On the occasion of the Foundation Day of West Bengal, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the people of West Bengal residing in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
This special occasion is an opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage, remarkable achievements and enduring spirit of a State that has made invaluable contributions to the nation’s cultural, intellectual and economic progress. West Bengal has long been a land of visionaries and pioneers, whose contributions to literature, art, science and public life have left an enduring imprint on India’s history.
The timeless legacy of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and many other illustrious sons and daughters of the State continue to inspire generations with the ideals of patriotism, excellence and service to the nation.
As we celebrate this Foundation Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to inclusive development, social harmony and national progress. Guided by the vision of Viksit Bharat and the spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat,” let us work together to build a stronger, self-reliant and prosperous India. May this Foundation Day bring peace, prosperity and happiness and inspire us all to contribute towards a brighter future for our nation.
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(Admiral D.K. Joshi)
PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.)
Lieutenant Governor, A&N Islands
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Vice Chairman, Islands Development Agency
