President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday greeted the people of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Lakshadweep and Puducherry on their formation day. Union Home Minister Amit Shah greeted the people of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Haryana on the occasion of the three states’ foundation day.
Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Lakshadweep came into being in 1956. Punjab and Haryana were formed in 1966 while Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh in 2000.
All these states and the Union Territory of Puducherry celebrate their formation day on November 1.
“Greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Lakshadweep and Puducherry on their formation day!
“I wish that all these states and union territories continue to move forward on the path of development. I pray for the happiness and prosperity of all the residents,” Murmu said in a post on X.
In his message, Prime Minister Modi lauded the contribution of these states to the country on the occasion of their formation day and congratulated the people living there. Modi posted on X his wishes for these states. of Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala.
“On this Kannada Rajyotsava, we celebrate the spirit of Karnataka - a cradle of ancient innovation and modern enterprise. Its people, a blend of warmth and wisdom, fuel the state’s relentless march towards greatness. May Karnataka continue to thrive, innovate and inspire,” Modi said.
“On the momentous occasion of Andhra Pradesh Formation Day, my heartfelt felicitations to the people of this dynamic state. With their exceptional talent, unwavering resolve and steadfast perseverance, the people of AP have etched their mark across diverse domains of excellence. I pray for their continued prosperity and success,” he added.
With Kerala celebrating the day as ‘Kerala Piravi’, Modi said Keralites are known for their diligence and the rich tapestry of their cultural heritage, embodying resilience and determination. “May they always be touched by success and continue to inspire with their accomplishments,” Modi said.
Haryana, the prime minister said, has always made significant contributions to the country in sectors like agriculture and defence, and its youths are leading in innovation.
Madhya Pradesh is reaching new heights of development and making a significant contribution to the country by achieving its goals in the ‘Amrit Kaal’, he said, while also lauding the rich culture of Chhattisgarh.
In separate messages, Shah said while Madhya Pradesh is full of natural beauty and cultural heritage, Chhattisgarh is full of rich culture and mineral wealth and Haryana has always worked to increase the pride of India -- be it in war zones or on the playground.
He said Karnataka has earned the unique distinction of being a land where tradition and modernity fuse seamlessly, Andhra Pradesh has contributed profusely to the nation’s cultural arena and made it more diverse and vibrant and Kerala is gifted with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant society.
“Hearty greetings to the sisters and brothers of Madhya Pradesh on the state’s Foundation Day.
“This state, full of natural beauty and cultural heritage, is setting new standards of development and welfare of the poor every day. I wish that the state reaches the pinnacle of development and progress in the times to come,” he wrote on ‘X’ in Hindi.
Extending hearty greetings to the people of Chhattisgarh, the home minister said it is full of rich culture and mineral wealth.
Extending greetings to the people of Haryana on the state’s foundation day, Shah said in the last decade, Haryana has made unprecedented achievements in every field such as sports, education and health.
“Be it a war zone or a playground, Haryana has always worked to increase the pride of India.
The entire country is proud of the bravery, culture and talented players of Haryana,” he said. While wishing the people of Karnataka on their ‘Rajyotsav’, the home minister said the state has earned the unique distinction of being a land where tradition and modernity fuse seamlessly. “Praying for the continued progress of the state and the prosperity of its people,” he said.
To the people of Andhra Pradesh on their Statehood Day, Shah said over the years, the state has contributed profusely to the nation’s cultural arena and made it more diverse and vibrant. “May the state achieve new heights in development in the times to come,” he said.
To the people of Kerala, Shah said: “My heartfelt greetings to the people of Kerala on Piravi. Gifted with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant society Kerala has always been our pillar of strength. My best wishes to them in their efforts for progress”.
Kerala Day or the foundation of the state is usually referred to as Kerala Piravi. It is derived from the Malayalam word ‘piravi’ which means birth and it implies the birth of Kerala.