Himachal Pradesh is celebrating its 55th Statehood Day on Saturday. On this day in 1971, Himachal was carved out as an 18th state and got full statehood.

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the people of Himachal Pradesh on their Statehood Day. In a social media post, President Murmu said, the state which is famous for its natural beauty and tourist places, has been a centre of spirituality and culture. She highlighted that the brave warriors of Himachal have made an extraordinary contribution to the security of the country. She wished that the hardworking people of Himachal move forward while maintaining a balance between environment and development and take this state to new heights of progress.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his message said, the state has preserved its natural beauty and magnificent heritage. He wished that Himachal Pradesh moves rapidly on the path of progress.

Akashvani correspondent reports that the state level function is being organized at Baijnath in Kangra district where Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu will unfurl the national flag and take the salute of the march past to be presented by various contingents. On the occasion, the Chief Minister will also inaugurate development projects worth more than 70 crore rupees at Baijnath.