PM Modi greets Karnataka, MP, Kerala, Haryana, Chhattisgarh on their formation day
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New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the people of Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Haryana and Chhattisgarh on their formation day.
The Prime Minister will be in Chhattisgarh on Saturday to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the state's formation.
"This state, dedicated to nature and culture, is today engaged in setting ever-new benchmarks of progress. Many areas here, once affected by Naxalism, are now competing in development," Modi said, greeting the brothers and sisters of Chhattisgarh.
"I am confident that with the dedication and enterprise of the hardworking and skilled people here, our state will play a pivotal role in realizing the vision of a developed India," he said.
The prime minister greeted the spirit of excellence and industrious nature of the people of Karnataka on Kannada Rajyotsava.
"Today, when we mark Kannada Rajyotsava, we celebrate the spirit of excellence and industrious nature that the people of Karnataka are synonymous with," he said.
"We also celebrate the outstanding culture of Karnataka, reflected in its literature, art, music and more. The state embodies the spirit of progress rooted in wisdom. I pray that people of the state are happy and healthy," he said.
The prime minister said Kerala is a state whose people have been excelling in diverse sectors globally and have distinguished themselves for their creativity as well as innovation.
"The state's scenic landscapes and centuries-old heritage reflect India's vibrant cultural grandeur. May the people of Kerala always be blessed with good health and success," Modi said, extending greetings on Kerala Piravi.
The PM also extended heartfelt greetings to all family members in Madhya Pradesh, the state that cherishes its glorious history and cultural heritage.
"Nestled in the heart of the country, our state is today infusing a new pace of progress in every sector by prioritizing the aspirations of every individual," he said, greeting the people of Madhya Pradesh on its foundation day.
"I am confident that the talented and hardworking people of this land will play an invaluable role in the fulfillment of the resolve for a developed India," Modi said.
The prime minister also extended his heartiest congratulations to all the residents of the state on the occasion of Haryana Day.
"This historic land has been an example for the entire country due to the tireless hard work of our farmer brothers and sisters, the unparalleled valor of our soldiers, and the remarkable performance of our youth," he said.
"On this special occasion of the state, which is progressing rapidly on the path of development, I wish happiness and a bright future for everyone," the prime minister said.
Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala and Lakshadweep came into being on this day in 1956.
Punjab and Haryana were formed in 1966, while Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh in 2000.
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BJP using women's quota bill as front to pass Delimitation Bill that will break India: Mamata
Cooch Behar (WB) (PTI): Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday alleged the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre was using the proposed amendment to the women's quota law in Parliament as a front for the Delimitation Bill that would "break the country into pieces".
The TMC will fight this Central government's move at every step, she asserted at her party's poll rally here.
The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill to tweak the women's quota law, along with the Delimitation Bill and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, to implement the proposed amended women's quota law, in the Union territories of Delhi, Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Thursday.
According to the Constitution amendment bill, Lok Sabha seats will be increased to a maximum of 850 from the current 543 to "operationalise" the women's reservation law before the 2029 parliamentary polls, following a delimitation exercise based on the 2011 Census.
Seats will also be increased in state and Union territory assemblies to accommodate 33 per cent reservation for women.
Opposing the Centre's move, Banerjee alleged that "the BJP brought the Delimitation Bill while keeping the women's reservation bill at the front".
"The BJP is trying to increase the number of seats in the Lok Sabha to nearly 850 through the Delimitation Bill. It will break the country into pieces," the TMC supremo said.
She also alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not speaking the truth about the development of north Bengal at a BJP rally last week.
"The prime minister said nothing was done for the development of north Bengal. But we spent Rs 1.72 lakh crore on the development of the region," Banerjee said and asked Modi to cross-check data before making such remarks.
