This time we are going to know what are the newest states of India. Let's start by mentioning Chhattisgarh, a state that was created in 2000. Chhattisgarh is located in central India, and was formed when 16 of Madhya Pradesh's districts achieved state status.
Jharkhand It was also formed in 2000. It is a state that sits in the east of the nation and previously belonged to the southern part of the state of Bihar.
Uttarakhand It was formed in 2000, and was formerly part of the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Sikkim was formed in 1975. It is a state located in the Himalayas. It is worth noting that it is considered the least populated state in India, and the second smallest in area.
Assam It was also formed in 1975. This state lies in the northeast of India, and its capital is the city of Dispur.
In 1972 it was founded Arunachal Pradesh. You will be interested to know that it borders the state of Assam and Nagaland as well as Burma and Bhutan. Its capital is the city of Itanagar.
Mizoram It was also founded in 1972. It is a state located in the northeast of India, which has an area of 21.081 square kilometers.
Gujarat It was founded in 1970. This state is located to the west of the nation and borders the Arabian Sea, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. It is known locally as the jewel of the west.
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