Maharashtra Day is celebrated on May 1 to commemorate the formation of the state of Maharashtra in 1960, following the division of the Bombay state based on linguistic differences. This day is marked by various celebrations including parades, speeches, and the launch of new projects, while schools and offices remain closed. Liquor sales are prohibited on this day, emphasizing its significance in the state's history and culture.

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It was in the year 1960 when the state of Bombay was divided to create two news
states namely Maharashtra and Gujarat.
May 1 is celebrated as Maharashtra Day. Along with Maharastra Day, Gujarat Day is
also celebrated on May 1 each year as the states of Maharashtra and Gujrat were
formed on May 1.
Maharashtra Day History:

2. In the year 1960, 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.
The core issue was linguistic as there was too much difference between those who
spoke Marathi, Gujarati, and Konkani languages.
The demand for a separate state for Marathi-speaking people began in 1940 itself.
Samyukta Mahasabha Organisation was formed in present-day Mumbai for the
statehood movement.
However, the struggle took a backseat due to Quit India Movement and World War
II. It took more than two decades with many commissions advocating for a separate
state. In the year 1956, then Prime Minister Pt Jawaharlal Nehru announced Bombay
as Union territory for five years. Later, the Lok Sabha passed a resolution for the
bilingual state of Bombay. In March 1960, the Lok Sabha proposes the state
resolution. A month later the resolution on the state of Bombay is approved by the
Lower House. On May 1st, 1960, the state of Maharashtra came into existence with
Bombay as its capital.
From speeches to colorful parades, Maharashtra celebrates this day with a lot of
enthusiasm. Most schools, colleges, offices remain closed on this day under the State
and Central Government jurisdiction. Maharashtra Din is commemorated with a
parade at Shivaji Park, Dadar, where the Governor of Maharashtra makes a speech.
On this day, the state government and private sector launch new projects and
schemes. Liquor sales to Indians are prohibited on Maharashtra Diwas across the
state.
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