1. Arunachal Pradesh
Area: 83,743 sq km
Historic Name: NEFA
Nickname: Land of the Rising Sun
Highest Peak: Kangto (7,060 m)
history History & Statehood
- Historically inhabited by numerous indigenous tribes.
- Came under British administration as the North-East Frontier Agency (NEFA) in 1914.
- Granted Union Territory status and renamed Arunachal Pradesh on January 21, 1972.
- Achieved full statehood on February 20, 1987, as the 24th state of India.
celebration Festivals
- Tribal Festivals: Losar (Monpa), Solung (Adi), Dree (Apatani), Nyokum (Nyishi), Sangken (Khamti).
- Modern Festivals: Ziro Music Festival, Pangsau Pass Winter Festival.
groups Major Tribes
Adi, Apatani, Nyishi, Monpa, Tangsa, Wancho, Nocte, Mishmi, Sherdukpen, and many others.
68.8%
Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 68.8% of the state's population (2011 Census).
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: Pema Khandu
- Governor: Lt. Gen. Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik (Retd.)
- Assembly Seats: 60 | Lok Sabha: 2 | Rajya Sabha: 1
2. Assam
Area: 78,438 sq km
Historic Names: Pragjyotisha, Kamarupa
Nickname: Tea Capital of India
Largest River Island: Majuli
history History & Statehood
- Known as Pragjyotisha or Kamarupa in ancient times.
- The Ahom dynasty ruled for nearly 600 years (1228-1826 AD).
- Annexed by the British East India Company via the Treaty of Yandabo in 1826.
- Became a constituent state of India post-independence.
celebration Festivals
- Bihu: Rongali (New Year), Magh (Harvest), and Kati (Autumn).
- Other Major Festivals: Ambubachi Mela, Me-Dam-Me-Phi, Baishagu (Bodo).
park National Parks
Kaziranga National Park & Manas National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Sites).
Orang, Nameri, Dibru-Saikhowa, Raimona, and Dehing Patkai National Parks.
12.4%
Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 12.4% of Assam's population (2011 Census).
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Governor: Gulab Chand Kataria
- Assembly Seats: 126 | Lok Sabha: 14 | Rajya Sabha: 7
3. Manipur
Area: 22,327 sq km
Historic Name: Kangleipak
Nickname: Jewel of India
Unique Feature: Keibul Lamjao, the world's only floating national park.
history History & Statehood
- Ancient kingdom of Kangleipak with recorded history from 33 AD.
- Became a princely state under British paramountcy after the Anglo-Manipur War of 1891.
- Merged with the Indian Union on October 15, 1949.
- Attained full statehood on January 21, 1972.
celebration Festivals
- Lai Haraoba, Cheiraoba (New Year), Yaoshang (Holi), Ningol Chakouba, Kut (Kuki-Chin-Mizo).
groups Major Communities
Meitei (valley majority), Naga tribes (Tangkhul, Mao, etc.), and Kuki-Chin tribes (Thadou, Hmar, etc.).
40.9%
Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 40.9% of Manipur's population (2011 Census).
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: N. Biren Singh
- Governor: Anusuiya Uikey
- Assembly Seats: 60 | Lok Sabha: 2 | Rajya Sabha: 1
4. Meghalaya
Area: 22,429 sq km
Nickname: Abode of Clouds
Unique Feature: Living Root Bridges & Matrilineal Society
Wettest Place: Mawsynram (avg. 11,872 mm rain)
history History & Statehood
- Historically inhabited by Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia tribes.
- Became an autonomous state within Assam in 1970.
- Granted full statehood on January 21, 1972.
celebration Festivals
- Khasi: Nongkrem Dance, Shad Suk Mynsiem.
- Garo: Wangala (Hundred Drums Festival).
- Jaintia: Behdeinkhlam.
groups Major Tribes
Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia are the three major matrilineal communities.
86.1%
Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 86.1% of Meghalaya's population (2011 Census).
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: Conrad Sangma
- Governor: Phagu Chauhan
- Assembly Seats: 60 | Lok Sabha: 2 | Rajya Sabha: 1
5. Mizoram
Area: 21,081 sq km
Historic Name: Lushai Hills District
Nickname: Land of the Hill People
Highest Literacy: 91.33% (2011), among the highest in India.
history History & Statehood
- The Mizo people migrated from the Chin Hills of Myanmar in the 17th-18th centuries.
- Insurgency by the Mizo National Front (MNF) began in 1966.
- Became a Union Territory on January 21, 1972.
- Achieved statehood on February 20, 1987, after the historic Mizo Accord of 1986.
celebration Festivals
- Kut Festivals: Chapchar Kut (most important), Mim Kut, Pawl Kut.
- Other Festivals: Anthurium Festival.
94.4%
Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 94.4% of the population (2011 Census), the highest in India.
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: Lalduhoma
- Governor: Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati
- Assembly Seats: 40 | Lok Sabha: 1 | Rajya Sabha: 1
6. Nagaland
Area: 16,579 sq km
Historic Name: Naga Hills District
Nickname: Land of Festivals
Highest Peak: Mt. Saramati (3,841 m)
history History & Statehood
- Site of the pivotal Battle of Kohima (1944) in WWII.
- A strong Naga nationalist movement emerged post-independence.
- Formally inaugurated as the 16th state of India on December 1, 1963, after the 16-Point Agreement.
celebration Festivals
- Hornbill Festival: The "Festival of Festivals," held annually from Dec 1-10.
- Tribal Festivals: Sekrenyi (Angami), Moatsü Mong (Ao), Aoleang (Konyak), Tuluni (Sumi).
86.5%
Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 86.5% of Nagaland's population (2011 Census).
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: Neiphiu Rio
- Governor: La. Ganesan
- Assembly Seats: 60 | Lok Sabha: 1 | Rajya Sabha: 1
7. Tripura
Area: 10,491 sq km
Historic Name: Kirat Desh
State Animal: Phayre's Langur
Official Languages: Bengali, Kokborok
history History & Statehood
- Ruled for centuries by the Manikya Dynasty as an independent kingdom.
- Acceded to India after the Tripura Merger Agreement on September 9, 1949.
- Became a Union Territory in 1956.
- Achieved full statehood on January 21, 1972.
celebration Festivals
- Garia Puja & Kharchi Puja: Major indigenous festivals.
- Ker Festival: Traditional tribal festival.
- Durga Puja: Widely celebrated by the Bengali community.
eco GI Tags
Tripura Queen Pineapple, Rignai Pachara & Risa (textiles), Matabari Pera Prasad.
account_balance Government & Legislature
- CM: Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha
- Governor: Nallu Indrasena Reddy
- Assembly Seats: 60 | Lok Sabha: 2 | Rajya Sabha: 1
