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Lok Bhavan Sikkim Celebrates State Formation Day of Eight States and Five Union Territories
Gangtok, November 1 (IPR): As part of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative, Lok Bhavan Sikkim celebrated the State Formation Day of eight States and five Union Territories at Ashirwad Hall, Lok Bhavan, today.
The States included Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Tamil Nadu, while the Union Territories were Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Delhi, Lakshadweep and Puducherry.
The programme was graced by the Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Lok Bhavan, Mr Jitendra Singh Raje. Officials from various Central Government institutions, students from universities across the State and members of the communities representing the participating States and Union Territories residing in Sikkim attended the celebration. Dr Swati Sachdeva, Professor of Social Sciences, Sikkim University, was also present.
Addressing the gathering, Mr Raje extended greetings to the people representing the participating States and Union Territories. He highlighted the significance of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative, envisioned by Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi, in strengthening national integration and fostering greater cultural understanding among citizens. He stated that the initiative promotes unity, mutual respect and cultural exchange among India's diverse communities.
He further noted that every State and Union Territory has its own distinct identity and strengths, and that this diversity forms the foundation of India's collective resilience. He also acknowledged the contributions of people from the participating States and Union Territories towards the development of Sikkim and appreciated the participants for their vibrant cultural presentations, which reflected the spirit of unity in diversity.
The programme also featured the screening of a message from the Governor of Kerala, Mr Om Prakash Mathur.
On the occasion, students from Kerala, Ms Sreelakshmi M. S., and Ms Nava Asley R from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands shared their perspectives on the significance of the celebration. A cultural presentation showcasing the rich traditions of Sikkim was also presented by the Department of Culture, Government of Sikkim.
The programme was conducted by Ms Mamta Awasthy, PRO to the Governor. Earlier, Joint Secretary, Mr Diwas Gautam delivered the welcome address, while the vote of thanks was proposed by Dr Pradeep Tripathi, Hindi Advisor to the Governor.
The States included Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Tamil Nadu, while the Union Territories were Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Delhi, Lakshadweep and Puducherry.
The programme was graced by the Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Lok Bhavan, Mr Jitendra Singh Raje. Officials from various Central Government institutions, students from universities across the State and members of the communities representing the participating States and Union Territories residing in Sikkim attended the celebration. Dr Swati Sachdeva, Professor of Social Sciences, Sikkim University, was also present.
Addressing the gathering, Mr Raje extended greetings to the people representing the participating States and Union Territories. He highlighted the significance of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative, envisioned by Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi, in strengthening national integration and fostering greater cultural understanding among citizens. He stated that the initiative promotes unity, mutual respect and cultural exchange among India's diverse communities.
He further noted that every State and Union Territory has its own distinct identity and strengths, and that this diversity forms the foundation of India's collective resilience. He also acknowledged the contributions of people from the participating States and Union Territories towards the development of Sikkim and appreciated the participants for their vibrant cultural presentations, which reflected the spirit of unity in diversity.
The programme also featured the screening of a message from the Governor of Kerala, Mr Om Prakash Mathur.
On the occasion, students from Kerala, Ms Sreelakshmi M. S., and Ms Nava Asley R from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands shared their perspectives on the significance of the celebration. A cultural presentation showcasing the rich traditions of Sikkim was also presented by the Department of Culture, Government of Sikkim.
The programme was conducted by Ms Mamta Awasthy, PRO to the Governor. Earlier, Joint Secretary, Mr Diwas Gautam delivered the welcome address, while the vote of thanks was proposed by Dr Pradeep Tripathi, Hindi Advisor to the Governor.
