List of School Holidays, Important Days and Dates in October 2023
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| List Of Important Days in October 2023Â | |
|---|---|
| Date | Important Days in October |
| 1st October | International Day for the Elderly |
| 1st October | International Coffee Day |
| 1st October | World Vegetarian Day |
| 1st October | International Music Day |
| 2nd October | Lal Bahadur Shastri Birthday |
| 2nd October | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2nd October | International Day of Non-Violence |
| 2nd October | World Habitat Day |
| 4th October | World Animal Welfare Day |
| 5th October | World Teachers’ Day |
| 6th October | World Cerebral Palsy Day |
| 6th October | World Smile Day |
| 7th October | World Cotton Day |
| 8th October | Indian Air Force Day |
| 9th October | World Post Office Day |
| 10th October | World Mental Health Day |
| 10th October | National Post Day |
| 11th October | International Girl Child Day |
| 12th October | World Arthritis Day |
| 12th October | World Sight Day |
| 13th October | UN International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction |
| 13th October | World Egg Day |
| 14th October | World Standard Day |
| 15th October | World Students Day |
| 15th October | International Day of Rural Women |
| 15th October | World White Cane Day |
| 15th October | Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day |
| 15th October | Global Handwashing Day |
| 16th October | World Food Day |
| 16th October | World Anaesthesia Day |
| 17th October | International Poverty Eradication Day |
| 20th October | National Solidarity Day |
| 20th October | World Osteoporosis Day |
| 21st October | Police Martyrs’ Day |
| 22nd October | International Stuttering Awareness Day |
| 24th October | United Nations Day |
| 24th October | ITBP Raising Day |
| 24th October | World Polio Day |
| 24th October | World Development Information Day |
| 27th October | World Day for Audiovisual Heritage |
| 29th October | World Stroke Day |
| 30th October | World Thrift Day |
| 31st October | Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) |
| 31st October | Halloween Day |
Special Days in October Month 2023Â
In India, the month of October holds several significant days, both of national importance and those recognized globally. Here’s a list of some of the notable days celebrated or observed in October 2023 in India:
October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti: Celebrates the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement against British rule.
October 8 – Indian Air Force Day: Celebrates the official foundation day of the Indian Air Force.
October 24 – Vijaya Dashami/Dussehra: One of the major Hindu festivals, it marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana. (Note: The date may vary based on the lunar calendar.)
October 24 – United Nations Day: Though it’s a global observance, various events and activities take place in India to commemorate the founding of the United Nations.
In addition to these, India observes several global days in October, like World Mental Health Day, World Food Day, etc. There might also be regional festivals or observances specific to certain states or communities in October.
School Holidays in October 2023 DetailsÂ
| Day and Date | Name |
| Monday, October 2, 2023 | Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 24, 2023 | Dusshehra |
| Saturday, October 28, 2023 | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti |
Saturdays and Sundays in October 2023
| Saturday | 7-14-21-28 |
| Sunday | 1-8-15-22-29 |
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Bank Holidays in October 2023: As per the instructions of Reserve Bank of India, Banks will be closed on all national holidays, with additional closures on regional holidays specific to each state. Please Note Regional holidays are decided by the state government.
| Date | Day | Observance/Festival |
|---|---|---|
| 2 October 2023 | Monday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 12 October 2023 | Sunday | Naraka Chaturdashi (celebrated in several states) |
| 14 October 2023 | Second Saturday | Mahalaya (Mainly in Karnataka, Odisha, Tripura and West Bengal) |
| 15 October 2023 | Sunday | Ghatasthapana (celebrated in several states) |
| 15 October 2023 | Sunday | Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti (Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan) |
| 18 October 2023 | Wednesday | Kati Bihu (Assam) |
| 19 October 2023 | Tuesday | Samvatsari Festival (Gujarat) |
| 21 October 2023 | Saturday | Durga Puja (Maha Saptami) |
| 22 October 2023 | Sunday | Maha Ashtami (Many states across India) |
| 23 October 2023 | Monday | Maha Navami / Ayudha puja |
| 24 October 2023 | Tuesday | Dussehra/ Vijayadashami/ Durga Puja |
| 25 October 2023 | Wednesday | Durga Puja (Dasai) |
| 26 October 2023 | Thursday | Durga Puja (Dasai)/ Accession Day |
| 27 October 2023 | Friday | Durga Puja (Dasai) |
| 28 October 2023 | Fourth Saturday | Lakshmi Puja, Pargat Diwas |
| 31 October 2023 | Tuesday | Birthday of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel |
Now you can Explore the october 2023 calendar for school holidays, public holidays, and important days. Stay updated on events, festivals, and key dates in october 2023. Perfect for planning holidays and tracking significant days.
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