On March 28, 2025, Haryana officially adopted "Jai Jai Jai Haryana" as its state song, penned by Balkrishan Sharma and composed by Paras Chopra.

The RRTS corridor aims to connect Delhi to Meerut via Ghaziabad. It is a high-speed rail project that will boost urban mobility. Once completed, travel time will significantly reduce.

Coniferous forests are found in the Shiwalik hills of the state where chir is the main species, along with amla, khair and some scattered trees of terminalias.

Dry Deciduoud Scrub forests are mostly found in Kandi tract with predominant species like khair. Indian rosewood, silk cotton tree, amla, Indian ash tree, Indian mahogany, amaltas, etc.

Vindhyavasini Temple in Mirzapur is one of the Shaktipeeths, dedicated to Goddess Durga. It is a major pilgrimage center in eastern UP. Devotees visit especially during Navratri festivals

Western UP has fertile soil ideal for sugarcane cultivation. It supports many sugar mills and is a key contributor to India's sugar output. Farmers in regions like Meerut, Muzaffarnagar depend on it.

The Parijaat Tree in Kintoor village is a rare baobab tree with mythological links. Locals believe it sprouted during the Mahabharata era. It is protected and worshipped by devotees.

Mau is known for its fine handloom weaving, especially Soz fabric. The district supports thousands of weaver families. It exports textiles to international markets.

Bateshwar, in Agra district, holds one of India’s oldest cattle fairs. It also has a series of ancient temples on the Yamuna bank. The fair is culturally and economically important for local herders.

Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat hosts the world-renowned Ganga Aarti. The ritual involves fire, chanting, and music offered to River Ganga. It draws both pilgrims and tourists every evening.

Malihabad, near Lucknow, is famous for Dussehri mangoes. It has vast orchards and contributes significantly to mango exports. The region hosts mango festivals annually.

It is located in Lucknow and specializes in sugarcane breeding and technology. The institute supports UP’s large sugarcane farming community. It contributes to productivity and disease-resistant varieties

Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary is about 70 km from Varanasi. It is home to leopards, chinkaras, and various bird species. The sanctuary features waterfalls and dense forests.

Saharanpur remained a part of Uttar Pradesh; it is not included in Uttarakhand.

Indramani Badoni is referred to as the 'Gandhi of Uttarakhand' for his leadership in the movement for the separate statehood of Uttarakhand.

Due to limited job opportunities in the hill regions, youth migration to metros and other states for work was a growing trend even in 2002.

The PMGSY aimed at connecting rural villages with all-weather roads. In a hilly state like Uttarakhand, this scheme was a key focus area for improving access and development.

Being a hill state with fragile ecosystems, deforestation, landslides, and ecological imbalance were major environmental concerns in 2002.

The Congress emerged as the single largest party in the 2002 elections and formed the government under Narayan Dutt Tiwari.

Uttarakhand has a 70-member Legislative Assembly. All 70 seats were contested in the 2002 election.

The first Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) elections in Uttarakhand were held on February 14, 2002, following the creation of the state in 2000.

In 2002, forest produce such as resin, herbs, and timber generated nearly ₹90 crore annually, showing the importance of forest-based livelihoods in the state’s economy.

These districts were identified for their potential in litchi cultivation and export. Uttarakhand’s agro-climatic conditions support litchi farming, especially in the plains and lower hills.

A large portion of the workforce from Uttarakhand was employed in other states or the armed forces. Their remittances, often sent via money orders, formed a significant part of the state’s income.

Due to its rich biodiversity and scenic beauty, forest-based products and tourism were major contributors to Uttarakhand’s economy in 2002. Industrial development was still in early stages.

Karnal has been declared Haryana’s first solar city under the Smart Cities Mission, aiming to promote renewable energy and reduce dependence on conventional power sources

Maham Deer Park, a significant wildlife sanctuary aimed at conserving deer species, is situated in the Rohtak district of Haryana

The Hathnikund Barrage, crucial for water regulation and irrigation, is constructed on the Yamuna River in Haryana