Northeast States of Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura are celebrating their 49th Statehood Day today.
Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura became full-fledged states of India on January 21, 1972, under the North Eastern Region (Reorganisation) Act of 1971.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the people of the three States on their Statehood Day.
“Statehood Day greetings to the people of Manipur. India is proud of Manipur’s contribution to national development. Manipur is a powerhouse of innovation and sporting talent. I wish the state the very best in its journey towards progress,” PM Modi said.
Statehood Day greetings to the people of Manipur. India is proud of Manipur’s contribution to national development. Manipur is a powerhouse of innovation and sporting talent. I wish the state the very best in its journey towards progress.
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 21, 2021
“The culture and warm-hearted nature of the people of Tripura is admired across India,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote in his Statehood Day message for Tripura.
“Best wishes to the people of Tripura on the special occasion of their Statehood Day. The culture and warm-hearted nature of the people of Tripura is admired across India. The state has achieved outstanding progress in various fields. May the same spirit continue,” he said.
Best wishes to the people of Tripura on the special occasion of their Statehood Day. The culture and warm-hearted nature of the people of Tripura is admired across India. The state has achieved outstanding progress in various fields. May the same spirit continue.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 21, 2021
Wishing the people of Meghalaya, the Prime Minister said that the State is known for its remarkable kindness and spirit of brotherhood.
On their Statehood Day, greetings to my sisters and brothers of Meghalaya. This state is known for its remarkable kindness and spirit of brotherhood. Youngsters from Meghalaya are creative and enterprising. May the state keep scaling new heights of progress in the times to come.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 21, 2021
Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, tweeted a video message greeting the people of his state.
“Tripura is witnessing a new era of progress and prosperity under the leadership of PM Modi,” Biplab Kumar Deb said.
I extend warm greetings to my beloved sisters & brothers on Statehood Day of our state.
Tripura is witnessing a new era of progress & prosperity under the leadership of Adarniya Shri @narendramodi ji.Together we shall strive to realise the hopes & aspirations of every citizen. pic.twitter.com/zs3sZLjtLm
— Biplab Kumar Deb (@BjpBiplab) January 21, 2021
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma shared a video clipping on Twitter and said, “On Meghalaya Day, we honour our resolute leaders before us who paved way for the creation of Meghalaya…Wishing everyone a Happy Meghalaya Day!”
On #MeghalayaDay, we honour our resolute leaders before us who paved way for the creation of Meghalaya. Let us recommit ourselves & carry forward their legacy with the same values & purpose that inspired them- for the future of our people.
Wishing everyone a Happy Meghalaya Day! pic.twitter.com/rsZdcQjb4a
— Conrad Sangma (@SangmaConrad) January 21, 2021
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh also took to twitter to wish the people of his State on Statehood day.
He said, “Let us pledge to work together for peaceful co-existence, progress and prosperity of our beautiful State.”
Warmest greetings to the people of my State on the occasion of #StatehoodDay.
Let us pledge to work together for peaceful co-existence, progress & prosperity of our beautiful State.
May the State achieve zenith of development under the leadership of PM Shri @narendramodi ji.
— N.Biren Singh (@NBirenSingh) January 21, 2021
Meanwhile, wishes pour in from all sections.
Greetings to the wonderful people of Manipur, Meghalaya & Tripura on Statehood Day. Blessed with immense natural beauty, rich history & vibrant culture, these states are fascinating. I extend my warm wishes as they continue to move ahead on the path of multi-faceted development.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 21, 2021
Heartfelt greetings to our brothers & sisters of beautiful NE states – #Manipur, #Tripura & #Meghalaya on the occasion of their Statehood Day. May these States continue to attain success, scale new heights & enrich people’s lives.@NBirenSingh Ji, @BjpBiplab Ji, @SangmaConrad Ji pic.twitter.com/iM8fBq1GiS
— Baijayant Jay Panda (@PandaJay) January 21, 2021
Greetings to people of Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura on their Statehood Day. These states are known for their rich, unique culture & natural beauty. May the states continue to progress in various fields.
— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) January 21, 2021