The Faculty and Students belonging to the states of Meghalaya and Manipur from the University of Hyderabad (UoH) participated in the celebrations of the Foundation Day of Meghalaya, Manipur and Tripura states at Raj Bhavan, Telangana on 21.01.2025.

His Excellency Sri Jishnu Dev Varma, the honourable Governor of Telangana State inaugurated the celebrations by lighting the lamp. While addressing the gathering he explained that the celebration of such Commemoration of Foundation Days of the different states on a single platform brought together the multicultural fabric of the North-eastern states together.

It emanated the feeling of unity in diversity that culminating in the ideal of nationalism. He felt very happy for commemorating the event with participation of the people from the respective states living in Hyderabad hailing from different walks of life apart from the University community. The event reflected a rich cultural exchange.

The Governor’s speech about unity in diversity has set a tone for the celebrations. Prof. Romesh Singh and Dr. Gracious Mary Temsen also spoke on this occasion. Dr. Barilang Mawlong and Dr. Gracious Mary Temsen felicitated the honourable governor with mementos on this occasion.

Students from University of Hyderabad sang a motivational song and appreciation of Meghalaya statehood. Honourable Governor presented the performers of the song with mementos.

Dr. B. Krishnaiah, the NSS Coordinator of the University was the facilitator of the programme.