Historic Dates and Holidays In March That You Must Know About
By Jasreet Kaur07, Mar 2024 06:00 PMjagranjosh.com
March 2024
March 2024 is full of important dates, each with its own significance. March is named for Mars, the Roman god of war. Tap to know about important dates and holidays in March 2024!
March 8: International Women’s Day
This is a day for acknowledging the achievements of women; it is also an important occasion to advocate for gender equality. The colours purple, green and white represent justice, hope, and purity.
March 10: CISF Raising Day
The date marks the beginning of Central Industrial Security Force, whose aim is to protect waterways, airways, and other vital installations all over India.
March 13: No Smoking Day
A global awareness campaign on the dangers of smoking tobacco encourages people to quit smoking for a healthier smoke free world.
March 16: National Vaccination Day
This day has sought worldwide recognition ever since the first dose of the Oral Polio Vaccine was administered in 1995, for promoting a planet that is completely free from polio disease.
March 17: World Sleep Day
It aims at bringing out how sleep is important to people’s health across different sectors, such as medicine and education, as well as cautioning drivers against sleeping while driving.
March 22: Janta Curfew
On March 22, 2020, the Prime Minister urged the public to observe the ‘Janta Curfew,’ which stated that nobody should leave their house except for those providing essential services.
March 25: Holi
Holi celebrates Hindu god Radha Krishna's love story of good conquering evil. It involves colourful celebrations and joyful gatherings.
March 30: Rama Navami
This day commemorates the birth of Lord Rama, who was one of Lord Vishnu’s ten incarnations. It involves prayers and festivities to be done at home or in temples.
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