Hyderabad, May 30, 2026:

Governor Shri Shiv Pratap Shukla has said that Goa and Sikkim stand as symbols of India’s rich diversity.

The Statehood Day celebrations of Goa and Sikkim were held at Lok Bhavan on Saturday. Members of the Goa and Sikkim communities residing in Telangana participated in the event.
The Governor, accompanied by his wife Smt. Janaki Shukla, attended the celebrations.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Shukla said that the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ initiative was strengthening national integration and fostering greater understanding among the States. He observed that while Goa is globally known for its natural beauty and distinctive cultural heritage, Sikkim is renowned for its peace, spirituality, and scenic splendour. The two States, he said, reflect the country’s cultural diversity and contribute significantly to its national pride.
The Governor extended his greetings to the people of Goa and Sikkim living in Telangana and called upon citizens to further strengthen the values of national unity, integrity, and social harmony.

Messages from the Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, and the Governor of Goa, Shri P. S. Sreedharan Pillai’s successor and present Governor Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, were displayed on a digital screen during the programme.

Cultural performances presented on the occasion drew appreciation from the audience.
Among those present were Special Chief Secretary to the Governor Shri M. Dana Kishore, Joint Secretary Shri Shashikiran Achari, and other officials.