Narendra Modi Greets Six Indian States on Foundation Days

Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued greetings to the residents of Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Keralam on November 1, 2026, to mark their respective state foundation days. In a series of messages, Modi praised the unique cultural heritage and economic contributions of each region, specifically highlighting Karnataka's leadership in artificial intelligence, Keralam's healthcare excellence, and Tamil Nadu's industrial innovation.

In Haryana, which celebrated its 60th anniversary, Modi praised the state's "remarkable valour" and contributions to food security and sports. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also highlighted the state's role in national security. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended celebrations in Chandigarh, crediting the state's modernization to the efforts of laborers, industrialists, and farmers.

Simultaneously, Madhya Pradesh marked its 71st Foundation Day. Modi emphasized the state's role in the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, while Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the Rajyotsav festival at the Lal Parade Ground in Bhopal. The festival includes development exhibitions and the distribution of scholarships and prizes to students and farmers.

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the Indian National Congress also issued greetings to the people of these states and other union territories celebrating foundation days on November 1, emphasizing the role of diverse cultures and traditions in shaping the nation.