<P> The state of Maharashtra and Gujarat were formed as a result of this movement according to the Bombay Reorganisation Act, 1960 enacted by the Parliament of India on 25 April 1960 . The act came into effect on 1 May 1960, hence the reason of annual celebration . </P> <P> Every year the Government of Maharashtra issues a notification declaring the 1st of May to be a public holiday to be celebrated as Maharashtra Day . This holiday applies to all the schools, offices and companies under the jurisdiction of the State and central Government celebrate this day by organising various programmes . </P> <P> Every year a parade is held at Shivaji Park where the Governor of Maharashtra makes a speech . </P> <P> Liquor sales to Indians are prohibited on this day across Maharashtra, excluding foreigners . </P>

Who inaugurated the maharashtra state ceremony on 1st may 1960