It was in the year 1960 when the state of Bombay was divided to create two news states namely Maharashtra and Gujarat.
May 1st is celebrated as foundation day of two states- Maharashtra and Gujarat.
It was in the year 1960 when the state of Bombay was divided to create two news states namely Maharashtra and Gujarat. It was under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 that the boundaries of the state were defined.
From speeches to colourful parades, both the states celebrate this day with lot of enthusiasm. Most schools, colleges, offices remain closed on this day under the jurisdiction of the State and Central Government.
In Maharashtra, the day is commemorated with a parade at Shivaji Park, Dadar, where the Governor of Maharashtra makes a speech.
President Ram Nath Kovind, PM Narendra Modi and politicians from various parties extended their greetings to the people on this occasion.
1. President Kovind wished people on Maharashtra Day, Gujarat day
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President Kovind wished people on Maharashtra Day, Gujarat day.
Greetings to the people of Gujarat on statehood day. May the state continue to develop and prosper in the years to come. My best wishes to the people of Gujarat for a bright future #PresidentKovind
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) May 1, 2019
On Maharashtra Day, greetings and good wishes to the people of Maharashtra. May the state scale newer heights of development in the years to come #PresidentKovind
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) May 1, 2019
2. PM Modi took Twitter to wish nation
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PM Modi took Twitter to wish nation on Maharashtra Day, Gujarat day.
Best wishes to the people of Gujarat on Gujarat Diwas. In all spheres, people from the state have made outstanding contributions.
— Chowkidar Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 1, 2019
Gujaratis are known for their courage, innovation and spirit of enterprise. May Gujarat scale new heights of glory.
Jai Jai Garvi Gujarat!
Greetings to my sisters and brothers of Maharashtra on the state’s Foundation Day.
— Chowkidar Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 1, 2019
Maharashtra is a land of revolutionaries and reformers who have enriched India’s progress. Praying for the continued growth of the state in the times to come.
Jai Maharashtra!
3. Congress President Rahul Gandhi wished people
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My best wishes and greetings to the people of Maharashtra on #MaharashtraDay
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 1, 2019
My best wishes and greetings to the people of Gujarat on #GujaratDay.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 1, 2019
4. Rajyavardhan Rathore greetings on Maharashtra Day, Gujarat day
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ગૌરવશાળી રાજ્ય ગુજરાત ના સ્થાપનાદિન નિમિત્તે સહુ કોઈ ગુજરાતી ભાઈ બહેનોને હાર્દિક શુભેચ્છા! રાજ્ય સતત સફળતા ના નવા શિખરો સર કરે તેવી શુભકામના! #GujaratDay
— Chowkidar Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) May 1, 2019
महाराष्ट्र दिनाच्या संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्राच्या जनतेस हार्दिक शुभेच्छा। अत्यंत प्रगतिशील आणि वैविध्यपूर्ण संस्कृतीला जोपासणारया ह्या महान राष्ट्राची समृद्धि आणि विकास सदैव वाढत रहावा!#MaharashtraDay
— Chowkidar Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) May 1, 2019
5. Suresh Prabhu' greetings
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It is an honor to celebrate the progress, pride and prosperity of a land that has given the nation many reasons to bask in its glory!
— Chowkidar Suresh Prabhu (@sureshpprabhu) May 1, 2019
On the occasion Maharashtra Day, I salute this great land and it is many brave soldiers of solidarity! #MaharashtraDay#maharashtraday2019 pic.twitter.com/HYpgcArEaC
On Gujarat’s Statehood Day, praying for continuous progress and prosperity of the state. May the state scale new heights and contribute to the development of our nation.#GujaratDay
— Chowkidar Suresh Prabhu (@sureshpprabhu) May 1, 2019
6. Piyush Goyal wished nation on Maharashtra Day, Gujarat day
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On #GujaratDay, my best wishes to the people of Gujarat. May the state continue to prosper and contribute in Nation's progress.
— Chowkidar Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) May 1, 2019
ગુજરાત રાજ્ય ના સ્થાપના દિવસ ની ગુજરાતની પ્રજાને અનેકો શુભેચ્છાઓ.
ગુજરાત રાજ્ય ખૂબ પ્રગતિ કરે અને રાષ્ટ્રના વિકાસ માં યોગદાન આપતું રહે એવી શુભકામના.
On #MaharashtraDay, my greetings to the people of Maharashtra. May the culturally rich state scale new heights of progress.
— Chowkidar Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) May 1, 2019
महाराष्ट्र दिनानिमित्त सर्व महाराष्ट्रीय बांधवांना माझ्या हार्दिक शुभेच्छा. आपली समृद्ध संस्कृती जोपासताना राज्य समृद्धीची आणखी उच्च पातळी पादाक्रांत करो.
