State 01 November 2026
Haryana Day 2026: Celebrating 60 Years of Statehood on November 1
Why in the News?
**Haryana Day 2026** was celebrated on **Sunday, November 1, 2026**, marking the **60th anniversary** of the state's formation in 1966. Haryana was carved out of Punjab on November 1, 1966, to become India's 17th state.
Key Features / Major Points:
- State-Level Celebration & Presidential Visit:
- The flagship official state-level function took place at **Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra**.
- **President Droupadi Murmu** attended as the Chief Guest and inaugurated an exhibition showcasing Haryana’s 60-year developmental journey, achievements in agriculture (Green Revolution), sports, industry, healthcare, and the state’s roadmap under **Haryana Vision 2047**.
- Dignitaries & Observances:
- Attended by Haryana Chief Minister **Nayab Singh Saini** and Governor **Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh**, alongside foundation day greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- President Murmu offered prayers at the **Maa Bhadrakali Temple** and attended a festival marking the centenary of the sacrifice of freedom fighter Swami Shraddhanand.
- Community Celebrations:
- Marked across the state through cultural performances, cycle rallies, and culinary events (*Pakwan Pratiyogita*).
Static GK Facts:
- State of Haryana:
- Formation: **November 1, 1966** (Created as the 17th State of India via the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966 based on the Shah Commission recommendations).
- Capital: **Chandigarh** (Shared with Punjab) | Chief Minister: **Nayab Singh Saini** | Governor: **Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh**.
- State Symbols: State Animal – **Blackbuck** | State Bird – **Black Francolin** | State Flower – **Lotus** | State Tree – **Peepal**.
- Historical Significance of Kurukshetra:
- Known as *Dharmakshetra*, the legendary site of the Mahabharata war and where Lord Krishna delivered the sermon of the *Bhagavad Gita*.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: On which date in 1966 was Haryana officially created as India's 17th state?
A: November 1, 1966
Q: Where was the main official state-level function of Haryana Day 2026 hosted with President Droupadi Murmu as Chief Guest?
A: Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
Q: Who are the current Governor and Chief Minister of Haryana?
A: Governor: Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh | Chief Minister: Nayab Singh Saini
Q: Which commission recommended the reorganization of Punjab to form the state of Haryana in 1966?
A: Shah Commission (headed by Justice J. C. Shah)
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