"statehood-day"

The PM was scheduled to release a commemorative coin, souvenir and stamp to mark the completion of 50 years of Sikkim as a State

Prime Minister said that the people of Arunachal Pradesh are known for their culture, courage and strong commitment to India's development. "May Arunachal Pradesh keep scaling new heights of progress," he said.

Extending his greetings to people of Meghalaya, the prime minister said the state is known for its remarkable kindness and spirit of brotherhood.