📌 Calendar (2026)
| Date | Day | Occasion | Calendar Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2, 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti | Fixed (Gregorian Calendar) |
⏰ Gandhi Jayanti – Date Details
- Observed On: October 2
- Calendar Type: Fixed (Gregorian)
- Frequency: Annual
- Nature: National Holiday (India)
- UN Observance: International Day of Non-Violence
📌 Since Gandhi Jayanti follows the Gregorian calendar, the date remains the same every year.
📌 Gandhi Jayanti – Significance
Gandhi Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi (1869–1948), the Father of the Nation of India. The day honors his principles of truth (Satya), non-violence (Ahimsa), simplicity, and civil resistance.
It is one of India’s three national holidays, observed with:
- Prayer meetings and tributes at Raj Ghat
- Community service activities
- Promotion of peace, cleanliness, and non-violence
The United Nations recognizes October 2 as the International Day of Non-Violence.
📖 Gandhi Jayanti – Historical Background
Mahatma Gandhi led India’s freedom struggle through non-violent resistance (Satyagraha), inspiring global movements for civil rights and freedom.
His philosophy influenced leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela, making Gandhi Jayanti a day of global relevance, not just a national observance.
📌 Gandhi Jayanti – 10-Year Calendar (and onwards)
| Year | Date | Day | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | October 2 | Friday | National Holiday |
| 2027 | October 2 | Saturday | National Holiday |
| 2028 | October 2 | Monday | National Holiday |
| 2029 | October 2 | Tuesday | National Holiday |
| 2030 | October 2 | Wednesday | National Holiday |
| 2031 | October 2 | Thursday | National Holiday |
| 2032 | October 2 | Saturday | National Holiday |
| 2033 | October 2 | Sunday | National Holiday |
| 2034 | October 2 | Monday | National Holiday |
| 2035 | October 2 | Tuesday | National Holiday |
📌 Date remains constant every year as per Gregorian calendar.
📌 Short FAQ – Gandhi Jayanti
❓ When is Gandhi Jayanti observed?
Gandhi Jayanti is observed every year on October 2.
❓ Why is Gandhi Jayanti important?
It honors Mahatma Gandhi’s contribution to India’s independence and his philosophy of non-violence.
❓ Is Gandhi Jayanti a national holiday?
Yes, it is one of India’s three national holidays.
❓ Why is October 2 observed globally?
The United Nations declared it the International Day of Non-Violence.
❓ Does Gandhi Jayanti date change every year?
No, it is a fixed Gregorian date.
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