Karnataka celebrates Kannada Rajyotsava (Kannada Day) every year on November 1 to mark the formation of the state in 1956 by uniting Kannada-speaking regions. The day is a public holiday in Karnataka and is celebrated with flag hoisting, cultural programs, folk dances, processions, and the presentation of Rajyotsava awards to notable individuals who contributed to the state and Kannada language. Official ceremonies include speeches by the Governor and Chief Minister, and schools and communities engage in language pledges and cultural activities. The iconic red-and-yellow Kannada flag is hoisted statewide, and the state anthem “Jaya Bharatha Jananiya Thanu Jaathe” is sung in unison. The celebration is a joyous occasion that fosters pride in Karnataka’s heritage and its Kannada identity ����.