E. Mr. Emomali Rahmon calling on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 17, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with artists after witnessing the Christmas Carols by Capital City Minstrels at Rashtrapati Bhavan Auditorium on December 18, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee with Military Band of 3 EME Centre, Bhopal at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 19, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee receiving the President of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, H.E. Mr. Alamazbek Sharshenovich Atambaev during his Ceremonial Reception at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 20, 2016.

The President of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, H.E. Mr. Alamazbek Sharshenovich Atambaev calling on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 20, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the Reception being organised on the occasion of 53rd Anniversary of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in New Delhi on December 21, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the Reception being organised on the occasion of 53rd Anniversary of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in New Delhi on December 21, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting an exhibition at the Reception being organised on the occasion of 53rd Anniversary of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in New Delhi on December 21, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee hosted Farewell Dinner to Air Chief Marshal, Arup Raha and General Dalbir Singh, Chief of the Army Staff at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 21, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee hosted Farewell Dinner to Air Chief Marshal, Arup Raha and General Dalbir Singh, Chief of the Army Staff at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 21, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee, being received by the Governor of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Shri ESL Narasimhan on his arrival at Hakimpet Airport on December 22, 2016..

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee, being received by the Chief Minister of Telangana, Shri K. Chandrashekhar Rao on his arrival at Hakimpet Airport on December 22, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the degree certificate to a student at the 6th Convocation of MDS and 11th Convocation of BDS Courses at the Army College of Dental Sciences at Secunderabad on December 23, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the degree certificate to the student at the 6th Convocation of MDS and 11th Convocation of BDS Courses at the Army College of Dental Sciences at Secunderabad on December 23, 2016.

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in a group photograph at the 6th Convocation of MDS and 11th Convocation of BDS Courses at the Army College of Dental Sciences at Secunderabad on December 23, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherje in a group photograph at the inauguration of Mahila Dakshata Samiti and Bansilal Malani College of Nursing at Chanda Nagar in Hyderabad on December 24, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherje lighting the lamp at the inauguration of Mahila Dakshata Samiti and Bansilal Malani College of Nursing at Chanda Nagar in Hyderabad on December 24, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee lighting the lamp at the inauguration of the 89th Annual Conference of the Nikhil Bharat Banga Sahitya Sammelan at Bengaluru on December 25, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in a group photograph at the inauguration of the 89th Annual Conference of the Nikhil Bharat Banga Sahitya Sammelan at Bengaluru on December 25, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Nakshtra Vatika at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad on December 26, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee addressing at the Centenary Celebration of the Federation of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry at Hyderabad on December 23, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in a group photograph at the Centenary Celebration of the Federation of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry at Hyderabad on December 23, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the dinner hosted by the Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Shri ESL Narasimhan in Hyderabad on December 27, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the dinner hosted by the Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Shri ESL Narasimhan in Hyderabad on December 27, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the dinner hosted by the Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Shri ESL Narasimhan in Hyderabad on December 27, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple at Tiruchanoor in Tirupati on December 28, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple at Tiruchanoor in Tirupati on December 28, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting Srivari Temple in Tirupati on December 28, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting Srivari Temple in Tirupati on December 28, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the inauguration of the 77th Session of Indian History Congress at Thiruvananthapuram on December 29, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at inauguration of the 77th Session of Indian History Congress at Thiruvananthapuram on December 29, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee lighting the lamp at the inauguration of the 17th National Jamboree of the Bharat Scout and Guides at Mysore on December 29, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the inauguration of the 17th National Jamboree of the Bharat Scout and Guides at Mysore on December 29, 2016.

The President of India,Shri Pranab Mukherjee unveiling the Plaque dedicating Sri Shankara Cancer Hospital And Research Centre at Bengaluru on December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Adamya Chetana-Midday Meal Kitchen for over one lakh children at Bengaluru December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Adamya Chetana-Midday Meal Kitchen for over one lakh children at Bengaluru December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee lighting the lamp at the inauguration of Sri Shankara National Centre for Cancer Prevention and Research and the Adamya Chetana Seva Utsav-2017 at Bengaluru on December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurating the Sri Shankara National Centre for Cancer Prevention and Research and the Adamya Chetana Seva Utsav-2017 at Bengaluru on December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee hosted ‘At Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad on December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee hosted ‘At Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad on December 30, 2016.

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee hosted ‘At Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad on December 30, 2016.