Prime MInister Modi greets people of Mizoram on statehood day

New Delhi, Feb 20 (Zoram News): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted people of Mizoram on the anniversary of their states' formation and lauded their contribution to the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted people of Mizoram on the anniversary of their states' formation and lauded their contribution to the country.
He tweeted "Best wishes to the people of Mizoram on their Statehood Day. Mizoram is known for its natural beauty, hardworking people and the outstanding Mizo culture. May the aspirations of the people of Mizoram continue being fulfilled in the coming times." Mizoram were granted statehood on this day in 1987.

Like several other northeastern states of India, Mizoram was previously part of Assam until 1972, when it was carved out as a Union Territory. In 1986 the Indian Parliament adopted the 53rd amendment of the Indian Constitution, which allowed for the creation of the State of Mizoram on 20 February 1987, as India's 23rd state.

According to a 2011 census, in that year Mizoram's population was 1,091,014. It is the 2nd least populous state in the country. Mizoram covers an area of approximately 21,087 square kilometres,of which approximately 91% is forested.

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