Table of Contents

• November 2024 calendar
• November 2024 Important Dates and Festivals
• November 2024 Holidays
• Special Dates in November 2024

November 2024 calendar and Important dates

As we step into November 2024, the air is filled with the crisp essence of late autumn, signaling a time of reflection and anticipation. This month is not only marked by the tranquil transition into winter but also illuminated by the vibrant celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Communities around the globe light up in joyous festivities, embracing traditions that symbolize the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. November offers a unique blend of serenity and festivity, providing ample opportunities to cherish moments with loved ones, give thanks, and set intentions for the future. It’s a perfect period to appreciate the richness of the past while optimistically looking forward to the possibilities that lie ahead, below is a table of important dates in November 2024

November 2024 Important Dates And Festivals

November 2024 Holidays

Special Dates In November 2024

November 1

• Diwali 2024 : A major Hindu festival celebrated with fireworks, lights, and sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
• World Vegan Day: Promotes the benefits of a vegan lifestyle for health, the environment, and animal welfare.
• Foundation Day of EPFO 2024: Marks the anniversary of the establishment of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation in India, focusing on the importance of savings for retirement.

November 2

• International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists : Advocates for measures to counter the lack of accountability for crimes against journalists.

November 3

• International Day for Biosphere Reserves: Highlights the importance of conserving biosphere reserves for biodiversity and sustainability.

November 5

• World Tsunami Awareness Day : Raises tsunami awareness and shares innovative approaches for risk reduction.
• Bhupen Hazarika Death Anniversary: Remembers the legendary Indian playback singer, lyricist, musician, and filmmaker.

November 6

• International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict: Emphasizes protecting the environment during war and armed conflict.

November 7

• Birth Anniversary of Dr. C.V. Raman : Celebrates the Nobel laureate known for his pioneering work in the field of light scattering.
• National Cancer Awareness Day : Aims to raise awareness of cancer and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.
• Infant Protection Day: Focuses on promoting the welfare of infants.

November 8

• World Radiography Day : Marks the anniversary of the discovery of X-Radiation by Wilhelm Roentgen in 1895 and promotes the role of radiographic imaging and therapy in modern medicine.

November 9

• National Legal Services Day : Acknowledges the provision of free legal services to ensure justice for all.

November 10

• World Public Transport Day : Encourages the use of public transport to improve environmental health and reduce traffic congestion.

November 11

• National Education Day : Commemorates the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, a freedom fighter and independent India’s first Minister of Education.

November 12

• World Pneumonia Day : Raises awareness about pneumonia, promotes interventions to protect against, prevent, and treat pneumonia.

November 13

• World Kindness Day : Promotes kindness and acts of good will around the world.

November 14

• Children’s Day in India : Marks Jawaharlal Nehru's birth anniversary, celebrated to increase awareness of the rights, care, and education of children.
• World Diabetes Day : Raises global awareness of diabetes, its escalating rates around the world and how to prevent the illness in most cases.
• International Day Against Illicit Trafficking in Cultural Property : Combats the illicit trafficking of cultural property and works towards its restoration to the rightful owners.
• Gujarati New Year : Celebrated on the day after Diwali, known as Bestu Varas in Gujarat.

November 15

• Parkash Purab – Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji : Observes the birth of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak, one of the most sacred festivals in Sikhism.

November 16

• National Press Day : Recognizes the establishment of the Press Council of India and celebrates the freedom of the press.

November 17

• National Epilepsy Day : Raises awareness about epilepsy, its symptoms, and the treatments available.
• International Students’ Day : Marks the day of student activism against oppressive regimes.

November 18

• National Naturopathy Day : Promotes naturopathy as a system of healing that works with the self-healing process of the body.

November 19

• World Toilet Day : Raises awareness of the 4.2 billion people living without access to safely managed sanitation.
• International Men’s Day : Celebrates men's positive contributions to society and highlights issues facing men.
• World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims : Remembers those killed or injured in road crashes and their families.

November 20

• Africa Industrialization Day : Focuses on the challenges and opportunities in industrialization in Africa.
• World Children’s Day : Promoted by UNICEF, raises awareness for children’s welfare worldwide.

November 21

• World Philosophy Day : Encourages philosophical reflection around the world.
• World Television Day : Recognizes the impact television has on decision-making by bringing world attention to conflicts and threats to peace and security.

November 24

• Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji : Commemorates the martyrdom of the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur.

November 25

• International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women : Raises awareness of the fact that women around the world are subject to various forms of violence.

November 26

• Indian Constitution Day : Celebrates the adoption of the Indian Constitution.

November 27

• Formation Day of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) : Observes the anniversary of NDMA, which was established to build a safer and disaster-resilient India.

November 29

• International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People : A day of observance established by the UN to remind the public and governments of the continuing need for reconciliation between Palestinians and Israelis.

November 30

St. Andrew's Day : Celebrates the feast day of Saint Andrew and is Scotland's official national day.