Festivals & Holidays List 1955
Sunday, 05 June 1955
World Environment Day
Encourages worldwide awareness and action for the protection of the environment.
Tuesday, 21 June 1955
International Day of Yoga
Promotes global awareness of the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of practicing yoga.
Friday, 01 July 1955
National Doctors Day
Honors legendary physician Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
Tuesday, 26 July 1955
Kargil Vijay Diwas
Honors the success of Operation Vijay in 1999 Kargil War.
Monday, 29 August 1955
National Sports Day
Marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
Monday, 05 September 1955
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Thursday, 08 September 1955
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Wednesday, 21 September 1955
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Tuesday, 27 September 1955
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Saturday, 01 October 1955
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Sunday, 16 October 1955
World Food Day
Honors the date of the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Monday, 31 October 1955
National Unity Day
Commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
