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May 1 is celebrated with enthusiasm as the foundation of two states- Maharashtra and Gujarat. (Representative image shutterstock)
Maharashtra Diwas and Gujarat Diwas 2023: May 1 is celebrated in the two states of Maharashtra and Gujarat with several events, parades and celebrations
Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day 2023: May 1 is known globally as International Labor Day. But for the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat, the day holds historical significance and is celebrated as Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day. The day is celebrated with enthusiasm as the foundation of both the states was laid on this day 67 years ago.
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The day is celebrated in both the states with many parades, events and celebrations in the two states. In Maharashtra, the main function is held at Shivaji Park in Dadar. And in Gujarat, the main event is held at the Sabarmati Falls. These events highlight the culture and traditions of both the states. This day is declared a public holiday in Maharashtra.
Origin of Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day
After the Indian Constitution came into effect, the country was divided into states on the basis of linguistic boundaries. Under the States Recognition Act, 1956, Bombay was recognized as a state. At the time of Bombay’s formation, there were people speaking languages like Marathi, Gujarati, Konkani and Kutchi.
This amalgamation of various local languages into one state resulted in uproar and distress. Due to these linguistic differences, the sanctity of the state was getting hit again and again. Movements began demanding the separation of states with Gujarati and Kutchi speaking people and those with Marathi and Konkani speaking people. The Samyukta Maharashtra movement and the Mahagujarat movement became the face of these demands.
Seeing the momentum of protests in various corners of the state, the Government of India decided to frame the Bombay Reorganization Act. After it was passed in Parliament, Bombay State was divided into Maharashtra and Gujarat. The law got a green signal on May 1, 1960, and since then, the day is celebrated separately in the two states as Maharashtra and Gujarat Day.
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