Festivals & Holidays List 2009
Friday, 05 June 2009
World Environment Day
Encourages worldwide awareness and action for the protection of the environment.
Sunday, 21 June 2009
International Day of Yoga
Promotes global awareness of the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of practicing yoga.
Wednesday, 01 July 2009
National Doctors Day
Honors legendary physician Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
Sunday, 26 July 2009
Kargil Vijay Diwas
Honors the success of Operation Vijay in 1999 Kargil War.
Saturday, 29 August 2009
National Sports Day
Marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
Saturday, 05 September 2009
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Tuesday, 08 September 2009
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Monday, 21 September 2009
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Sunday, 27 September 2009
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Thursday, 01 October 2009
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Friday, 16 October 2009
World Food Day
Honors the date of the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Saturday, 31 October 2009
National Unity Day
Commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
