October has several national and international observances that are marked to spread awareness about social, cultural, and global issues. The month also includes important religious and national events in India. Here is a detailed list of important days and events in October 2025.
List of Important Days in October 2025
| Date | Event(s) |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 1 | International Day of Older Persons, International Coffee Day, World Vegetarian Day, International Music Day, World Habitat Day (as per UN calendar) |
| Thursday, October 2 | Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, International Day of Non-Violence |
| Friday, October 3 | World Nature Day, World Smile Day |
| Saturday, October 4 | World Animal Welfare Day, World Space Week begins |
| Sunday, October 5 | World Teachers’ Day |
| Monday, October 6 | World Cerebral Palsy Day, World Food Security Day |
| Tuesday, October 7 | World Cotton Day, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti |
| Wednesday, October 8 | Indian Air Force Day |
| Thursday, October 9 | World Post Day, Indian Foreign Service Day |
| Friday, October 10 | World Mental Health Day, World Egg Day, National Post Day |
| Saturday, October 11 | International Girl Child Day |
| Sunday, October 12 | World Arthritis Day, World Sight Day |
| Monday, October 13 | UN International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction |
| Tuesday, October 14 | World Standards Day |
| Wednesday, October 15 | World Students’ Day, International Day of Rural Women, World White Cane Day, Global Handwashing Day, Kapila Kalam Program for Intellectual Property Awareness |
| Thursday, October 16 | World Food Day, World Anaesthesia Day |
| Friday, October 17 | International Day for the Eradication of Poverty |
| Monday, October 20 | National Solidarity Day, World Osteoporosis Day, World Statistics Day, Diwali |
| Tuesday, October 21 | National Police Commemoration Day |
| Wednesday, October 22 | International Stuttering Awareness Day |
| Friday, October 24 | United Nations Day, World Development Information Day, ITBP Raising Day, World Polio Day |
| Sunday, October 26 | Jammu & Kashmir Accession Day |
| Monday, October 27 | World Day for Audiovisual Heritage |
| Wednesday, October 29 | World Stroke Day |
| Thursday, October 30 | World Savings Day, World Thrift Day |
| Friday, October 31 | Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel), National Integration Day (in memory of Indira Gandhi), World Cities Day, Halloween Day |
October 1 – International Day of Older Persons: Highlights the contribution of the elderly and promotes respect for them in society.
October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti & International Day of Non-Violence: Marks Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary and is also observed worldwide to promote peace and non-violence.
October 4 – World Animal Welfare Day: Raises awareness of animal welfare and the bond between humans and animals.
October 6 – World Habitat Day: Focuses on the right to shelter and better living conditions in cities.
October 8 – Indian Air Force Day: Celebrates the valour and service of the Indian Air Force.
October 9 – World Post Day: Recognises the role of postal services in daily life.
October 10 – World Mental Health Day: Promotes awareness of mental health issues and the need for better care.
October 11 – International Girl Child Day: Draws attention to challenges faced by girls, including education and equality.
October 13 – International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction: Raises awareness about risk reduction and preparedness.
October 15 – World Students’ Day: Marks the birth anniversary of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, known for his contributions to education.
October 16 – World Food Day: Highlights the importance of food security and sustainable agriculture.
October 20 – National Solidarity Day: Observed to remember the need for national unity and security.
October 24 – United Nations Day: Commemorates the founding of the UN in 1945.
October 31 – Rashtriya Ekta Diwas: Observed in memory of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who played a key role in uniting India.
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