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Shillong: Meghalaya Lok Bhavan hosted a cultural event Tuesday to mark the foundation and statehood days for 16 different states and Union Territories. The celebration recognized Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chhattisgarh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Punjab and Tamil Nadu.
Governor C H Vijayashankar addressed the crowd. He called the formation of these regions milestones in the national journey. He said, "The progress of every region was closely linked to the country's overall development."
Vijayashankar pushed for better education, healthcare, and infrastructure. He wants rural communities to thrive. The event included a video message from the Governor of Tamil Nadu. That state currently produces 9.4 per cent of India's GDP. It ranked as the second-largest GST contributor last year.
Performers took the stage throughout the day. They highlighted the traditions of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Tamil Nadu.
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