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21 JAN 2026 8:06PM by PIB Agartala
Agartala, January 21, 2026: Statehood Day of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur was celebrated today with due solemnity at Lok Bhavan, Agartala. The programme was formally inaugurated by the Hon’ble Governor of Tripura, Shri Indrasena Reddy Nallu, by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor elaborated on the historical background and significance of the Statehood Day of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur. He stated that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the North Eastern region is steadily progressing on the path of holistic development. He added that these three states are also moving forward with renewed momentum towards the Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
The Governor laid special emphasis on building a drug-free youth society and highlighted the importance of balanced development encompassing economic growth, livelihood generation and social advancement. Referring to the North East as the land of Ashta Lakshmi, he noted that the region is witnessing rapid progress. He further remarked that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government is working with sincerity for the development of border villages, stressing that facilities available in urban areas should be equally extended to villages located along the borders.
The Governor also mentioned that, as per the Prime Minister’s direction, meetings of the North Eastern Council (NEC) Board are now being held across different states of the region, reflecting the Centre’s commitment to inclusive regional development.
He further stated that these states are advancing in parallel towards the goal of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat. Highlighting the immense potential of the region, he spoke about opportunities in tourism, education, higher education and organic farming.
On the occasion of the Statehood Day celebrations at Lok Bhavan, Governor Shri Indrasena Reddy Nallu extended greetings to and felicitated representatives and students from the three states.
During the programme, Professor G. Yaikom spoke on behalf of Manipur, Ms. Meriam Syed represented Meghalaya, and Professor Somdeb Banik delivered his address on behalf of Tripura.
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