Madhya Pradesh celebrates 70th Foundation Day with 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh' in Bhopal
Madhya Pradesh marked its 70th Foundation Day on 1 November 2025 with the three-day 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh' celebration at Lal Parade Ground, Bhopal.
Summary
Madhya Pradesh began celebrating its 70th Foundation Day on 1 November 2025 at Lal Parade Ground, Bhopal, with the three-day festival 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh' (1-3 November), organised by the state government. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav opened the event, which included a 2,000-drone show and an 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh' exhibition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the people of the state on its Foundation Day. The new State of Madhya Pradesh was formed on 1 November 1956, the appointed day of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 (Section 9).
Key facts
- Date/place
- 1-3 Nov 2025, Lal Parade Ground, Bhopal
- Edition
- 70th Foundation Day
- Theme
- Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh
- Highlights
- 2,000-drone show; exhibition; crafts and cuisine fairs
- Opened by
- CM Mohan Yadav
- State formed
- 1 Nov 1956, States Reorganisation Act, 1956 (Section 9)
Practice MCQs 3 questions
What was the theme of Madhya Pradesh's 70th Foundation Day celebration in Bhopal (1-3 November 2025)?
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Correct answer: B — Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh
The celebration at Lal Parade Ground, Bhopal, was held under the theme 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh'.
Which Foundation Day did Madhya Pradesh celebrate on 1 November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 70th
Madhya Pradesh celebrated its 70th Foundation Day on 1 November 2025.
The new State of Madhya Pradesh came into being on 1 November 1956 under which law?
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Correct answer: C — States Reorganisation Act, 1956
Section 9 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 formed the new State of Madhya Pradesh; the Act's appointed day was 1 November 1956.