SHILLONG: Lok Bhavan, Shillong, hosted a vibrant cultural programme to commemorate the foundation and statehood days of several states and Union Territories, including Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and others.
The event celebrated India’s unity in diversity and rich heritage.
Governor C. H. Vijayashankar, addressing the gathering, emphasized that each state and Union Territory’s formation marks a vital chapter in India’s nation-building.
He called for inclusive development, quality education, accessible healthcare, and opportunities across all sectors, stressing the essential role of youth in India’s progress.
A video message from the Governor of Tamil Nadu highlighted the state’s 70-year journey since reorganization, its contributions to national GDP, and its cultural and economic achievements.
The programme, attended by officers from the Indian Air Force, CRPF, government officials, NCC cadets, and other dignitaries, featured performances by artists from across the country, showcasing the distinct cultural traditions of each region.
Governor Vijayashankar felicitated the participating artists, underscoring the event’s spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.
(4FrontMedia news)
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