Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar extended his hearty greetings and best wishes to all the citizens of Telangana State and Telangana origin people living in Jharkhand on the occasion of Telangana State Formation Day Celebrations held at Raj Bhavan today and said that the formation of Telangana State is an important chapter in the history of Indian democracy, which has been a symbol of a long mass movement and regional aspirations.
The Governor said that India is a country full of diversity and the spirit of 'unity in diversity' is the greatest strength. With the aim of strengthening this spirit, visionary initiatives like 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' were started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which strengthens mutual understanding, cultural exchange and national unity among the states.
The Governor said that Telangana State has achieved remarkable achievements in the fields of agriculture, industry, education and technology. He mentioned the rich cultural heritage of Telangana, mentioning folk festivals like Bathukamma, Bonalu and heritage sites like Charminar, Ramappa Temple.
The Governor also said that many Telangana residents living in Jharkhand are playing an active role in various fields in the development of this place, which is a symbol of India's shared culture and national unity. He called upon all the citizens to work with dedication, commitment and service, so that they can contribute to the progress of not only the state but also the nation.
Delivering the welcome address on the said occasion, Additional Secretary, Governor's Secretariat, A.K. Satyajit said that the foundation day of all the states is celebrated in Raj Bhavan under 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'. Everyone gets an opportunity to understand each other's culture.