India, April 2 -- President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted the people of Odisha, which celebrated Utkal Dibasa, its formation day.
On this day in 1936, Odisha became a separate province on the basis of language by carving out parts of the erstwhile Bihar, Bengal and Madras. President Murmu, who hails from the state, said, "It is an occasion to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Odisha and remarkable contribution of its people in various fields.
The warm and hospitable people of Odisha have worked hard for the progress of the state while preserving its glorious traditions."
"Odisha has played important role in freedom struggle and produced several makers of modern India. I pray to Mahaprabhu Jagann...