Important days and dates in October 2023: October is the 10th month of the year and has 31 days. It was originally the eighth month of the Roman calendar until 153 BC. Kr. The name October is derived from the Latin “Octo”, which means eight. According to the Anglo-Saxons, it was called Winterfylleth, meaning “the fullness of winter.”
The month of October is full of festivals and joy. Festivals and events across the country are celebrated with full enthusiasm. Some events are focused on a specific topic. Here is a list of events (national and international) that fall in October 2023.
List of important days and dates in October 2023
October 1 – International Day of Older Persons
The International Day of Older Persons is celebrated on October 1 every year to highlight the problems faced by older people and to promote the development of society for all ages. The General Assembly of the United Nations adopted a resolution on December 14, 1990 and designated October 1 as the International Day of Older Persons.
October 1 – International Coffee Day
International Coffee Day is celebrated on October 1 each year to recognize the millions of people around the world, from farmers, roasters, baristas, coffee shop owners, etc., who work hard to create and serve the beverage in consumable form.
October 1 – World Vegetarian Day
World Vegetarian Day is celebrated on October 1 every year. It was founded in 1977 by the North American Vegetarian Society (NAVS), and in 1978 it was approved by the International Vegetarian Union.
October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti
Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on October 2 every year to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. He was born on October 2, 1869 in Porbandar, Gujarat. He is an inspiration in the lives of famous world leaders, but also in our lives.
October 2 – International Day of Nonviolence
The International Day of Non-Violence is celebrated on October 2 to mark the birth of Mahatma Gandhi, who played an important role in India’s independence. On June 15, 2007, the General Assembly adopted a resolution establishing an International Day of Nonviolence to spread the message of nonviolence including education and public awareness.
October 2 – Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti
Every year on October 2, the nation celebrates the birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri who was the second Prime Minister of India from 1964 to 1966.
October 2 (first Monday in October): World Habitat Day
World Habitat Day is celebrated worldwide on the first Monday of October. It was proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations in December 1985, and in 1986 it was celebrated for the first time around the world.
October 3 – Day of German Unity
German Unity Day is celebrated on October 3 every year to mark the anniversary of the nation’s unification. On October 3, 1990, the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic united to form a single federal Germany.
October 4 – World Animal Welfare Day
World Animal Welfare Day is observed on October 4 to raise awareness among people to take action around the world for animal rights as well as welfare. Welfare standards need to be improved worldwide.
October 5 – World Teacher’s Day
World Teachers’ Day is celebrated on October 5 every year throughout the world to commemorate the anniversary of the adoption of the ILO/UNESCO Recommendation on the Status of Teachers in 1966. There is no doubt that this Recommendation sets the benchmarks regarding the rights and responsibilities of teachers, education, recruitment, employment etc.
October 6 – German-American Day
German-American Day is celebrated on October 6 every year. This day is celebrated as German-American heritage.
October 7 – World Cotton Day
It is observed on October 7 globally to provide an opportunity to recognize the importance of cotton throughout the world.
October 8 – Indian Air Force Day
Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on October 8 across India. On October 8, 1932, the Indian Air Force Day was instituted.
October 9 – World Post Day
World Post Day is celebrated on 9 October every year to raise awareness among people about the role of the postal sector for people and businesses every day. In 1874, the Universal Postal Union was founded in Bern, Switzerland, and the Congress of the Universal Postal Union in Tokyo, Japan in 1969 declared its anniversary as World Post Day.
October 10 – World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is celebrated on October 10 each year to raise awareness of the scale of suicide in the world and the role each of us can play in preventing it. This day is organized by the World Federation for Mental Health. It is also supported by WHO, International Association for Suicide Prevention and United for Global Mental Health.
October 11 – International Day of the Girl Child
The International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated on October 11 to raise the voice of girls and claim their rights.
October 12 (second Thursday in October): World Sight Day
World Sight Day is celebrated on the second Thursday of October. In 2023, it falls on October 12. The aim of celebrating World Sight Day is to raise awareness of attention to visual impairment and blindness.
October 13 – International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
The International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction is observed every year on October 13 to raise awareness about disaster risk reduction. In 1989, the United Nations General Assembly initiated the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.
October 14 – World Standards Day
World Standards Day is celebrated on 14 October each year to raise awareness among regulators, industry and consumers to demonstrate the importance of standardization to the global economy.
October 15 – Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day is observed annually on October 15 in the United States. This day is a day of remembrance for pregnancy loss and infant death. It is marked by remembrance ceremonies and candle lighting.
October 15 – World Handwashing Day
World Handwashing Day is celebrated on October 15 every year and was founded by the Global Handwashing Partnership. This day provides an opportunity to design, test and replicate creative ways to encourage people to wash their hands with soap at critical times. In 2008, the first World Handwashing Day was celebrated.
October 15 – World White Cane Day
World White Cane Day is celebrated on October 15, organized by the National Association of the Blind. A white cane for blind people is an essential tool that enables them to achieve a full and independent life. With the help of a white cane, I can move freely and safely from one place to another.
October 15 – World Student Day
World Students’ Day is celebrated on October 15 every year to mark the birth anniversary of APJ Abdul Kalam. This day honors and respects him and his efforts in the field of science and technology, as well as the role he played as a teacher during his scientific and political career.
October 16 – World Food Day
World Food Day is celebrated every year on October 16 to encourage people to eat healthy. On this day, in 1945, the United Nations founded and launched the Food and Agriculture Organization.
October 16: World Anesthesia Day
World Anesthesia Day is celebrated on October 16 to mark the first successful demonstration of anesthesia with diethyl ether in 1846.
October 16: Boss Day
National Bosses Day or Boss Day is celebrated on October 16 to appreciate the work of their employers. This day also recognizes the hard work, dedication and challenges faced by managers or superiors in an organization.
October 16: World Spine Day
It is observed on October 16 to highlight the burden of spinal pain and disability worldwide.
October 17 – International Day against Poverty
The International Day Against Poverty is celebrated on October 17 every year. This day is marked by the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) on November 20, 1989.
October 20 – World Statistics Day
World Statistics Day is celebrated every five years on October 20. The first such day was celebrated on October 20, 2010. This year, the world witnessed the third World Statistics Day. The day was launched by the United Nations Statistical Commission to recognize the importance of authenticity and credibility of data worldwide.
October 21 – Police Memorial Day
That day is celebrated on October 21 in honor of police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice on duty.
October 23 – Mole Day
Mole Day is celebrated on October 23 every year. This day commemorates Avogadro’s number, which is the basic unit of measurement in chemistry. This day is designed to stimulate interest in chemistry.
October 24 – United Nations Day
United Nations Day is celebrated on October 24 every year to mark the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter. This day has been celebrated since 1948, and in 1971 the General Assembly of the United Nations recommended that member states mark it as a national holiday.
October 24 – World Development Information Day
World Development Information Day is celebrated on October 24 every year to draw the world’s attention to development problems and the need to strengthen international cooperation to solve them.
October 30 – World Savings Day
World Savings Day is celebrated on 30th October every year in India and worldwide on 31st October. This day is dedicated to the promotion of savings all over the world.
October 31 – Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day is observed on October 31 every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhai Patel. He played an important role in the unification of the country.
So these are the important days and dates in October 2023 which can also help you to prepare for several exams and improve your general knowledge.
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Source: HIS Education