New Delhi, May 31 -- President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted the people of Goa on their statehood day. Goa, which was a part of the Union Territory of Goa, Daman and Diu, was accorded statehood on this day in 1987 and became 25th state of India. "Warm greetings to the people of Goa on Statehood Day! Goa's rich cultural heritage, beautiful beaches, warm hospitality and several other attractions continue to draw visitors from across the world," President said in a social media post. Tourists and residents should come together to preserve Goa's culture and heritage by adopting sustainable tourism practices, she said.
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