Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Uttar Pradesh on the occasion of the state’s 76th foundation day. Emphasizing the state’s rich cultural heritage and progress, PM Modi described Uttar Pradesh as a “holy land” that has consistently contributed to India’s development.
“On the foundation day of Uttar Pradesh, I extend my warm wishes to all my brothers and sisters of the state. This holy land, which has witnessed countless mythological and historical periods in Indian culture, has been engaged in creating new chapters of development for the last eight years,” PM Modi wrote on X.
PM Modi expressed confidence in the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the people of Uttar Pradesh. He highlighted the state’s potential to play an invaluable role in building a developed India.
“I have full faith that with the government dedicated to public welfare and the amazing talent and tireless hard work of the people here, our beloved state will make its invaluable contribution in the creation of a developed India,” the Prime Minister added.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also congratulated the people of the state on its foundation day.
“Hearty congratulations to the people of the state on the 76th Foundation Day of Uttar Pradesh, the holy birthplace of ‘Raghukul Nandan’ Lord Shri Ram and Yogeshwar Shri Krishna, blessed by the blessings of Baba Shri Vishwanath, the glorious land of creation, culture, values, and bravery!” CM Yogi wrote on X.
CM Yogi praised the state’s progress under PM Modi’s leadership, describing Uttar Pradesh as the “growth engine” of New India.
“Under the guidance of the esteemed Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, the ‘growth engine’ of New India, New Uttar Pradesh is setting new benchmarks of development, security, and good governance every day,” he stated.
The celebration of Uttar Pradesh Foundation Day began only in 2018, following a suggestion by then Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik to observe January 24 as Uttar Pradesh Day. This marked the first celebration of the state’s foundation day since India’s independence in 1947.
Historically, when India gained independence, it was composed of various provinces. On January 24, 1950, the United Provinces was officially renamed Uttar Pradesh and received its statehood.
Since then, Uttar Pradesh has grown into a vital contributor to India’s cultural, historical, and economic fabric, with its people and leadership striving to set new milestones in development and governance.
