Arunachal Pradesh Day Explained

Type:state
Holiday Name:Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day
Observedby:Citizens of Arunachal Pradesh
Significance:Formation of Arunachal Pradesh
Date:20 February
Scheduling:same day each year
Duration:1 day
Frequency:Annual

Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day is a state holiday which is observed every year on 20 February to mark the formation of Arunachal Pradesh, India.[1]

History

It was first observed on 20 February 1987 when Arunachal Pradesh was declared as 24th state of India.[2] In 2022, this day was celebrated as 36th State Foundation Day.[3]

References

  1. Web site: 2020-02-20 . Arunachal Pradesh 34th Statehood Day: All you need to know . 2022-12-07 . Jagran Josh.
  2. Web site: 2019-02-19 . Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day . 2022-12-07 . . en.
  3. Web site: Statehood day of Arunachal Pradesh & Mizoram - What are important current affairs facts? - GKToday . 2022-12-07 . General Knowledge Today.