International, National Important Days, Bank Holidays, and Festivals in September 2023
List of Important International and National Days in September 2023
The following list tells you which days and dates are important through September 2023. In order to compete in competitive exams, aspirants must know every tidbit of information that happens throughout the world.
It is a country that is diverse and yet united at the same time. Every year, people celebrate various festivals and important days together in India. In order to ensure you do not forget any of the festivals, events, or their importance to celebrate in the month of September 2023, it is necessary to know all the important dates that fall in that month.
Here is the complete list of the important National and International days, celebrations, and events in September 2023.
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1. Complete List of Upcoming International and National Days in September 2023
September 1st, 2023:
- National Nutrition Week (1 to 7 September)
September 2, 2023:
- World Coconut Day
- National Hummingbird Day (First Saturday of September)
September 3, 2023:
- Skyscraper Day
- National Wildlife Day (USA)
September 5, 2023:
- Teachers’ Day (Dr. Radhakrishnan’s Birthday) (India)
- International Day of Charity
- National Cellulite Day (USA)
- National Child Protection Week (India)
- World Samosa Day
September 7, 2023:
- Brazilian Independence Day
September 8, 2023:
- International Literacy Day
- World Physical Therapy Day
September 9, 2023:
- International Sudoku Day
- World First Aid Day (Second Saturday of September)
September 10, 2023:
- World Suicide Prevention Day
- Grandparents’ Day
September 11, 2023:
- National Forest Martyrs Day (India)
- 9/11 Remembrance Day
September 14, 2023:
- Hindi Diwas (India)
- National Concussion Awareness Day
September 15, 2023:
- Engineer’s Day (India)
- International Day of Democracy
September 16, 2023:
- World Ozone Day
- Malaysia Day
- International Red Panda Day (Third Saturday of September)
September 17, 2023:
- World Patient Safety Day
September 18, 2023:
- International Bamboo Day
September 21, 2023:
- World Alzheimer’s Day
- International Day of Peace
- National Chai Day
- World Gratitude Day
September 22, 2023:
- World Rhino Day
- Rose Day (Welfare of Cancer Patients)
September 23, 2023:
- International Day of Sign Languages
September 24, 2023:
- World Bollywood Day
- World Rivers Day (Fourth Sunday of September)
- World Day of the Deaf
September 25, 2023:
- World Pharmacists Day
- Antyodaya Diwas
- National Daughters Day
- National Lobster Day
- National Cooking Day
- National Psychotherapy Day
- World Dream Day
- National Comic Book Day
September 26, 2023:
- World Contraception Day
- World Environmental Health Day
- National Family Day
- European Day of Language
September 27, 2023:
- World Tourism Day
- National Women Health and Fitness Day
September 28, 2023:
- World Rabies Day
- National Self-Awareness
- International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI)
- World Maritime Day
September 29, 2023:
- World Heart Day
- International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
September 30, 2023:
- International Translation Day
2. Details of Some Important International and National Days in September 2023:
September 1st to 7th: National Nutrition Week – The Food and Nutrition Board, a division of the Ministry of Women and Child Development of India, sponsors National Nutrition Week (NNW) each year from September 1 through September 7, with the goal of increasing public awareness of and understanding of the importance of nutrition.
September 3rd: Skyscraper Day – Skyscraper Day was established on September 3 to honor Louis Sullivan, who is regarded as the "Father of Modern Skyscrapers" and was born in Boston on that date in 1856. Sullivan was the first master architect of high-rise structures.
The first steel-framed 10-story skyscraper, the now-demolished Home Insurance Building, was designed by William LeBaron Jenney, an engineer, in Chicago, where Sullivan worked. National Skyscraper Day is a wonderful occasion for us to recognize the architectural and engineering wonders that have become rather typical in modern society.
September 5th: Teachers’ Day – Since 1962, India has observed Teachers' Day on September 5 to honor Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a former president of the nation who was also a scholar, philosopher, and recipient of the Bharat Ratna award, who was born on that date in 1888.
Teachers motivate us to perform well and succeed in life by providing us with a purpose and preparing us to be effective global citizens. Teachers' Day, also known as Shikshak Divas, is observed in India with much fanfare to recognize the dedication of our mentors and gurus.
September 8th: World Physical Therapy Day – Every year on September 8, the world celebrates physical therapy day. On this day, physiotherapists from all over the world can spread the word about the vital role their field plays in helping people stay healthy, mobile, and independent.
September 10th: World Suicide Prevention Day – Since 2003, various events have been held all around the world on September 10 to raise awareness of the issue of suicide prevention. This day is known as World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD). "Creating hope through action" was the focus of World Suicide Prevention Day in 2021.
September 11th: 9/11 Remembrance Day – 11 September is recognized as 9/11 Day or the National Day of Service and Remembrance. To honour the victims and injured on September 11, 2001, the day offers an opportunity to assist others.
September 14th: Hindi Diwas – In India, Hindi Diwas is observed on September 14 in remembrance of September 14, 1949, the day on which a compromise on the languages to be accorded official status in the Republic of India was struck during the framing of the Constitution of India. One of the languages the most used worldwide is Hindi.
September 15th: Engineer’s Day in India – Engineer's Day is celebrated on numerous dates throughout the year in many different nations. India celebrates Sir M. Visvesvaraye's birth anniversary in 1968 in his honor as a famous engineer who was instrumental in the construction of several noteworthy structures, including the Krishna Raja Sagar dam in Karnataka.
September 16th: World Ozone Day – Every year on September 16, people throughout the world celebrate World Ozone Day in an effort to raise awareness of the ozone layer's deterioration and identify potential ways to protect it. Through its ability to block the sun's UV radiation, the ozone layer shields life on earth.
September 17th: World Patient Safety Day – In order to increase patient safety, World Patient Safety Day encourages worldwide cooperation and united action from all nations and allies. The subject for World Patient Safety Day in 2021 is "Safe maternity and newborn care." Patients, families, caregivers, communities, healthcare professionals, thought leaders in the field, and policymakers come together on this day to demonstrate their dedication to patient safety.
September 21st: World Alzheimer’s Day – Every year on September 21, people around the world observe World Alzheimer's Day. The purpose of the day is to increase public awareness of dementia, its prevalent symptoms, and the risk factors that may contribute to it. The month of April is dedicated to commemorating World Alzheimer's Day in various nations. Additionally, the severity of the condition and its causes are made more widely known to this day.
September 21st: International Day of Peace – World Peace Day sometimes referred to as the International Day of Peace, is a holiday recognized by the UN that is celebrated every year on September 21. This day has been designated by the UN General Assembly as one committed to advancing the values of peace through the observance of a 24-hour period of nonviolence and a cease-fire.
September 23rd: International Day of Sign Languages – The International Day of Sign Languages was declared by the UN General Assembly on September 23 in order to highlight the value of sign language in ensuring that deaf people's human rights be fully realized.
September 26th: World Contraception Day – The International family planning organizations initially observed it on September 26, 2007, with the goal of raising awareness about contraception and assisting couples in making well-informed decisions about starting families, ensuring that every pregnancy is desired. It is a birth control method necessary to stop unintended pregnancies.
September 29th: International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste – International Food Loss and Waste Awareness Day are celebrated on September 29. It is an opportunity to encourage the public—national or local governments—and the private—businesses and individuals—to prioritize efforts and initiatives to reduce food loss and waste in order to improve the effective use of natural resources, combat climate change, and support food security and nutrition.
3. List of the Bank Holidays in September 2023 in India
All commercial and public sector banks in various states will be closed in India for 14 days in September 2023, per the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) holiday schedule –
3 September 2023: Sunday (All India)
6 September 2023: On the occasion of Shree Krishna Janmashtami banks at Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Chennai, Patna and Andhra Pradesh will remain closed.
7 September 2023: On the occasion of Janmashtami (Shravan Vad-8) banks at Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Gangtok, Dehradun, Hyderabad, Jammu, Jaipur, Ranchi, Lucknow etc. will remain closed.
9 September 2023: Second Saturday (All India)
10 September 2023: Sunday (All India)
17 September 2023: Sunday (All India)
18 September 2023: On the occasion of Varasiddhi Vinayaka Vrata banks at Hyderabad and Bengaluru will remain closed.
19 September 2023: On the Occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi banks at Belapur, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Panaji and Nagpur will remain closed.
20 September 2023: On the Occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi/ Nuakhai banks at Panaji and Bhubaneswar will remain closed.
22 September 2023: On the Occasion of Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day banks at Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram will remain closed.
23 September 2023: Fourth Saturday (All India)
24 September 2023: Sunday (All India)
25 September 2023: On the Occasion of Janmotsav of Srimanta Sankardeva banks at Guwahati will remain closed.
27 September 2023: On the Occasion of Eid Milad-Un Nabi banks at Kochi, Srinagar, Jammu, and Thiruvananthapuram will remain closed.
28 September 2023: On the Occasion of Bara Vafat banks at Aizawl, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Dehradun etc. will remain closed.
29 September 2023: On the Occasion of Indrajatra banks at Gangtok, Srinagar, and Jammu will remain closed
4. Indian Fair and Festivals in September 2023
September 6 & 7, 2023: Janmasthami – The sacred festive of Janmashtami is celebrated with great enthusiasm throughout the country each year. The celebration, also known as Gokulashtami, Shrikrishna Jayanti, Krishnasthami, and Krishna Janmashtami, occurs on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapad.
According to Drik Panchang, Janmashtami will happen on successive days this year since Rohini Nakshatra and Ashtami Tithi fall during the night on Janmashtami. While Ashtami Tithi begins at 3:37 pm on September 6 and ends at 4:14 pm on September 7, Rohini Nakshatra begins at 9:20 am on September 6 and ends at 10:25 am on September 7. As a result, Janmashtami will be celebrated on both days. While Janmashtami is celebrated on September 6, Dahi Handi is celebrated on September 7.
September 19, 2023: Ganesh Chaturthi – Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festivity observing the birth of Lord Ganesha. This event, also known as Ganesh Chaturdashi, Vinayak Chaturdashi, or Ganesh Chaturthi, is one of the most important festivals in the country. India commemorates Diwali with grandeur and zeal. It will be observed from September 19 to September 28 this year. This ten-day event wonderfully remembers Lord Ganesha's birth and gives a valuable occasion for people to gather in prayer, asking blessings for knowledge, wealth, and good fortune.
5. Famous People Born in the Month of September
Check Out the List of Some of the Famous People Who Were Born in the Month of September –
Birthdays on 1st September: Rocky Marciano, Zendaya
Birthdays on 2nd September: Keanu Reeves, Pawan Kalyan, Salma Hayek
Birthdays on 3rd September: Sadguru Jaggi Vasudev, Charlie Sheen, Shakti Kapoor, Mohammed Shami, Vivek Oberoi
Birthdays on 4th September: Dadabhai Naoroji, Beyonce Knowles
Birthdays on 5th September: Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Pankaj Tripathi, Freddie Mercury, Michael Keaton
Birthdays on 6th September: Idris Elba
Birthdays on 7th September: Mammootty, Radhika Apte
Birthdays on 8th September: Avicii, Gaten Matarazzo, Wiz Khalifa, Martin Freeman, Shubman Gill
Birthdays on 9th September: Vikram Batra, Leo Tolstoy, Adam Sandler, Akshya Kumar, Colonel Sanders
Birthdays on 10th September: Jack Ma, Manju Warrier, Jayam Ravi, Chinmayi Sripada
Birthdays on 11th September: Vinoba Bhave, Ludacris
Birthdays on 12th September: Paul Walker, Amala Akkineni, Vadivelu, Prachi Desai
Birthdays on 13th September: Ronald Dahl, Lili Reinhart
Birthdays on 14th September: Andrew Lincoln, Lee Jong-suk. Ayushmann Khurrana
Birthdays on 15th September: M. Visvesvaraya, Tom Hardy
Birthdays on 16th September: Nick Jonas, M.S. Subbulakshmi
Birthdays on 17th September: Narendra Modi, Ravichandran Ashwin, Patrick Mahomes II
Birthdays on 18th September: Ronaldo
Birthdays on 19th September: Jimmy Fallon
Birthdays on 20th September: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Birthdays on 21st September: Bill Murray, Jason Derulo, Kareena Kapoor Khan
Birthdays on 22nd September: Thomas Felton
Birthdays on 23rd September: Ramdhari Singh Dinkar, Anthony Mackie
Birthdays on 24th September: Jim Henson, Stephanie McMahon
Birthdays on 25th September: Will Smith, Donald Glover, Christopher Reeve
Birthdays on 26th September: Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, Manmohan Singh, Serena Williams
Birthdays on 27th September: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenna Ortega, Avril Lavigne, Lil Wayne
Birthdays on 28th September: Bhagat Singh, Lata Mangeshkar, Abhinav Bindra, Ranbir Kapoor
Birthdays on 29th September: Ben Miles
Birthdays on 30th September: Rumi (Persian Poet), Marion Cotillard
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