President to visit Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland from tomorrow

NEW DELHI: President Pranab Mukherjee will embark on a three-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland from tomorrow.

It will be his first visit to Arunachal Pradesh after becoming the President. The northeastern state holds much importance for India as it shares borders with China, Bhutan and Myanmar.

The President will address the members of Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly at Itanagar tomorrow. He will also attend the XII Convocation of the Rajiv Gandhi University at Doimukh on November 30, a press release issued today by Rashtrapati Bhavan said.

In Nagaland, the President will inaugurate the state's golden jubilee year celebrations and Hornbill Festival on December 1.

Nagaland got statehood on December 1, 1963. Hornbill (name of a bird) Festival, considered one of the biggest events in the state, showcases the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the Naga people.

Nagaland, which is situated at the north eastern end of the country, shares international boundary with Myanmar.

The President will also lay a wreath at Kohima War Memorial on Sunday, the release said.