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Telangana Formation Day 2026: 12 Years of Pride, Identity and Progress

Telangana's official language:  Telugu (with its own dialect).

  • Key cultural symbols:  Bathukamma festival, Bonalu, Perini dance, Gussadi dance.

  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    Q1: When is Telangana Formation Day celebrated?
    A: It is celebrated every year on 2 June.

    Q2: Which number state is Telangana in India?
    A: Telangana is the 29th state of India.

    Q3: What was Telangana part of before 1956?
    A: Before 1956, the Telangana region was part of the princely state of Hyderabad, ruled by the Nizams.

    Q4: Who founded the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS)?
    A: K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) founded the TRS in 2001 to fight for separate statehood.

    Q5: What is the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014?
    A: It is the law passed by Parliament that led to the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and the creation of Telangana as a separate state on 2 June 2014.

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