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Ahmedabad, Nov 9 (IANS) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, on Sunday, paid a courtesy visit to the Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in Gujarat’s Gandhinagar.
The Governor was in Gujarat on November 8 to attend the “Bharat Parv” function at Ekta Nagar, organized as part of the nationwide celebrations of the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of unity.
The grand celebration themed “Ekta Prakash Parv” is being organized till November 15 at Ekta Nagar in Narmada district, in which cultural performances will be performed by artistes from different states to showcase India’s strength in “Unity in Diversity”.
Under the “Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat” initiative, artistes and dignitaries from across the country are participating, thereby promoting inter-cultural appreciation.
Artists from Odisha performed at Bharat Parv, Governor Kambhampati was present as the guest of honor on the occasion.
During his visit, the Governor explored several major attractions in Ekta Nagar, including the ‘Statue of Unity’ – the tallest statue in the world – Ekta Light Festival, Sardar Sarovar River Bed Power House, Butterfly Park, Food Court, Handicraft Haat and Theme Pavilion.
Governor Kambhampati appreciated the efforts of the Gujarat Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Patel to develop Ekta Nagar as a world class tourist destination, noting the excellent arrangements made for the artists, artisans and visitors.
He also expressed his appreciation for the state’s cultural and infrastructural initiatives that promote national unity.
Chief Minister Patel presented a memento to Governor Kambhampati as a token of respect and goodwill.
Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Avantika Singh was also present in the meeting, who warmly welcomed the visiting dignitary.
Meanwhile, on Sunday, Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi inaugurated the newly constructed state-of-the-art civil court building at Uchchal in Tapi district.
Built at an estimated cost of Rs 7 crore, the modern facility aims to make judicial services more accessible and convenient for local citizens.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy CM Sanghvi said the new court is a historic milestone for the border area between Gujarat and Maharashtra – an area where even the railway platform provides a view of both the states.
The Deputy CM said, despite the unique administrative challenges of the region, Tapi’s judiciary has successfully maintained law and order.
–IANS
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