PM Modi greets the people of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur on 53rd Statehood Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the 53rd Statehood Day of Tripura, Meghalaya, and Manipur with heartfelt greetings on social media. He praised the states for their remarkable contributions to national progress and rich cultural heritage. These northeastern states gained individual statehood in 1972 through the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act. President Droupadi Murmu also extended warm wishes, emphasizing the states' diverse traditions and promising future.

"The enterprising people of these states have made remarkable contribution in the development of the country" - President Droupadi Murmu

by ANI January 21, 2025 66 views

New Delhi, January 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the people of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur on their 53rd Statehood Day on Tuesday. He remarked that the states are contributing to national progress.

Key Points

1. PM highlights rich cultural heritage of northeastern states

2. Commemorates 53 years since North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act

3. Celebrates individual state achievements and progress

4. Recognizes unique contributions to national development

Taking to X, he shared, "Best wishes to the people of Tripura on their Statehood Day. The state is making noteworthy contributions to national progress. It is also known for its rich culture and heritage. May Tripura continue to scale new heights of development."

In another post, he wrote, "On Meghalaya's Statehood Day, I convey my best wishes to the people of the state. Meghalaya is admired for its natural beauty and the industrious nature of the people. Praying for the continuous development of the state in the times to come."

In a third post, the Prime Minister expressed, "Greetings to the people of Manipur on their Statehood Day. We are incredibly proud of the role played by the people of Manipur towards India's development. My best wishes for the progress of Manipur."

President Droupadi Murmu, too, had conveyed greetings to the three northeastern states on their Statehood Day and wished them a peaceful and prosperous future.

"Greetings to the residents of Meghalaya, Tripura and Manipur on Statehood Day! The enterprising people of these states have made remarkable contribution in the development of the country. I convey my best wishes to the residents of these states for a peaceful and prosperous future. May their diverse culture, vibrant traditions and rich biodiversity continue to flourish!" read the post.

Following the enactment of the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura became individual states in 1972.

North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971 reorganised the states in the strategic northeastern region of the country. Under this Act, Manipur and Tripura were granted statehood on January 21, 1972; whereas the state of Meghalaya was carved out from Assam due to its distinct terrain from the rest of Assam.