By Nandini Tyagi
APRIL 9, 2025
Apr 09, 2025
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Mahavir Jayanti, a significant day in the Jain community, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism
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Celebrated mainly in Maharashtra, the day commemorates the social reformer Jyotiba Phule, who worked for women’s education and the upliftment of the marginalised community
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A major festival for the Sikh community, Baisakhi marks the beginning of the harvest season and the formation of the Khalsa in 1699 by Guru Gobind Singh
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The day honors the birth of Indian political and social reformer, Dr BR Ambedkar, also known as the architect of the Indian Constitution
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The holiday is observed by the Christian community to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ
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The day celebrates the birth of Lord Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Vishnu, regarded as a warrior sage in Hindu mythology
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