President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended their heartfelt wishes to the people of Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of Statehood Day on Sunday, lauding the state’s rich traditions, vibrant culture and the valour of its residents.
Himachal Pradesh celebrates its Statehood Day every year on January 25. The date marks the historic moment in 1971 when the hill state became the 18th state of the Indian Union.
After initially being formed as a Union Territory in 1956 and later undergoing territorial expansion in 1966, the day commemorates Himachal Pradesh’s journey to full statehood.
Taking to X, President Murmu said, “On the occasion of Himachal Pradesh’s Statehood Day, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the residents of the state. Known for its spiritual traditions as Devbhoomi and its legacy of valour as the Land of the Brave, the soil of Himachal is blessed with nature’s boundless bounty, which creates an extraordinary attraction towards this state.”
“I am confident that the diligent residents of Himachal Pradesh will continue to play an important role in nation-building and in safeguarding the country. I extend my best wishes for a golden future for all the people of the state,” she added.
Prime Minister Modi also conveyed his greetings and wished the people a bright future.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Heartfelt greetings on the occasion of Statehood Day to all members of the Himachal Pradesh family, a land where nature and culture beautifully converge. With their extraordinary talent and valour, the people of the state have always served Mother India. I wish them a bright future and continued prosperity for this Devbhoomi.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also took to social media to extend his greetings.
“May Himachal Pradesh, enriched with natural beauty, spiritual consciousness and cultural pride, continue to move forward on the path of continuous development and prosperity,” Shah posted on X.
Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda, who has roots in Himachal Pradesh, also greeted the people on the occasion.
“On the Foundation Day of Himachal Pradesh, the Devbhoomi adorned with valour, courage and the expansive history of Sanatan civilisation, and enriched with divine natural beauty, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all residents of Himachal. I pray that Devbhoomi continues to progress steadily on the path of prosperity and advancement,” Nadda said in a post on X.
–IANS
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