Festivals & Holidays List 2013
Sunday, 08 September 2013
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Monday, 09 September 2013
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Saturday, 21 September 2013
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Sunday, 22 September 2013
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Friday, 27 September 2013
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Tuesday, 01 October 2013
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Wednesday, 02 October 2013
Gandhi Jayanti
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Thursday, 03 October 2013
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Friday, 04 October 2013
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
Friday, 04 October 2013
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
Naraka Chaturdashi is observed on Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi with early morning ritual baths.
Day 1/10
Sunday, 06 October 2013
Sharad Navratri — Day 1
Sharad Navratri begins on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada.
Day 2/10
Monday, 07 October 2013
Sharad Navratri — Day 2
Sharad Navratri begins on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada.
