Festivals & Holidays List 1964
Saturday, 15 August 1964
Independence Day
Independence Day marks the end of British rule in India in 1947.
Saturday, 29 August 1964
National Sports Day
Marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
Saturday, 05 September 1964
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Tuesday, 08 September 1964
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Thursday, 10 September 1964
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Monday, 21 September 1964
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Thursday, 24 September 1964
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Sunday, 27 September 1964
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Thursday, 01 October 1964
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Friday, 02 October 1964
Gandhi Jayanti
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Saturday, 03 October 1964
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Sunday, 04 October 1964
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
