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Historical Event on 10/6/1997

I. K. Gujral, PM, begins visit to South Africa, which was the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister.

Other Historical Dates and Events
10/6/1997Mughal Emperor Akbar was proclaimed as successor of Humayun at the age of tewelve years at Kalanur, Gurudaspur district, Punjab. Akbar (1542-1605), grandson of Babur, became third Mughal Emperor at the age of 13 years. He de-established Islam as state religion and declared himself impartial ruler of Hindus and Muslims. He also encouraged Art, Culture and Religious Tolerance.
11/9/1997Film Federation of India chooses Malayalam film 'Guru' as official entry for Oscar awards.
11/12/1996Over 350 people die in mid-air collision in Bhiwani district, Haryana.
9/30/1997At least 20 civilians were killed and over 30 injured in unprovoked firing by Pakistani troops on Kargil town in Jammu&Kashmir.
1/10/1888Marathas were defeated in the third and last war against the British at Rampura.
2/21/1987Pakistan President Gen. Zia visits India.
2/2/1956The president inaugurated the Bhoodan padyatra led by Dr. Sushila Nayar.
1/26/1965Hindi Language is accepted as National language of India.
3/3/1997Bill Gates, Microsoft Chairman, arrives in New Delhi.
11/20/1990Mulayam Singh Yadav's JD (S) ministry wins a confidence motion (224-146) with the help of Congress (I) in Uttar Pradesh.