Key Points
Northeastern states gained statehood through 1971 Reorganisation Act
Congress leaders celebrate states' cultural diversity and contributions
Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura marked 53 years of statehood
In a social media post on X, Rahul Gandhi said wished for peace, progress and prosperity for the people of the state.
"Best wishes to the people of Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura on their Foundation Day! The rich diversity of languages, cultures, histories, and traditions in these states represents the true strength of India. May this special day strengthen our unity and bring peace, progress and prosperity to all," Gandhi posted on X.
https://x.com/RahulGandhi/status/1881539062223495437
Extending greetings to the people of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur on their 53rd Statehood Day, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said that these states have made significant contributions to the development of our nation.
Congress President also wished for the peace, prosperity, and comprehensive progress of these states.
Taking to X, Kharge wrote, "On the occasion of the Foundation Day of Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura, we convey our sincere felicitations to the people of these states. Since attaining statehood 53 years ago, these states, endowed with breathtaking natural beauty, remarkable diversity, and exceptional ingenuity, have made significant contributions to the development of our nation. We earnestly wish for their enduring peace, prosperity, and comprehensive progress."
https://x.com/kharge/status/1881539837221581080
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.
