8 Indian States That Celebrate Their Formation Day on November 1

By Harshit
November 01, 2025

Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh came into existence on November 1, 2000, after being carved out of Madhya Pradesh, marking a new chapter aimed at advancing the tribal heartland.

Haryana

Haryana was established on November 1, 1966, after being separated from Punjab, forming a new state along linguistic lines that distinguished Hindi and Punjabi speakers.

Punjab

Punjab took its current shape on November 1, 1966, following the creation of Haryana and the transfer of certain regions to Himachal Pradesh.

Karnataka

Originally called Mysore State, Karnataka was formed on November 1, 1956, by uniting Kannada-speaking regions and was later renamed Karnataka in 1973.

Kerala

Kerala came into being on November 1, 1956, through the merger of Travancore, Cochin, and Malabar regions. The state commemorates this day as Kerala Piravi, celebrating its formation.

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh was formed on November 1, 1956, through the merger of Madhya Bharat, Vindhya Pradesh, and Bhopal, emerging as one of India’s largest states.

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh was created on November 1, 1956, by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking regions of the former Hyderabad State, uniting Telugu speakers under one state.

Tamil Nadu

Although Tamil Nadu was originally established as Madras State, it observes its Statehood Day on November 1, celebrating India’s unity in diversity through linguistic and cultural reorganization.

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