Rajasthan, the land of valor, glory, and royal grandeur, is set to celebrate its 76th Foundation Day on March 30, 2025. Famous for its historical heritage and magnificent palaces, Rajasthan is the largest state in India. To mark over seven decades of the state's formation, cultural and developmental programs will be held across various cities from March 25th to March 31st.
The Story of Rajasthan's Formation
Rajasthan's formation journey began on June 3, 1947, with the announcement of India's independence and partition. At that time, Rajasthan was divided into 19 princely states and three chiefdoms. The merger of these princely states into a unified Rajasthan took place over several years in seven phases. Rajasthan's final form emerged on March 30, 1949.
The Role of Sardar Patel
After independence, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and V.P. Menon played crucial roles in the integration of the princely states. They set two primary conditions for integration: a population exceeding one lakh and an annual income exceeding one crore rupees. Major princely states like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, and Bikaner, fulfilling these conditions, opted for merger with India, while some states like Dungarpur and Bharatpur initially showed reluctance.
Phases of Rajasthan's Integration
Rajasthan's integration occurred in seven phases:
Matsya Union (March 17, 1948)
Rajasthan Union (March 25, 1948)
United Rajasthan (April 18, 1948)
Greater Rajasthan (March 30, 1949)
United Greater Rajasthan (May 15, 1949)
United Rajasthan (January 26, 1950)
Reorganized Rajasthan (November 1, 1956)
Special Programs for Rajasthan Day 2025
To mark the 76th celebration of Rajasthan Day, the state government has planned a week-long event:
March 25 (Barmer): Women's Conference and DBT transfer of ₹7.50 crore under the Ladli Incentive Scheme.
March 26 (Bikaner): Farmers' Conference and FPO Fair, distributing grants of ₹137 crore to 30,000 farmers.
March 27 (Bharatpur): Antyodaya Kalyan Samaroha, launch of the e-work portal, and distribution of assistive devices to the differently-abled.
March 28 (Bhilwara): Development and Good Governance Festival, launch of the Green Aravali Development Project.
March 29 (Kota): Youth and Employment Festival, appointment letters to 7,000 youth and unveiling of new employment policies.
March 30 (Jaipur - Albert Hall): Grand cultural program featuring folk performances.
March 31 (Jaipur): Rising Rajasthan event, foundation stone laying ceremony for investment projects worth ₹3 lakh crore.
Rajasthan Day 2025 not only showcases the state's glorious past but also symbolizes its progressive future. As these celebrations unfold, Rajasthan will continue to shine as a beacon of unity and cultural heritage.
