Himachal Pradesh Day On April 15, 2026, Himachal Pradesh celebrates its 79th Foundation Day. Himachal Pradesh Day is celebrated annually on April 15th to commemorate the formation of the state of Himachal Pradesh. On April 15, 1948, Himachal Pradesh was constituted as a 'Chief Commissioner's Province.' Following the enactment of the Constitution of India, it became a 'Part C' state on January 26, 1950. Subsequently, on November 1, 1956, it was converted into a Union Territory. In 1966, it was expanded through the merger of the hilly areas of the state of Punjab. Finally, under the Himachal Pradesh Statehood Act of 1970, it attained full statehood status as the 18th state of India on January 25, 1971. Current Facts Subhas Chandra Bose Equality, Pragmatism, and Vision Equality in Action: Policies and Praxis Samyavada as Social Experiment Subhas Chandra Bose treated India as a laboratory for Samyavada (synthesis of equality and socialism). Emphasised secular, scientific training to eliminate caste, communalism, and gender inequality. Early Socialist Programme (1931) At the All-India Naujawan Bharat Sabha, proposed Abolition of caste system, Removal of superstition and Organisation of peasants, workers, and women on socialist lines Military Reforms in INA Abolished caste/ethnic-based “class companies” used by British. Promoted unity across religions and communities in the Indian National Army. National Unity in Practice Advocated Hindu-Muslim-Sikh unity as brothers-in-arms. Promoted inclusive slogans like “Jai Hind” over divisive symbols. Used a Hindustani version of Jana Gana Mana as INA anthem. Equality in Governance Provisional Government of Azad Hind guaranteed: Religious liberty, Equal rights and opportunities and National unity beyond colonial divisions Women’s Empowerment Recognised active role of women in freedom struggle. Established Rani of Jhansi Regiment. Called for mass participation of women in nation-building. Workers’ Rights and Socialism Advocated: Right to work, Right to a living wage Positioned himself…
