Kannada Rajyotsava, also popularly known as Karnataka Day, is celebrated every year on November 1 to mark the formation of the state of Karnataka. The annual event commemorates the merger in 1956 of the Kannada-speaking regions of southwestern India under the States Reorganisation Act to form the state. In short, this day marks the unification of Kannada-speaking regions in 1956 to create the state of Mysore, which was later renamed Karnataka in 1973. Karnataka Rajyotsava 2024 Images and Karnataka Formation Day Wallpapers for Free Download Online: Share Happy Karnataka Day Wishes, Greetings, Messages and Quotes to Celebrate.

Kannada Rajyotsava is a government holiday in Karnataka and is celebrated by Kannadigas across the world. In this article, let’s learn more about the Karnataka Day 2024 date, the history of the formation of Karnataka and the significance of the annual event in Karnataka.

Karnataka Rajyotsava 2024 Date

Karnataka Day 2024 will be celebrated on Friday, November 1.

Karnataka Rajyotsava History

According to records, Aluru Venkata Rao was the man who dreamt of unifying the State as early as 1905 with the Karnataka Ekikarana movement. In 1950, India became a republic, and different provinces were formed based on the language spoken in the particular region. This gave birth to the state of Mysore including various places in south India.

On November 1, 1956, Mysore state, comprising most of the area of the erstwhile princely state of Mysore, was merged with the Kannada-speaking areas of the Bombay and Madras presidencies, as also of the principality of Hyderabad, to create a unified Kannada-speaking sub-national entity.

North Karnataka, Malnad (Canara), and old Mysore were thus the three regions of the newly formed Mysore state. The newly unified state initially retained the name ‘Mysore’, but the people of North Karnataka did not favour the retention of the name, hence the state's name was changed to ‘Karnataka’ on November 1, 1973. Indian States and Their Formation Dates: Maharashtra Din, Bihar Day, Karnataka Rajyotsava, Kerala Piravi & More – Marking Celebrations of Statehood Days.

Karnataka Rajyotsava Significance

Kannada Rajyotsava is celebrated with great pride and cultural vibrancy across Karnataka. The day holds great significance for the people of the state, with citizens honouring their rich heritage, language, and traditions. The day is marked by flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural events showcasing Kannada music, dance, and drama, and awards for individuals who have made significant contributions to the Kannada language, literature, and culture.

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