Festivals & Holidays List 2040
Wednesday, 29 August 2040
National Sports Day
Marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
Wednesday, 05 September 2040
Teachers Day
Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Saturday, 08 September 2040
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Monday, 10 September 2040
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Friday, 21 September 2040
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Sunday, 23 September 2040
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Thursday, 27 September 2040
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Monday, 01 October 2040
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Tuesday, 02 October 2040
Gandhi Jayanti
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Thursday, 04 October 2040
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Friday, 05 October 2040
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
Friday, 05 October 2040
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
Naraka Chaturdashi is observed on Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi with early morning ritual baths.
