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PM Modi greets people of six states on foundation day

The Prime Minister prayed for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of residents in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Keralam.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted the people of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Keralam on their respective states' foundation days, according to The Hindu.

In a series of messages, the Prime Minister prayed for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of all residents and expressed hope that coming years would bring new opportunities and continued progress.

Regarding Madhya Pradesh, Modi said the state is a land of glorious heritage and extraordinary natural beauty. He noted that the state is achieving milestones in fields including agriculture, industry, tourism, and infrastructure.

For Chhattisgarh, the Prime Minister said it brings joy to see the state accelerating on the path of development while uprooting Naxalism. He highlighted the state's tribal culture and archaeological heritage.

Modi described Haryana as the pride of the nation, noting the talent of its people in sports, defence services, and agriculture. He added that farmers are strengthening the nation's food security.

Extending greetings for Kannada Rajyotsava, the Prime Minister said Karnataka is a land of remarkable achievements. He noted the state's skills in sectors such as information technology, biotechnology, and aerospace.

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