- 2 June
- Formed in 2014
- Capital Hyderabad
- Bathukamma and Bonalu dances
Where it began
Telangana was part of the old Hyderabad State. In 1956 its Telugu-speaking areas were joined with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh.
Over the following decades, many people in the region asked for a state of their own, and a long movement grew with songs, gatherings and the support of people from all walks of life.
The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act was passed by Parliament in 2014, and Telangana was formed on 2 June 2014 as the 29th state of India at the time.
How it grew over time
Kakatiya times
The Kakatiya kings rule from Warangal and build temples like Ramappa.
1956
Telangana joins with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh.
2014
Parliament passes the Reorganisation Act, and Telangana is formed on 2 June.
Today
The day is a state holiday with celebrations across Telangana.
How it is celebrated in different places
Hyderabad
State functions, lit buildings and cultural programmes in the capital.
Warangal
Programmes celebrate the Kakatiya heritage of the region.
Towns and villages
Flag hoisting, folk songs and food fairs in district towns.
Telangana families abroad
Groups in the US, UK, Gulf and Australia hold gatherings.
Telangana Formation Day moments
Telangana Formation Day today
Flags are hoisted, the state honours achievers, and stages fill with Bathukamma and Bonalu dances, Perini dance and folk songs. Food fairs serve Hyderabadi biryani, sakinalu and other local dishes.
