Andhra Pradesh resumes celebrating State Formation Day after 5 years
Andhra Pradesh celebrated State Formation Day after 5 years with Governor Biswabhusan Harichandan and CM Jagan on Friday evening.
The function kicked off the three-day celebrations, showcased the rich traditions and cultures of Andhra Pradesh.
TDP government had stopped celebrating Andhra Pradesh Formation Day after the bifurcation of the state to create Telangana on June 2, 2014.
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), which came to power in May, decided to revive Formation Day celebrations on November 1.
At the main official function, Jagan Mohan Reddy said they were proud to celebrate the Formation Day since 1956 and recall the contributions made by great personalities.