President Murmu and PM Modi Extend Greetings on Statehood Day for Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur
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Synopsis
On January 21, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the Statehood Day of Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur, offering heartfelt wishes for a prosperous future and recognizing the states' valuable contributions to India.
Key Takeaways
- President Murmu wishes Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur a prosperous future.
- States gained full statehood on January 21, 1972.
- PM Modi highlights the contributions of these states towards India's progress.
- Meghalaya is known for its natural beauty and industrious people.
- Tripura and Manipur were once princely states before becoming full states.
New Delhi, Jan 21 (NationPress) President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday sent her heartfelt greetings to the citizens of Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur as they commemorate their Statehood Day, expressing her wishes for a peaceful and prosperous future.
The three states achieved full statehood on January 21, 1972, under the North Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, 1971.
In a message shared on X, President Murmu stated, "Greetings to the residents of Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur on Statehood Day! The industrious people of these states have significantly contributed to the nation’s progress. I extend my best wishes for a peaceful and prosperous future. May their diverse culture, vibrant traditions, and rich biodiversity continue to thrive!"
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also utilized social media to convey his wishes to the populace of the three states, acknowledging their contributions and potential for further advancement.
In his messages, he expressed hopes for ongoing progress and development in Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur.
For Manipur, the Prime Minister noted, "Greetings to the people of Manipur on their Statehood Day. We take immense pride in the contributions made by the people of Manipur towards India's growth. My best wishes for Manipur’s progress."
Addressing Meghalaya, he remarked, "On Meghalaya's Statehood Day, I extend my warm wishes to the residents. Meghalaya is renowned for its natural beauty and the hardworking spirit of its people. I pray for the state’s continuous advancement in the future."
In his message for Tripura, he mentioned, "Best wishes to the people of Tripura on their Statehood Day. The state is significantly contributing to national progress and is celebrated for its rich culture and heritage. May Tripura continue to achieve new milestones in development."
Manipur and Tripura, once princely states, became a part of India in 1949. They were designated as Union Territories in 1956 and aspired for full statehood, which they successfully attained in 1972.
Meghalaya was originally a part of Assam. It gained autonomy through the Assam Reorganisation (Meghalaya) Act of 1969 and eventually achieved full statehood in 1972.
