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PM Modi hails five states on foundation day, highlights their role in India's growth

New Delhi, Nov 1 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, greeted the people of Karnataka, Kerala, Haryana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh on their respective statehood and formation day celebrations, highlighting their rich cultural heritage, historical legacy and contributions to India's development.
In a series of messages on social media platform X, Modi praised the distinctive strengths of the five states, ranging from Karnataka's technological leadership and Kerala's achievements in healthcare and education to Haryana's contributions to agriculture, sports and national defence, while expressing confidence in the development potential of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
Greeting the people of Karnataka on Kannada Rajyotsava, the Prime Minister described the state as a land of "rich traditions, remarkable achievements and immense possibilities". He said its glorious heritage and timeless customs had enriched India's cultural fabric, while its people had earned recognition through their hard work, enterprise and exceptional skills.
Highlighting Karnataka's growing prominence in information technology, biotechnology, aerospace, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and start-ups, Modi said the state was at the forefront of emerging technologies and was providing solutions to some of the world's pressing challenges. He wished the people joy and prosperity.
Extending Keralappiravi greetings, Modi described Kerala as a state blessed with abundant natural beauty, vibrant traditions and an extraordinary cultural heritage. He said the state occupied a cherished place in India's history and that its people, through their dedication and commitment to excellence, had earned admiration beyond the country's borders.
He particularly acknowledged Kerala's achievements in healthcare, education, entrepreneurship and science, expressing hope that the coming years would bring greater opportunities, prosperity and progress to all sections of society.
In his message to Haryana on its Foundation Day, the Prime Minister paid tribute to the state's glorious history, valour and rich cultural traditions, describing it as a source of national pride. He said Haryana's folk traditions and vibrant rural culture had consistently enriched India's heritage. Modi also acknowledged the contribution of its people to agriculture, sports, defence services, industry, education and start-ups.
While praising Haryana's sportspersons for bringing honour to the national flag, he lauded its farmers for strengthening the country's food security. He wished the people happiness and prosperity, underlining the state's importance in India's agricultural, sporting and national security landscape.
Greeting the people of Chhattisgarh, Modi highlighted the state's distinctive tribal culture, natural wealth, folk traditions and archaeological heritage, saying its unique cultural environment and strong sense of belonging made it special.
Significantly, he also linked the state's development prospects to the government's campaign against Naxalism, expressing satisfaction that Chhattisgarh was advancing on the development path at a faster pace as the roots of extremism were being eliminated.
"It is gratifying to see that, while eliminating the roots of Naxalism, our state is moving ahead on the path of development at a faster pace," he said. Expressing confidence in the talent, hard work and determination of the people, Modi said Chhattisgarh would make an even greater contribution to the country's prosperity. He wished all residents well-being and continued progress.
In his greetings to Madhya Pradesh, the Prime Minister described it as a land of glorious heritage, rich culture and extraordinary natural beauty, with internationally renowned heritage sites adding to its historical distinction. He said the people of the state had made significant contributions across sectors through their talent and entrepreneurial spirit.
Agriculture, industry, tourism, education, infrastructure and innovation were among the areas in which Madhya Pradesh was registering fresh achievements, he said. Modi also underlined the state's contribution to the national development agenda, observing that its all-round progress was helping build an Atmanirbhar Bharat. He wished its people happiness, peace and prosperity.
The five celebrations on November 1 reflect the distinct historical and cultural identities of the states while providing an occasion to acknowledge their contributions to the country's social, economic and technological progress.
Karnataka observes Kannada Rajyotsava, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh mark their Foundation Days, Kerala celebrates Keralappiravi, commemorating its formation in 1956, while Haryana observes its Foundation Day, marking its creation as a separate state in 1966.
Through his messages, Modi sought to underline the complementary strengths of the five states in India's development journey, recognising their contributions to cultural preservation, technological innovation, food security, national defence, entrepreneurship and the country's efforts to overcome extremism.
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