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Politics
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju Praises Arunachal Girl Who Said “Humko Indian Bolo”
✍️ India Today
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 12:32 AM
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju met a schoolgirl from Arunachal Pradesh who expressed a desire to be called Indian, and lauded her patriotic sentiment.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju recently interacted with a young girl from Arunachal Pradesh who publicly said, “Humko Indian bolo,” indicating her wish to be identified as Indian. The minister commended the girl’s patriotic feeling, stating that the entire nation stands behind her expression of national pride.
During the brief meeting, Rijiju highlighted the importance of inclusive identity across the country’s diverse regions and encouraged the girl to continue her studies while embracing her Indian heritage. He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring that citizens from all states feel equally represented and respected.
The incident, captured by local media, has drawn attention to the ongoing dialogue about national integration, especially in border states like Arunachal Pradesh. Officials noted that such expressions of unity are vital for fostering cohesion in the nation’s multicultural fabric.
During the brief meeting, Rijiju highlighted the importance of inclusive identity across the country’s diverse regions and encouraged the girl to continue her studies while embracing her Indian heritage. He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring that citizens from all states feel equally represented and respected.
The incident, captured by local media, has drawn attention to the ongoing dialogue about national integration, especially in border states like Arunachal Pradesh. Officials noted that such expressions of unity are vital for fostering cohesion in the nation’s multicultural fabric.