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Uttarakhand Foundation Day 2024: Date, history, and significance—all you need to know

Uttarakhand Foundation Day 2024: Originally known as Uttaranchal, it formed the 27th state of India, with the name being officially changed to Uttarakhand in 2007.

Uttarakhand Foundation Day 2024: The first demands for a separate hill state go back as far as the early 19th century, while Uttarakhand became an entity only in 2000.(Wikimedia Commons)

Uttarakhand Foundation Day is a celebration of the foundation of one of India’s picturesque and culturally rich states, Uttarakhand.

Also known as Uttarakhand Diwas, this day commemorates the establishment of Uttarakhand as a separate Indian state.

Uttarakhand is commonly referred to as the “Land of the Gods (Devbhumi),” due to several Hindu pilgrimage sites in the state.

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In addition to being a reminder of the state’s journey to statehood, the day also marks a tribute to its heritage, resilience, and the people’s pride in their cultural identity.

Uttrakhand Foundation Day 2024: Date, History, and Significance

Uttarakhand Foundation Day is annually celebrated on November 9, and in 2024, it marks the 24th anniversary of the formation of the state, falling on Saturday.

The state of Uttarakhand was formed on November 9, 2000, after a prolonged struggle by the people of the region, who sought a separate state due to cultural, geographic, and administrative differences from Uttar Pradesh.

Originally known as Uttaranchal, it formed the 27th state of India, with the name being officially changed to Uttarakhand in 2007.

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The day holds great importance for the people of Uttarakhand, symbolising their resilience, cultural heritage, and pride in their unique identity.

Uttarakhand Day is celebrated with various cultural programs, parades, and events across the state, showcasing its diverse customs, traditional dances, and folk music.

This day also serves as a reminder of the region’s journey towards development while preserving its unique Himalayan ecology and cultural heritage.

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