Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on the occasion of the state’s Foundation Day, praising its natural beauty, spiritual heritage and rich folk culture.
In a post on X, HM Shah conveyed his wishes to the residents and described Uttarakhand as the cultural heart of the country.
“Heartfelt wishes to the sisters and brothers of Uttarakhand on the state’s Foundation Day,” he wrote.
Highlighting the state’s contribution to the country, the Home Minister said its people had played a significant role in several fields, including national service, literature, art and culture.
“Uttarakhand, with its breathtaking natural beauty, rich spiritual heritage and vibrant folk culture, is also the cultural heart of our country. From the tradition of serving the nation and devotion to the motherland to literature, art and culture, the people of Devbhoomi have played a leading role in many fields,” HM Shah said.
He also expressed hope that the state would continue to progress in good governance and prosperity, adding, “May the state continue to progress on the path of good governance and prosperity—this is the wish of Baba Kedar.”
Uttarakhand Foundation Day, also known as Uttarakhand Divas, is observed annually on November 9. The state was formed in 2000 after being carved out of Uttar Pradesh and became the 27th state of India.
Located in the Himalayan region, Uttarakhand shares international borders with China (Tibet) in the north and Nepal in the east.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended greetings to the people of the state, describing Uttarakhand as a “divine land” blessed with scenic mountain landscapes, sacred rivers and the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
In a post on X, PM Modi highlighted the state’s spiritual and cultural heritage and credited its people for contributing to its development across various sectors.
President Droupadi Murmu also greeted the residents on the occasion, highlighting Uttarakhand’s spiritual legacy, rich cultural history and the contribution of its people to national service.
(ANI Inputs)
