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Arunachal Pradesh Day

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Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day
Observed byCitizens of Arunachal Pradesh
TypeState
SignificanceFormation of Arunachal Pradesh
Date20 February
Next time20 February 2025 (2025-02-20)
FrequencyAnnual
First time1987; 37 years ago (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

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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

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  1. ^ "Arunachal Pradesh 34th Statehood Day: All you need to know". Jagran Josh. 2020-02-20. Retrieved 2022-12-07.
  2. ^ "Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day". MyGov.in. 2019-02-19. Retrieved 2022-12-07.
  3. ^ "Statehood day of Arunachal Pradesh & Mizoram - What are important current affairs facts? - GKToday". General Knowledge Today. Retrieved 2022-12-07.