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Historical Event on 5/16/1945

Prahraj Gopalchandra, modern author of Oria language, passed away.

Other Historical Dates and Events
7/2/1999The Indian Army launches a three pronged attack on Kargil. India is firm on Pakistan pullout from the area.
4/14/1916Commandur Rajagopalachari Rangachari, cricketer (India 1947-48), was born at Mamandur, Tamil Nadu.
6/29/1998Government decides to grant full statehood for Delhi and create three new States namely Uttaranchal, Vananchal and Chattisgarh.
1/19/1997Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad arrives in India on a 4-day visit.
5/18/1946Gandhiji discusses Plan with Cabinet Mission.
9/23/1980Indira Gandhi gains power to imprison without trial.
2/14/1922Bhimsen Joshi, great singer and composer, was born.
7/29/1884Tyagraj Paramshiv Kailasam, leading playwright of Kannad language, was born.
7/29/1884Akbar captured Ahmednagar.
6/6/1969Sunil Bandacharya Joshi, cricketer (Indian Test left-arm spinner 1996), was born in Gadag.