Last updated on July 17th, 2023 at 04:13 pm
Meghalaya: On the 21st of January PM Modi congratulates the people of Meghalaya on their foundation day. He said, “The state is known for its vibrant culture, especially its passion for music, arts, and sports. The people of Meghalaya have excelled in various fields. I pray for the continued progress of Meghalaya in the years to come”.
Know About Meghalaya:-
In northeastern India is the state of Meghalaya. The state of Meghalaya was formed on 21 January 1972 by carving out two districts from the state of Assam. These two districts were the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills and the Garo Hills.
On 21 January 1972, the districts of Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia Hills became the new state of Meghalaya after previously being part of Assam. As of 2014, the population of Meghalaya is estimated to be 3,211,474. Approximately 22,430 square kilometers of Meghalaya boast a length-to-breadth ratio of 3:1.
The state is bordered to the south by the Bangladeshi divisions of Mymensingh and Sylhet, to the west by the Bangladeshi division of Rangpur, and to the north and east by India’s State of Assam. Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya. During the British rule of India, the British imperial authorities nicknamed India the “Scotland of the East”.
English is the official language of Meghalaya. Unlike many Indian states, Meghalaya has historically followed a matrilineal system where lineage and heritage are traced through women; The youngest daughter inherits all the wealth and also takes care of her parents
CM Yogi heartily congratulates all the people of Meghalaya on the foundation day of the state of Meghalaya, the land of natural beauty, rich folk traditions, and delightful places, and extended our best wishes.
