Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan takes the salute during the Passing Out Parade on the occasion of Kerala Formation Day, in Thiruvananthapuram.
Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted the people of Kerala on the state's 68th formation day, known as 'Keralappiravi'.
In a post on the social media platform 'X', Modi said the people of Kerala have made their mark all over the world, across different fields.
"Kerala Piravi greetings! Kerala state is known for its mesmerizing landscapes, vibrant traditions and hardworking people.
"People from Kerala have made their mark all over the world, across different fields. May the people of the state keep progressing in the times to come," the PM said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah too took to social media platform 'X' to extend 'Keralappiravi' greetings to the state.
"Warm greetings to our sisters and brothers in Kerala on the occasion of Piravi. Over the years, Kerala has strengthened Bharat by leveraging its unique cultural heritage. May God bless the state to prosper further," he said on 'X'.