- Maharashtra Foundation Day is celebrated on May 1st every year.
- The day marks the formation of the state of Maharashtra on May 1st, 1960.
- Maharashtra is known for its rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions to the country.
- The state is home to several prominent personalities like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Babasaheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar.
On the occasion of Maharashtra Foundation Day, President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartiest greetings to all the countrymen, especially the residents of the state. She acknowledged the rich cultural heritage of Maharashtra and praised the state for being the birthplace and workplace of personalities like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Babasaheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. She wished for continued progress for the state and a bright future for all Maharashtrians.
Maharashtra Foundation Day, also known as Maharashtra Day, is celebrated on May 1st every year. This day marks the formation of the state of Maharashtra after it was carved out of the Bombay State on May 1st, 1960. The day holds significant importance for the people of Maharashtra, as it celebrates the rich cultural heritage and history of the state.
History of Maharashtra Foundation Day
Maharashtra was under British rule until India gained independence in 1947. After independence, the country was divided into several states and territories, including Bombay State. Bombay State comprised the present-day Maharashtra and Gujarat, and parts of Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
The demand for a separate Marathi-speaking state had been growing in the Bombay State for many years. Finally, on May 1st, 1960, the state of Maharashtra was formed, with Bombay as its capital. The day is celebrated as Maharashtra Foundation Day to commemorate the formation of the state.
Significance of Maharashtra Foundation Day
Maharashtra Foundation Day is a day of pride and joy for the people of Maharashtra. The day celebrates the state’s rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions to the country. Maharashtra is known for its literature, music, dance, food, and festivals, which have a unique identity of their own.
The state is also home to several prominent personalities who have contributed significantly to the country. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire, was born in Maharashtra. Babasaheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, was also born in Maharashtra.
