State formation day in India November 1
STATE FORMATION DAY IN INDIA
▪️Presented by the National UN Volunteers-India
November 1 is State Formation Day for Seven Indian States: Know Why and How Karnataka, Kerala, MP, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh Formed
November 1, marks the foundation day of seven Indian states namely Karnataka, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Though these 8 states were formed in different years, they were founded on November 1, making the date a special one considering that five states celebrate their foundation day on November 1.
Let us have a brief look at the foundation of the 8 states that celebrate their foundation day on November 1.
Kannada Rajyotsava
The state of Karnataka was formed on Nov 1, 1956 and celebrates its 67 th formation day today. In the 1950s, after India became a republic nation, demand for states and provinces based on linguistic basis grew louder. Kannada speaking part was named a state called 'Mysore'. However, the name 'Mysore' was not accepted by all and the people demanded that the name be changed to Karnataka.
Kerala Piravi
"God's Own Country" Kerala was created on Nov 1, 1956 and every year, November 1 is celebrated as 'Kerala Piravi Dinam' in the state. Before India won independence in 1947, Kerala as we know today stretched in three independent provinces namely Malabar, Cochin and Travancore. These major parts were brought together to form the state of Kerala which will be celebrating its 67 th foundation day today, on November 1, 2018.
Chhattisgarh
The state of Chhattisgarh was carved out of the state of Madhya Pradesh on Nov 1, 2000. It range 135,194 sq kms in terms of area and has a population of about 25.5 million. Chhattisgarh has 27 districts and 5 divisions namely Bastar, Bilaspur, Durg, Raipur and Surguja. Chhattisgarh is the tenth largest state in India.
Haryana
Haryana celebrates its Formation Day on November 1. It was carved out of the former state of East Punjab on Nov 1, 1966. Haryana proved to be a boon for India as it led the Green Revolution movement in terms of crop output. The 'Milliennium City' of Gurgaon, now known as Gurugram is an important business hub. Haryana will celebrate the 57 th anniversary of its formation day.
Punjab
On November 1, Punjab celebrates its Formation Day. Going back to history, the Punjabi Suba movement was one of the key events in the formation of Punjab in the erstwhile East Punjab state of India in the 1950s. The movement, led by the Akali Dal, resulted in the formation of the Punjabi-majority Punjab state, the Haryanvi-Hindi-majority Haryana state and the Union Territory of Chandigarh.
Rajasthan
Rajasthan was re-organised on November 1, 1956. Under State Re-organisation Act 1956 the former part ‘C’ State of Ajmer, Abu Road, Taluka, the former part of princely State, Sirohi which was amalgamated in former Bombay and Sunel Tappa area of the former Madhya Bharat fused with Rajasthan. The Sironj subdistrict, Jhalawar was relocated to Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh celebrates its Formation Day on November 1. Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state in India in terms of area and has the sixth-largest population among Indian states. Madhya Pradesh was formed on November 1, 1956 and will celebrate its 67 th Foundation Day today.
Andhra Pradesh
1 November 1956 -- The state was formed after it was separated from the then Madras Presidency following a series of agitations and sacrifices. The Telangana region, which was then part of Hyderabad state, later merged with Andhra state and formed a complete state of Andhra Pradesh.
India comprises a total of 36 states and Union territories. Of these, 28 are states while 8 are Union Territories.
▪️Ideas to celebrate State Formation Day
1. Plan Event or Agenda for the day
Get together with your community members and plan the type of events that need to be conducted. If you have an association, then call a meeting with the members and plan the activities and send invites to all the residents informing them of the events. You can put up a bulletin board with the information of the events or send individual invites.
2. Flag Hoisting
The state flag can be hoisted in the morning of the Rajyotsava and the state anthem can be sung. All the residents of the association should attend the function which will bring in a feeling of unity and brotherhood.
3. Themes and Costumes
Incorporate themes into the events and get everyone to show up in a costume. You can centre the theme on the history of the state or the state colours.
Have stalls and counters selling state flags and themed attires and badges and other accessories. You can hold themed costume contests and give away prizes to the winner.
4. Processions
The society members can organize a colourful march past and processions that will make people aware of the event.
5. Cultural events
As is with any major festival or celebration, holding cultural programmes will ensure the participation of a majority of the people. Organise shows like folk dances and folk song competition.
Members can get together and perform skits or dramas based on the state’s history and legendary figures of the state. Art competitions and craft making competitions can be held for kids.
Get together with a group of the residents and go on a cleaning spree. You can clean out the surrounding areas of your association as well as your premises and commit towards a regular sanitation program. The association can also join hands with NGOs and help in improving the roads and cleaning public walkways, footpaths and parks.
We request the schools, colleges and educational institutions to celebrate as a part of educating the children. Also please share your celebrations with us through WhatsApp number +91 9944313953 or unvolunteersindia2015@gmail.com for your United Nations appreciation.
