Arunachal Pradesh state formation date 2023: Earlier, during the British colonial period, it was known as the North East Frontier Agency and the area was a part of Assam. In 1972, it became a Union Territory of India.
The capital of Arunachal Pradesh is Itanagar, where the celebration will be held at IG Park. Home Minister Amit Shah will lay the foundation stone for the new headquarters of Arunachal Pradesh Police. The Industrial Investment Policy 2020 will also be launched by Amit Shah and inaugurated the Joram Koloriang Road constructed by the Border Roads Organization (BRO).
My warm greetings to my countrymen on the glorious 37th Statehood Day of Arunachal Pradesh.
We are very proud of the strides the state has made by making an important contribution to India’s growth. I applaud our shared determination, resilience and commitment to the prosperity of all. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/qNoeblasWX
— Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (@PemaKhanduBJP)
February 20, 2023
On the state’s foundation day, wishes to the people of Arunachal Pradesh, a state synonymous with dynamism and patriotism. The people of the state have contributed to India’s progress in many fields. I pray that Arunachal Pradesh will continue to make progress to new heights in the years to come.
– Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)
February 20, 2023
The name of the state is mentioned in ancient Hindu literature including Kalika-Purana and in several epic poems such as Mahabharata and Ramayana.
Arunachal Pradesh State Formation Day 2023: Wishes, messages, greetings, status etc.
Arunachal Pradesh: Facts at a Glance
Area: 83,743 km2
Population (2011 Census): 13,82,611 *
Capital: Itanagar
Main languages: Monpa, Miji, Aka, Sherdukpen, Nyishi, Apatani, Tagin, Hill Miri, Adi, Digaru-Mismi, Idu-Mishmi, Khamti, Miju-Mishmi, Nocte, Tangsa and Wancho.
Arunachal Pradesh: History
On February 20, 1987, Arunachal Pradesh became a full-fledged state. It was known as the North East Frontier Agency (NEFA) until 1972. On 20 January 1972, it acquired Union Territory status and was renamed Arunachal Pradesh.
An elected Legislative Council was established on 15 August 1975 and the first Council of Ministers took office. In February 1978, the first general elections to the National Assembly were held. For proper management, the state is divided into 16 districts. Itanagar in Papum Para district is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh. Let us tell you that the name of Itanagar is kept after the name of Ita fort, meaning brick fort built in the 14th century AD.
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As the state’s name is mentioned in ancient literature and epics, the place is also known as the Prabhu Mountains of the Puranas. At this place, sage Parshuram atoned for his sins, sage Vyasa meditated, king Bismaka established his kingdom and Lord Krishna married Rukmini. Archaeological sites are scattered in several parts of Arunachal Pradesh, making it rich in cultural heritage.
Arunachal Pradesh: Geography
Arunachal Pradesh is carved from Assam. To the west, it borders the kingdom of Bhutan, to the north with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, to the south and southeast with Myanmar (Burma) and Nagaland and to the south and southwest by Assam.
Arunachal Pradesh: Rivers and Land
Brahmaputra and its tributaries are the major rivers of the state. In the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, the Brahmaputra is known as Tsangpo and Dihang or Siang in Arunachal Pradesh, where it flows east from Lake Mansarovar in Tibet before falling south through the Himalayas into north-central Arunachal Pradesh. Let us tell you the tributaries of Brahmaputra river are Dibang (Sikang), Lohit, Subansiri, Kameng and Tirap.
Soil types depend on the terrain. In general, it is acidic and in mountainous areas it is susceptible to erosion. The main types of soils found are inceptisols, entisols and ultisols. Rich alluvial soils found around river valleys are good for agriculture.
Arunachal Pradesh: Agriculture and Horticulture
Most of the population of Arunachal Pradesh is largely dependent on jhum crop agriculture. People are also encouraged to grow other commercial crops such as potatoes and horticultural crops such as apples, oranges and pineapples.
Arunachal Pradesh: Folk dance
Several festivals are celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh and some of them are as follows: Mopin and Solung of Adis, Lossar of Monpas and Boori-boot of Hill Miris, Sherdukpens, Dree of Apatanis, Si-Donyi of Tagins, Reh of ldu -Mishmis, Nyokum of the Nish, etc. The common ritual performed by the people of Arunachal Pradesh during most of the festivals is animal sacrifice.
Arunachal Pradesh: Industries and Minerals
In 1991, APMDTCL was established for the conservation and exploration of vast minerals. Later, APMDTCL took over the Namchik-Namphuk coal mine. There are two Industrial Training Institutes at Roing and Daporijo to train craftsmen in different trades.
Arunachal Pradesh: Transport and Tourism Centre
It has 330 km of national highways. The tourist places in Arunachal Pradesh are as follows: Tawang, Dirang, Bomdila, Tipi, Itanagar Malinithan, Likabali, Pasighat, Together, Tezu, Miao, Roing, Daporijo Namdapha, Bhismaknagar, Parashurarn Kund and Khonsa.
So, now we know that Arunachal Pradesh acquired the status of Union Territory on 20 February 1972 and so Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day is celebrated on 20 February every year.
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