State Reorganization Commission Report
Presented to the Government of India
July 1955
Prime Minister, Honorable Members of the Cabinet,
The State Reorganization Commission, established in 1952 under the leadership of Justice Fazal Ali, along with K.M. Panikkar and H.N. Kunzru, submits this comprehensive report after three years of rigorous research, consultations, and deliberations.
The aim of this commission has been to restructure India's states based on linguistic, cultural, and administrative factors, thereby ensuring greater unity, administrative efficiency, and representation.
The additional task of integrating newly merged territories, such as Nepal and Gilgit-Baltistan, has been handled with utmost sensitivity and pragmatism to maintain India's sovereignty and inclusivity.
Guiding Principles
The following principles guided the commission's work:
