Festivals & Holidays List 2008
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Friday, 05 September 2008
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Monday, 08 September 2008
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Sunday, 21 September 2008
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Saturday, 27 September 2008
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Saturday, 27 September 2008
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Sunday, 28 September 2008
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
Sunday, 28 September 2008
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
Naraka Chaturdashi is observed on Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi with early morning ritual baths.
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Tuesday, 30 September 2008
Sharad Navratri — Day 1
Sharad Navratri begins on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada.
Wednesday, 01 October 2008
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Day 2/10
Wednesday, 01 October 2008
Sharad Navratri — Day 2
Sharad Navratri begins on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada.
