Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti

October 2 - FRIDAY

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Observance: Gazetted Holiday Holiday (India)

"Celebrates the birthday of Gandhi, the apostle of peace who led India to independence through non-violence."

Honors the birth of Mahatma Gandhi, Father of the Nation and champion of non-violent resistance.

Traditions:

Visiting Gandhi memorials like Raj Ghat and offering tributes with flowers
Organizing prayer meetings and singing Gandhi's favorite bhajan 'Raghupati Raghav'
Conducting cleanliness drives (Swachh Bharat) to honor Gandhi's vision

Gandhi's birthday is also celebrated as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations.

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