Punjab Formation Day 2023: Date, History, Significance And Celebration Of Punjab Day

Punjab’s Formation Day Is Observed On November 1 Annually. On November 1, 1966, Punjab Took Its Present Form And Emerged As A Vital Entity Post Prolonged Struggle And Historical Events. The Term ‘Punjab’ Traces Back To The Persian Words ‘Panj’ And ‘Ab’ – ‘Five Waters’ Or ‘Five Rivers’. It Refers To The Historical Significance Of The Five Rivers, Beas, Chenab, Jhelum, Ravi, And Sutlej. Punjab Formation Day Is A Celebration Of The State’s Rich Cultural Heritage. Punjab Is The Birth Place Of Sikhism, A Religion Founded By Guru Nanak Dev Ji In The 15th Century. Watch The Video To Know More.

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