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As Uttarakhand celebrates 25 years of its formation, Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the hill state’s rapid rise in tourism and governance but what makes this Himalayan region a model for sustainable growth and spiritual progress?
PM Modi extends greetings as Uttarakhand marks 25th Foundation Day
New Delhi: Uttarakhand is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its formation today, November 9 marking an important milestone for the Himalayan state known for its spiritual heritage, natural beauty, and resilient communities.
Formed in the year 2000 as India’s 27th state after long-standing public demand, Uttarakhand has since transitioned from a region of scattered hill towns to a rapidly developing state with growing national and global relevance.
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The Silver Jubilee celebrations across the state featured cultural programmes, official ceremonies, and tributes to the activists and citizens who played a pivotal role in the Uttarakhand statehood movement. From the snow-capped peaks of Garhwal to the lush green valleys of Kumaon, festivities reaffirmed the region’s identity as “Devbhoomi” the Land of the Gods and underscored its aspirations for the future.
उत्तराखंड की स्थापना की 25वीं वर्षगांठ पर राज्य के मेरे सभी भाई-बहनों को अनेकानेक शुभकामनाएं। प्रकृति की गोद में बसी हमारी यह देवभूमि आज पर्यटन के साथ-साथ हर क्षेत्र में प्रगति की नई रफ्तार भर रही है। प्रदेश के इस विशेष अवसर पर मैं यहां के विनम्र, कर्मठ और देवतुल्य लोगों की…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 9, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to greet the people of Uttarakhand on the momentous day. Emphasising the state’s natural beauty and development-oriented mindset, he wrote:
“On the 25th anniversary of the establishment of Uttarakhand, my best wishes to all my brothers and sisters of the state. Nestled in the lap of nature, this sacred land of ours is today accelerating progress in every field, including tourism. On this special occasion, I wish happiness, prosperity, good fortune, and good health to its humble, hardworking, and godlike people.”
Modi’s message reflected the Centre’s recognition of Uttarakhand’s achievements in the past two decades particularly in tourism expansion, connectivity projects, hydropower development, and disaster response improvements. The Prime Minister has repeatedly highlighted the state’s potential as a global destination for wellness tourism, yoga, spirituality, and adventure sports.
देवभूमि उत्तराखंड के स्थापना दिवस की प्रदेशवासियों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ।
आध्यात्मिक विरासत, सांस्कृतिक वैभव और प्राकृतिक सौंदर्य से परिपूर्ण यह पवित्र भूमि पूरे राष्ट्र की आस्था का केंद्र है। देश की सुरक्षा, सेवा और पर्यावरण संरक्षण में सदैव अग्रणी उत्तराखंड सुशासन और लोककल्याण… pic.twitter.com/pa4tkpq0EG
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 9, 2025
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his greetings on the Silver Jubilee of the state’s formation. In his message on X, Shah said:
“May Uttarakhand continue to advance at the pace of good governance and public welfare and gain further momentum and strength.”
Shah acknowledged the state government’s initiatives to enhance road and air connectivity, strengthen grassroots development, and expand welfare programmes in remote mountainous regions. He also praised Uttarakhand’s strides in public service delivery and disaster preparedness, crucial in a state prone to floods, landslides, and seismic activity.
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Over the past quarter century, Uttarakhand has recorded progress in education, renewable energy, tourism, healthcare, and women’s empowerment. Projects like the Char Dham all-weather road, airport expansion in Dehradun and Pantnagar, and growth in the Ayush and eco-tourism sectors have contributed to the state’s rising profile.
As Uttarakhand enters its next phase, leaders and citizens envision a future that combines economic growth with ecological sustainability — preserving the Himalayas while empowering its people.
