Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], November 1 : Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao congratulated the people of Chhattisgarh on the occasion of the state's Foundation Day.
He said, "I congratulate the people of Chhattisgarh on the State Foundation Day. BJP and Atal Bihari Vajpayee had a big dream with which they created a separate Chhattisgarh state. In 15 years, our government worked to take Chhattisgarh forward in line with his dream, and we are working at a fast pace in the same direction. Let us all together make Chhattisgarh a developed Chhattisgarh."
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai also congratulated the people via a post on X. He said, "Hearty congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on Chhattisgarh State Foundation Day. With the grace and blessings of Chhattisgarh Mahtari, we are working to improve the state by following the path of good governance. The state is continuously moving forward in the direction of realizing the vision with which the former Prime Minister of the country, Bharat Ratna, the most revered Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji had created the state of Chhattisgarh.
"May our Chhattisgarh continue to move on the path of progress and prosperity; may this bowl of rice always remain full, this is my wish. Come, on this unique occasion of the State Festival, let us celebrate the State Festival along with Deepotsav by lighting lamps in our homes. Hail Johar, Hail Chhattisgarh", the CM added,
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes to the states of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Karnataka, and Kerala on their Foundation Day. He highlighted the contributions of each state to the country in various fields, including cultural heritage, development, preservation, and natural resources. For Chhattisgarh, he said, "I wish that this state, adorned with a wonderful confluence of glorious folk traditions and tribal culture, continues to progress rapidly on the path of development."
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi also extended his greetings to the people of various states and Union Territories. He said via a post on X, "Greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar, Chhattisgarh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep on their Foundation Day today. These vibrant cultures, diverse languages, rich histories, and enduring traditions are the very heart of India's strength and give our nation its resilience. Let us celebrate and safeguard this unity, recognizing that each state's unique contribution enriches and strengthens the bonds that hold us together."