Celebrating Formation Day Across India

President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings to residents of multiple Indian states and Union territories on their formation day. The formation includes Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep in 1956, with Punjab and Haryana following in 1966, and Chhattisgarh in 2000.

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended her heartfelt greetings to residents of various Indian states and Union territories, marking their formation day.

Significant reformation took place on this day in 1956 for Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep. Later, Punjab and Haryana were created in 1966, while Chhattisgarh emerged from Madhya Pradesh in 2000.

In a message on social platform X, Murmu expressed her best wishes, hoping these regions continue contributing towards India's progress and enjoy peace and prosperity.

(With inputs from agencies.)