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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Apr 16, 2026

Himachal Day 2026 Observed on 15 April

Himachal Day 2026 will be observed on 15 April 2026. It marks the historic formation of Himachal Pradesh in 1948 after the merger of several princely states into one administrative unit following India’s independence. The formation timeline includes 1948 as a centrally administered region, 1950 as a Union Territory, and 25 January 1971 when Himachal Pradesh attained full statehood as India’s 18th state. The state is renowned for its Himalayan landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The day commemorates the unification of princely states such as Chamba, Mandi, and Sirmaur into a single governance framework, laying the foundation for modern Himachal Pradesh.

Himachal Day 2026 observed on 15 April 2026.
1948: formation after merger of princely states; 1950: UT; 1971: statehood.
Chamba, Mandi, and Sirmaur cited among merged regions.
Day celebrates Himachal Pradesh’s Himalayan landscapes and culture.

Apr 15, 2026

Bohag Bihu 2026 celebrated on 14 April 2026

Bohag Bihu, also called Rongali Bihu, is celebrated in Assam on 14 April 2026 to mark the start of the Hindu solar new year and the harvest season. The festival features Jalpaan, a simple breakfast of rice, curd and jaggery, along with purification rituals, elder blessings and family gatherings. Songs, dances and community feasts are common during the celebrations, reflecting Assam’s cultural identity and agrarian calendar. The day is observed with hospitality, traditional attire, and vibrant cultural performances that accompany the region’s springtime festivities.

Bohag Bihu (Rongali Bihu) celebrated on 14 April 2026 in Assam.
Marks the start of the Hindu solar new year and harvest season.
Customs include Jalpaan (rice, curd, jaggery) and elder blessings.
Cultural programs feature songs, dances and feasts.
Festival reinforces Assamese cultural identity.

Apr 13, 2026

CPA Zone VII Conference in Goa Concludes; Focus on Women and Youth in Governance

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Zone VII Conference concluded in Goa on 10 April 2026. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged greater women representation and stronger youth participation in policymaking from grassroots to Parliament. The two‑day meeting brought together 51 Zone VII legislators to discuss trade, sustainable development and the blue economy, with exchanges on governance challenges and parliamentary practices to strengthen democracy. The closure emphasized practical steps for regional collaboration and openness in governance. Officials highlighted the need to expand women’s leadership within policymaking and to foster continued dialogue among states and regions.

Dates: conference ended on 10 April 2026; location: Goa.
Participants: 51 Zone VII legislators; key speaker: Om Birla.
Main themes: women representation, youth participation, governance reforms.
Discussed topics: trade, sustainable development, blue economy.
Outcome: renewed emphasis on regional parliamentary cooperation.

Apr 12, 2026

Kerala Assembly elections held on 9 April 2026; counting on 4 May 2026

Polling for the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly was held in a single phase on 9 April 2026 across 140 constituencies. The Election Commission of India announced the schedule earlier in April, and turnout was around 78 percent. Counting of votes is scheduled for 4 May 2026. The election pitted the Left Democratic Front led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan against the United Democratic Front led by Congress, with NDA and regional parties contesting. National leaders visited Kerala during the campaign, underscoring the poll's significance for both state and national politics.

Polling date: 9 April 2026 for 140 seats.
Turnout: approximately 78 percent.
Counting date: 4 May 2026.
Main contenders: LDF (Vijayan) vs. UDF (Congress).
Campaign activity: visits by national leaders.
Significance: potential impact on state and national politics.

Apr 11, 2026

Kerala, Assam and Puducherry hold elections on 9 April 2026; results on 4 May

India’s states of Kerala, Assam and the union territory of Puducherry voted on 9 April 2026 in a significant round of assembly elections. The Election Commission fixed polling in Kerala and Puducherry on 9 April, with counting anticipated by 4 May 2026. Campaigns covered local governance issues alongside national concerns, with Kerala's traditional LDF versus UDF contest and Assam’s evolving political dynamics drawing particular attention. The results on 4 May will determine which parties form governments in these key regions and may influence the broader political arithmetic in the country.

Polling held on 9 April 2026 in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry.
Counting planned for 4 May 2026.
Kerala’s LDF vs UDF contest; Assam's evolving political scene.
Outcomes may affect national political dynamics.
ECI administered and monitored polls.

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