May 1, 2026 9:37 PM

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Gujarat celebrates 66th Foundation Day with grand ‘Gujarat Gaurav Day’ events in Surat

The 66th foundation day of Gujarat is being celebrated in Surat with grand fervour. The celebrations commenced in the evening with a magnificent police parade at the Y-Junction in the city. Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi witnessed the parade.
 
The diamond city of Surat is witnessing grand state-level celebrations for ‘Gujarat Gaurav Day’ today. The celebrations began today with a grand parade, featuring a disciplined march past and daring motorcycle stunts, which will be followed by a mega cultural event themed ‘Gauravvantu Gujarat’ at the Dumas Sea-face later tonight.
 
Over 250 artists will perform in a light and sound show depicting Surat’s journey from its historical roots to its current status as a global hub. During the ceremony, the ‘Gujarat Garima Awards’ will be conferred upon eminent personalities, and two books documenting the district’s progress will be released.