24th January is celebrated as Uttar Pradesh Day, also known as UP Diwas, marking the foundation day of the state. On 24 January 1950, the United Provinces was officially renamed Uttar Pradesh. The observance of Uttar Pradesh Day was proposed by the 24th governor, Ram Naik, and was officially adopted by the state government in May 2017. The state celebrates its culture, achievements, and progress on this day with various events and ceremonies across Uttar Pradesh.
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