National
02 Jun, 2026
PM Modi greets people of Telangana on statehood day
Business To Business, New Delhi, 2nd June, 2026: On the occasion of Telangana Formation Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people of the state and reiterated the Centre’s commitment to supporting its development journey.
What the Prime Minister said
In a post on social media platform X, Modi conveyed his wishes, stating:
- Greetings to the people of Telangana on Statehood Day.
- The Union government remains committed to supporting the state’s growth.
- Telangana’s progress is linked to the broader vision of a “developed India.”
Significance of the day
Telangana Formation Day is observed every year on
June 2, marking the creation of the state in
2014, when it was carved out of Andhra Pradesh as India’s
29th state.
Background
- The state was formed after a long political and social movement demanding separate statehood.
- Hyderabad serves as the joint capital for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for a transitional period.
- The day is marked with official ceremonies, cultural programs, and government events across the state.
Development focus
The Centre’s message typically highlights cooperation in:
- Infrastructure development,
- Industrial growth,
- Technology and innovation,
- Welfare and rural development.
Broader context
Telangana has emerged as one of India’s faster-growing states, with strong performance in:
- IT and software services (especially in Hyderabad),
- Pharmaceuticals and biotech,
- Startup ecosystem development,
- Urban infrastructure expansion.
The Prime Minister’s message aligns with annual protocol greetings while also emphasizing continued cooperation between the Centre and the state for development goals.