Telangana Governor and CM KCR extended greetings to the people on the eve of the state's 10th Formation Day on June 2.
Telangana ('Land of Telugus') is the 29th and youngest state of India that got separated from Andhra Pradesh on June 2nd, 2014.
The name "Telangana" refers to the presence of three ancient Shiva Temples at Kaleshwaram, Srisailam, and Draksharamam.
Telangana region has been ruled by great dynasties such as Sathavahanas, Kakatiyas, Chalukyas, Mughals, Qutubshahis, Asafjahis.
Telangana is the 12th largest and most populous state in India, and would rank 33rd in the world if it were a country.
Before 1948, Telangana was part of Hyderabad Princely State under Nizams.
India took over the Hyderabad Princely State from Nizams in 1948.
The demand for a separate state dates back to 1956 when Andhra Pradesh was formed.
Telangana recorded the highest per capita income of Rs 2,75,443 in FY22.
Telangana is a major IT hub in India, with Hyderabad city generating 1.83 lakh crores worth of IT exports in 2022-23.
Telangana also boasts of the world’s largest multi-stage lift irrigation project, Kaleshwaram