Festivals & Holidays List 1994
Monday, 15 August 1994
Independence Day
Independence Day marks the end of British rule in India in 1947.
Monday, 29 August 1994
National Sports Day
Marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
Monday, 05 September 1994
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Thursday, 08 September 1994
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Friday, 09 September 1994
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Wednesday, 21 September 1994
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Thursday, 22 September 1994
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Tuesday, 27 September 1994
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Saturday, 01 October 1994
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Sunday, 02 October 1994
Gandhi Jayanti
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Monday, 03 October 1994
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Tuesday, 04 October 1994
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
