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1 May is globally known as International Labour Day. But for the state of Maharashtra, the day holds historical importance and is celebrated as Maharashtra Divas. The day is celebrated with enthusiasm as the foundation of the state can be traced back to this day, 62 years ago.

Two new states were born on this day in the year 1960 namely Maharashtra and Gujarat Day. There was a dispute over Bombay in both states. The Marathi people thought that Bombay should join them because most people there used to speak Marathi.

ORIGINS OF MAHARASHTRA DAY/DIVAS

The Day is also known as Maharashtra din or Maharashtra Diwas. It has a huge celebration with a parade at Shivaji Park, Dadar. Usually, various cultural events take place across Maharashtra. From speeches to colorful parades, both states celebrate this day with a lot of enthusiasm.

After the Indian Constitution came into effect, the country was divided into states on the basis of linguistic boundaries. Under the State Recognition Act, of 1956, Bombay was given recognition as a state. At the time of its formation, Bombay had people speaking languages such as Marathi, Gujarati, Konkani, and Kutchi.

On this day, the state government and private sector launch various new projects. But since the last year due to the covid-19 surge, the foundation day is observed simply only with ceremonies for unfurling the national flag organized at various district headquarters.

WHY IS  MAHARASHTRA  DAY CELEBRATED ON 1 MAY? 

In the year 1960, Maharashtra and Gujarat were carved out of the state of Bombay under the States Reorganisation Act, of 1956. The state of Maharashtra came into existence on this day – 62 years ago – after major protests by Marathi-speaking people for a separate state.

SIGNIFICANCE OF MAHARASHTRA DAY:

 Maharashtra observes May 1 as a public holiday. Educational institutes, banks, government offices, and several establishments remain shut as people celebrate their culture. Liquor sales across the state are also reportedly prohibited on Maharashtra Diwas. 

ABOUT MAHARASHTRA: 

The state is one of the biggest states of India and occupies a large portion of the Deccan plain in the westerly peninsular section of the subcontinent. Its appearance somewhat resembles a triangular share, with 450 miles i.e 725 km west coast forming a base and its inside narrowing to an apex about 500 miles i.e 800 km on the east.

Maharashtra state is surrounded by the Indian states of Gujarat to the north-west, Madhya Pradesh state to the north, Chhattisgarh state to the east, Telangana state to the southeast, Karnataka state to the south, and Goa state to the south-west and the union territory namely Dadra and Nagar Haveli including the Arabian Sea to its west.

 

WISHESH:

  • Let us be proud of our culture and our Maharashtrian heritage. Happy Maharashtra Divas
  • May this auspicious day lead us down the path of faith, freedom, peace, and harmony. A Happy Maharashtra Diwas or Day.
  • Let us join hands to embrace happiness, peace, harmony, and brotherhood. Jai Maharashtra.
  • May we, as residents of Maharashtra, continue our state’s progress and development. 
  • महाराष्ट्रातील माझ्या सर्व बंधू आणि भगिनींना महाराष्ट्र राज्य स्थापना दिवसाच्या हार्दिक शुभेच्छा..! 

Conclusion:

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