New Delhi: 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.
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. (ANI)
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