President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi today wished the people of Uttar Pradesh on the foundation day of their state. In a social media post, President Murmu said, Uttar Pradesh is playing an important role in the economic, social, political and spiritual development of the country. She expressed confidence that the state will continue to move forward on the path of overall development. The President also wished for the continued progress, happiness and prosperity of the hardworking and talented residents of the state.

Prime Minister Modi called the state a holy land which has witnessed countless mythological and historical periods in Indian culture. He added that the state has been engaged in creating new chapters of development for the last eight years. Mr Modi also expressed confidence that with the government’s focus on public welfare and the amazing talent and hard work of the citizens, the state will make an invaluable contribution to building a developed India.