Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day are observed in India on May 1, commemorating the foundation anniversaries of the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat, respectively. This date marks the dissolution of Bombay State in 1960, which led to the creation of these two states based on linguistic lines. In Maharashtra, the day is a public holiday, celebrated with various events that highlight the culture, traditions, and language of the region, including a parade at Shivaji Park in Mumbai where the state governor delivers a speech. The state government often launches new programs and initiatives on this day, such as the Marathi language Wikipedia in 2003. In contrast, Gujarat Day is not a public holiday and is celebrated less widely, with residents not receiving a day off on May 1.