Important Days in February 2023, Check National and International Dates

Important Days in February

Important Days in February 2023 – February is the second month of the year, with 29 days in leap years and 28 days in regular years. However, the shortest month of the year is jam-packed with festivities. Take a look at the list of significant days and dates in February below before planning your events.

Important Days in February 2023

The General Knowledge component is significant in government exams like SSC, banking, etc. This section’s questions cover a wide range of topics. Occasionally, questions are inspired by significant occasions. The list of significant days and dates for the month of February is provided below. This list will you in your preparation for the competitive examination.

In India, the festival seasons are widely dispersed throughout the year, and in certain areas, it appears that there is a celebration every month. Everyone in India looks forward to February because it is the last cooler month of the season. Additionally, February is home to a number of important national and worldwide celebrations, festivals, and events. Let’s look at it!

Important Days in February 2023, Events, and Festivals

Date	Event
1st February	Indian Coast Guard Day
1st – 16th February	Surajkund Crafts Mela
2nd February	World Wetlands Day
2nd February	RA Awareness Day
4th February	World Cancer Day
5th February to 13th February	Kala Ghoda Festival
6th February	International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
6th February to 12th February	International Development Week
8th February	Safer Internet Day
10th February	National Deworming Day
10th February	World Pulses Day
11th February	World Day of the Sick
11th February	International Day of Women and Girls in Science
12th February	Darwin Day
12th February	National Productivity Day
12th February	Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday
13th February	World Radio Day
13th February	Sarojini Naidu’s Birth Anniversary
14th February	Saint Valentine’s Day
14th February	International Epilepsy Day
18th February to 27th February	Taj Mahotsav
20th February	Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day
20th February	World Day of Social Justice
21st February	International Mother Language Day
22nd February	World Thinking Day
22nd February	World Scout Day
24th February	Central Excise Day
27th February	World NGO Day
28th February	National Science Day
28th February	Rare Disease Day

List of Important Days in February 2023

1^st February 2023 – Indian Coast Guard Day 

The Indian Coast Guard commemorates its founding day on February 1st. This year marks the 46th Raising Day of the Indian Coast Guard. The Indian Coast Guard has played an important role in securing the Indian coasts and enforcing regulations within India’s Maritime Zones.

2^nd February 2023 – World Wetlands Day.

Every year on February 2nd, the world celebrates World Wetlands Day. This day commemorates the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands in Ramsar, Iran, on February 2, 1971. It was established in 1997. ‘Wetlands and biodiversity’ is the theme of World Wetlands Day 2020.

2^nd February 2023 – RA Awareness Day.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day is observed on February 2nd to raise awareness for patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.

4^th February 2023 – World Cancer Day.

Every year on February 4th, WHO observes World Cancer Day to raise awareness of the disease Cancer and how to cure it. ‘I Am and I Will’ is the theme for 2020. The theme, according to WHO, is an empowering call to action that encourages personal commitment and represents the power of individual action taken now to impact the future.

4^th February 2023 – Sri Lankan National Day

Every year on February 4th, Sri Lanka’s National Day is observed as Independence Day. Sri Lanka gained independence from British rule on February 4, 1948.

4^th February 2023 – Surajkund Crafts Mela

Surajkund Crafts Mela takes place in Surajkund, District Faridabad, Haryana, from February 4 to February 20, 2023. It honours Indian folk traditions and cultural heritage. This Mela displays the richness and diversity of India’s handicrafts, handlooms, and cultural fabric. It is one of the most well-known fairs, held each year in Surajkund, Haryana, near Delhi, by the Haryana Tourism Department to promote handicrafts.

5^th to 13^th February: Kala Ghoda Festival.

The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival will begin on February 5, 2023. The festival features a variety of events that reflect Mumbai’s rich artistic history.

6^th February 2023: International Day Against Female Genital Mutilation

On February 6, the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation is observed to raise awareness and educate people about the consequences and problems that females face as a result of genital mutilation. “There is no time for global inaction; unite, fund, and act to end female genital mutilation,” says the theme for 2021.

6^th – 12^th February 2023 – International Development Week.

The 30th anniversary of International Development Week (IDW), which is observed in Canada from February 6 through February 12, is this year. This day provides information on various jobs and career options in the field of international development.

8^th February 2023 – Safer Internet Day

It is observed on February 8th this year. The day encourages all stakeholders to work together to make the internet a safer and better place for everyone, particularly children and young people.

10^th February 2023 – National Deworming Day .

It is observed on February 10th. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of India has launched an initiative to ensure that every child in the country is worm-free.

10^th February 2023 – World Pulses Day.

It is celebrated on February 10th to raise awareness about the nutritional and environmental benefits of pulses as part of a sustainable food production system.

11^th February 2023 – World Day of the Sick

It is celebrated on February 11th. Pope John Paul II established the day to give Christians a chance to pray for individuals who are unwell.

11^th February 2023 – International Day of Women and Girls in Science

On February 11, it is recognised that women and girls have an important part in science, not only as consumers but also as innovators. The goal of the day is to enable women and girls to participate fully and equally in science. Additionally, to promote gender equality and women’s and girls’ empowerment.

12^th February 2023 – Darwin Day.

Every year on February 12th, Darwin Day is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of Charles Darwin, the father of evolutionary biology, in 1809. Darwin’s contribution to evolutionary and plant science is celebrated on this day. Darwin’s ‘Origin of Species’ was voted the most influential academic book in history in 2015.

12^th February 2023 – Abraham Lincoln’s birthday

The birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the most popular president in US history, is celebrated on February 12th. This day is also known as Abraham Lincoln Day, Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday, or Lincoln Day.

12^th February 2023 – National Productivity Day.

It is observed annually on February 12th to promote a more productive culture in India. The National Productivity Council (NPC) commemorates it with a theme.

13^th February 2023 – World Radio Day.

On February 13th, World Radio Day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of radio. It is the primary source of information in several countries.

13^th February 2023 – Sarojini Naidu’s birthday.

The 13th of February marks the birth anniversary of India’s Nightingale, Sarojini Naidu. She was born in Hyderabad on February 13, 1879, to scientist and philosopher Aghornath Chattopadhyaya and Barada Sundari Devi. She was the first Indian woman President of the Indian National Congress, as well as the first woman Governor of an Indian state, United Province, which is now known as Uttar Pradesh.

14^th February 2023 – Saint Valentine’s Day.

Valentine’s Day, also known as the Feast of Saint Valentine, is observed every year on February 14th. Valentine’s Day is named after Saint Valentine, a Catholic priest who lived in Rome in the third century.

14^th February 2023 – International Epilepsy Day.

Every year on the second Monday of February, International Epilepsy Day is observed, and this year it falls on February 14th, which also happens to be Valentine’s Day. The day raises awareness and educates people about the true facts of epilepsy, as well as the critical need for improved treatment, better care, and increased research funding.

18^{th –} 27^th February 2023 – Taj Mahotsav.

Every year on February 18th, Agra hosts the Taj Mahotsav or Taj Festival, which showcases our country’s rich cultural heritage. This year’s festival will take place from February 18 to February 27, 2023. Without a doubt, the Taj Mahal exemplifies Mughal magnificence and displays the finest examples of Indian craftsmanship.

20^th February 2023 – Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day.

Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day is observed on February 20, the day it was granted the status of Union Territory and renamed Arunachal Pradesh.

20^th February 2023 – World Day of Social Justice

Every year on February 20, people around the world mark World Day of Social Justice to promote awareness of how social justice affects the fight against poverty. The main goals of this day are to foster social integration and full employment. On this day, we address topics like unemployment, isolation, and poverty.

21^th February 2023 – International Mother Language Day.

Every year on February 21st, people all around the world commemorate International Mother Language Day to raise awareness of the diversity of languages. This day encourages global linguistic and cultural diversity awareness. It was initially proclaimed by UNESCO on November 17, 1999.

22^th February 2023 – World Thinking Day.

World Thinking Day, also known as Thinking Day, is observed annually on February 22 by Girl Scouts and Girl Guides in 150 countries.

24^th February 2023 – Central Excise Day.

Every year on February 24, India celebrates Central Excise Day to encourage excise employees to carry out their duties more effectively in order to prevent corruption in the manufacturing industry and to provide the best possible exercise services in India.

27^th February 2023 – World NGO Day.

The day is dedicated to recognising, celebrating, and honouring all non-governmental and non-profit organisations, as well as the people who work behind the scenes to make a difference in society.

28^th February 2023 – National Science Day.

Every year on February 28th, India celebrates National Science Day to commemorate the day that Indian scientist Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman discovered the Raman Effect. On February 28, 1928, he developed the Raman Effect, for which he was awarded the 1930 Nobel Prize in Physics.

28^th February 2023 – Rare Diseases

The day promotes change for those who have a rare disease, their families, and the carers by increasing awareness of the condition.

These are the significant national and international dates for the month of February 2023, which may be useful for preparing for a variety of competitive exams.

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