Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti
February 12 - THURSDAY
Observance: Restricted Holiday Holiday (India)
"Commemorates the visionary founder of Arya Samaj who championed Vedic knowledge and social reform."
Celebrates the birth of Swami Dayanand Saraswati, founder of Arya Samaj and social reformer.
Traditions:
- Organizing lectures and seminars on Vedic philosophy and teachings
- Conducting havan (fire rituals) and reciting Vedic mantras
- Promoting education and social welfare activities in Arya Samaj institutions
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Fun Fact:
Dayanand Saraswati's motto 'Back to the Vedas' sparked a major reform movement in 19th century India.