When Is Maharashtra Day 2024? Know About Maharashtra Din Date, History, Celebrations and Significance

Maharashtra Diwas, or Maharashtra Din, also known as Maharashtra Day, is celebrated every year on May 1 in India. The special day commemorates the foundation of Maharashtra state. It is a state holiday that marks the formation of Maharashtra after it was separated from Bombay State in 1960. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm to mark Maharashtra's rich legacy foundation and honour the government's decision to make Maharashtra an independent state of India. It’s a day for the people of Maharashtra to celebrate their vibrant culture and remarkable achievements, marked by parades, political speeches, and various ceremonies throughout the state. Maharashtra Day Recipes: From Misal Pav to Puran Poli, Top 5 Maharashtrian Dishes You Can Make for Maharashtra Din Celebrations.

Maharashtra Din 2024 Date

Maharashtra Din is observed every year on May 1. This year, Maharashtra Day 2024 will be celebrated on May 1, i.e., Wednesday.

Maharashtra Din History & Significance

During British rule in India, the western coast, including present-day Gujarat and parts of Pakistan, was under British control as part of the Bombay Presidency. After India gained independence in 1947, the Bombay Presidency stayed with India, while Sind province became part of Pakistan. In 1950, after India became a republic, they formed Bombay State. Bombay State was linguistically diverse and included places where people spoke Marathi, Gujarati, Kutchi, and Konkani.

The Sanyukta Maharashtra Samiti was at the forefront of the movement to divide the Bombay State into two states, one where people spoke Gujarati and Kutchi, and the other where people spoke Marathi and Konkani. As a result of this movement, on April 25, 1960, the Parliament of India enacted the Bombay Reorganisation Act, 1960, and two new states, Maharashtra and Gujarat, were formed. The act came into effect on May 1, 1960, which marks the day of the annual celebration.

Maharashtra Day is a significant occasion for the Marathi-speaking population in the state, as it marks the formation of the state. On this day, liquor sales are prohibited, and various events are held across the state to celebrate Maharashtra's history and traditions. Maharashtra Day Wishes and Maharashtra Din Images: WhatsApp Messages, Quotes, Greetings, Facebook Status and Wallpapers for Family and Friends.

Every year, the Governor of Maharashtra gives a speech at the annual parade in Shivaji Park. Maharashtra Day, also known as Maharashtra Din, is a state holiday in Maharashtra. We wish all Maharashtrians a joyous 64th Maharashtra Day 2024, filled with pride, happiness, and prosperity.

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