Important Days In August 2022, National & International Days & Dates

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Important Days In August 2022

There are many important days which are having historical significance in the month of August 2022 and national handloom day is one among them. National Handloom Day is celebrated in remembrance of the Swadeshi Movement which was started on 7th August 1905 in the Calcutta Town hall to protest against the partition of Bengal by the British Government. All those candidates who are preparing for any kind of competitive exam must be aware of the Important days in August 2022 and the reason behind celebrating them.

Important Days In August 2022

Let’s have a look at the complete list of Important National and International Days of August 2022 in the given table.

Important Days in August 2022
1st AugustNational Mountain Climbing Day 2022
1st-7th AugustWorld Breastfeeding Week 2022
6th AugustHiroshima Day
7th AugustNational Handloom Day
9th AugustQuit India Movement Anniversary or August Kranti Divas
9th AugustNagasaki Day
9th AugustInternational Day of World’s Indigenous People
12th AugustInternational Youth Day
12th AugustWorld Elephant Day
15th AugustIndependence day of India
19th AugustWorld Photography Day
20th AugustWorld Mosquito Day
20th AugustSadbhavana Diwas
23rd AugustInternational Day for the Remembrance of Slave Trade and Abolition
26th AugustWomen’s Equality Day
29th AugustNational Sports Day
29th AugustTelugu Language Day
30th AugustSmall Industry Day

Details About Important Days In August 2022

6th August: Hiroshima Day

Every year Hiroshima Day is observed on the 6th of August on the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. The primary purpose of keeping this day is to promote peace and politics.

7th August: National Handloom Day

National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on the 7th of August. This day is observed annually to create awareness about the handloom industry amongst the public at large and its contribution to socio-economic development.

9th August: Nagasaki Day

Nagasaki Day is observed annually on 9th August on the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki (Japan)  in 1945. Nagasaki was the second city after the first bombing three days earlier of the city of Hiroshima.

12th August: International Youth Day

International Youth Day is commemorated every year on the 12th of August. The first International Youth Day was held on Palm Sunday in Rome.

15th August: Independence day of India

Independence Day is celebrated annually on the 15th of August, which is celebrated religiously throughout the country every year, and holds tremendous ground in the list of national days since it reminds every Indian about the dawn of a new beginning, the new era.

19th August: World Photography Day

Every year, World Photography Day is celebrated on the 19th of August. World Photography Day is an annual, worldwide celebration of the art, science, craft, and history of photography.

20th August: Sadbhavana Diwas

Every year, Sadbhavana Diwas or Harmony Day is celebrated on the 20th of August. This day is observed with the objective to encourage national integration, peace, affection, and harmony among the Indian people and all religions.

26th August: Women’s Equality Day

women’s Equality Day, celebrated every year on the 26th of August, to commemorate the passage of women’s suffrage in the US and remind us of the hurdles overcome by the heroic women who faced violence and discrimination to propel the women’s movement.

29th August: National Sports Day

National Sports Day is celebrated every year on 29th August. The Day is dedicated to commemorating the birth anniversary of Indian hockey legend, Major Dhyan Chand. Major Dhyan Chand was a legendary figure in Indian and world hockey.

30th August:  Small Industry Day

Every year on 30th August, the country celebrates Small Industry Day. The day is dedicated to encouraging small businesses around the country.

FAQs: Important Days In August 2022

Q1. When is world youth day celebrated?

Ans. Every year, world youth day is celebrated on the 12th of August 2022.

Q2. What are the important days in August 2022? 

Ans. Candidates can check all important national and international days of August 2022 in the above article.


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