Arunachal Pradesh Day
| Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day | |
|---|---|
| Observed by | Citizens of Arunachal Pradesh |
| Type | State |
| Significance | Formation of Arunachal Pradesh |
| Date | 20 February |
| Next time | 20 February 2025 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| First time | 1987 |
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
[edit]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
[edit]- ^ "Arunachal Pradesh 34th Statehood Day: All you need to know". Jagran Josh. 2020-02-20. Retrieved 2022-12-07.
- ^ "Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day". MyGov.in. 2019-02-19. Retrieved 2022-12-07.
- ^ "Statehood day of Arunachal Pradesh & Mizoram - What are important current affairs facts? - GKToday". General Knowledge Today. Retrieved 2022-12-07.
