Festivals & Holidays List 1956
Tuesday, 05 June 1956
World Environment Day
Encourages worldwide awareness and action for the protection of the environment.
Thursday, 21 June 1956
International Day of Yoga
Promotes global awareness of the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of practicing yoga.
Sunday, 01 July 1956
National Doctors Day
Honors legendary physician Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
Thursday, 26 July 1956
Kargil Vijay Diwas
Honors the success of Operation Vijay in 1999 Kargil War.
Wednesday, 29 August 1956
National Sports Day
Marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
Wednesday, 05 September 1956
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Saturday, 08 September 1956
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Friday, 21 September 1956
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Thursday, 27 September 1956
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Monday, 01 October 1956
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Tuesday, 16 October 1956
World Food Day
Honors the date of the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Wednesday, 31 October 1956
National Unity Day
Commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
