01 November 2020 –
Madhya Pradesh, the second largest state in the country in area and sixth-largest in terms of population, was formed on Nov 1, 1956. Madhya Pradesh is also known as the ‘heart of India’. The historical name of Madhya Pradesh is Malwa. After India’s independence, Madhya Pradesh state was created with Nagpur as its capital. Madhya Pradesh will be celebrating its 65th Foundation Day today, November 1, 2020.
Governor – Anandiben Patel
Chief Minister – Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Capital – Bhopal
Animal – Barasingha
Population: 7.33 crores (2012)