State to host techno-cultural fest connecting North East
Describing the initiative as a vibrant expression of the 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' vision, the Governor underscored the importance of integrating the North East into the heart of India's cultural and economic mainstream. 'This festival will be a celebration of unity through shared heritage, creativity, and innovation,' he affirmed.
The Telangana–North East Connect Festival is poised to become a landmark initiative, fostering meaningful dialogue, mutual respect, and a celebration of India's rich cultural mosaic. Additionally, it aims to create a multi-sectoral platform to strengthen socio-cultural and long-lasting economic bonds between the eight North Eastern States and Telangana.
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