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Important Days in September 2025: National and International Dates ListBy Nikhil Batra Last Updated: Sep 9, 2025, 08:39 IST

Important Days and Dates in September 2025 List: Every month has its own set of special dates, and September is no different. Whether it’s International Literacy Day, World Ozone Day, or Hindi Diwas, these occasions give us reasons to pause and reflect. Here’s a detailed guide to all the important days celebrated in September.        

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September Important and Special Days with Dates 2025: September is a month that brings a mix of national and international observances, each carrying its own importance. From celebrating knowledge on Teachers’ Day and International Literacy Day to spreading awareness on World First Aid Day, Hindi Diwas, Engineer’s Day, International Day of Democracy, and World Ozone Day, this month offers plenty of meaningful dates to remember.

Knowing the important days and dates in September 2025 not only improves general awareness but also proves helpful for students preparing for competitive exams. Here’s a detailed list of all the significant days observed in September that highlight education, culture, environment, and global causes.

What are the Special Days in September?

There are many special days in the month of September 2025. Some of these days include Eid Milad-Un-Nabi, Teachers' Day (India), Onam, Ananta Chaturdashi, International Literacy Day, Hindi Diwas, Vishwakarma Puja and various other observances.

Important Days and Dates in September 2025

The month of September is associated with Vulcan, the Roman god of fire. It is the 7th month of the ancient Roman calendar. The name of September comes from the Latin word septem, meaning "seven".

1st September - National Nutrition Week

National Nutrition Week is observed from 1st September to 7th September to provide knowledge among people about the importance of nutrition and its importance for the human body, for better health.

2nd September - World Coconut Day

World Coconut Day is observed on 2nd September every year to make people aware of the importance of this crop in poverty reduction. This day also commemorates the formation day of the Asian Pacific Coconut Community (APCC).

3rd September - Skyscraper Day

Skyscraper Day is observed on 3rd September. Skyscrapers are very tall buildings that define a city's skyline. The day marks the ability of a man to construct an industrial masterpiece.

4 September Eid Milad-Un-Nabi

Eid Milad un-Nabi is an important Islamic festival. Also known as Mawlid al-Nabi, the day commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Eid Milad un-Nabi on the 12th day of Rabi' al-Awwal in the Islamic lunar calendar reminds the teaching of the Prophet. It motivates people to pray and perform acts of charity.

5 September - International Day of Charity

International Day of Charity is observed on 5 September every year to eradicate poverty in all its forms and dimensions to achieve sustainable development goals.

5 September - Teachers' Day (India)

Teachers' Day in India is celebrated on 5 September every year to mark the birth anniversary of India's second President, Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan. On this day we appreciate and acknowledge the efforts of teachers in making responsible individuals.

5 September - Onam

India celebrates Onam, which is a colourful and joyful celebration that commemorates the return of the mythical King Mahabali. There are lavish feasts, traditional boat races, and vibrant floral carpets during this ten-day festival. Onam will be observed on September 5 this year.

6 September- Ananta Chaturdashi

Ananta Chaturdashi is a famous Hindu Festival. The annual celebration marks the end ten-day-long Ganesh Chaturthi festivity. It symbolizes the natural cycle of life, where endings lead to new beginnings. People celebrating the day tie sacred threads called ‘Ananta Dhara’ as a mark of unwavering faith and commitment to the divine.

7 September - Brazilian Independence Day

Brazilian Independence Day is celebrated on 7 September every year to commemorate the birth of the nation. On 7 September 1822, Brazil got its independence from the Portuguese. In 1889 Brazil ended up with the monarchical system and became a republic but kept 7 September as its Independence Day.

8 September - International Literacy Day

International Literacy Day is observed on 8 September every year to make people aware of the importance of literacy which no doubt is a matter of dignity and human rights. Let us tell you that it is a key component of the UN's Sustainable Developmental Goals.

8 September - World Physical Therapy Day

World Physical Therapy Day is observed on 8 September every year to provide an opportunity for physical therapists from all over the world to raise awareness about the important contribution of the profession in improving the well-being and health of people.

8 September - Grandparents' Day

This year it is observed on September 8. This day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September following the Labour Day. It is also celebrated in various other countries on different dates. As the name suggests, the day celebrates the beautiful bond between grandparents and grandchildren.

10 September - World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD)

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is observed on 10 September every year to raise awareness to prevent cases of suicide. This day is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). And this day is co-sponsored by WHO.

11 September - 9/11 Remembrance Day

This year the 20th anniversary of National Day of Service and Remembrance or 9/11 Day is observed. The day provides a chance to help others in tribute to those killed and injured on September 11, 2001

11 September - National Forest Martyrs Day

The date 11 September has historical significance and due to this, the date was chosen as National Forest Martyrs Day. In 1730, on this day, over 360 people of the Bishnoi tribe led by Amrita Devi, objected to the felling of trees. Due to their protest of saving the trees, they were killed in Khejarli, Rajasthan on the orders of the king.

11 September - World First Aid Day

It is observed on the second Saturday of September and this year it falls on 11 September. The day raises awareness among the public about how first aid can save lives in case of crises. According to the International Federation, first aid should be accessible to all people and should be an important part of developmental societies.

11 September- Digvijay Diwas

Digvijay Diwas is observed annually on September 11 to mark the historic speech of Swami Vivekananda in Chicago. In 1893, he attended the Parliament of the World's Religions as a representative of India and Hinduism. The inaugural World's Parliament of Religions took place from September 11 to September 27 1893.

13 September- International Chocolate Day

International Chocolate Day is celebrated on September 13 annually. The day was established by the U.S. National Confectioners Association. It commemorates the birth of Milton S. Hershey. He was an American chocolatier, businessman, and philanthropist.

14 September - Hindi Diwas

Hindi Diwas is celebrated on 14 September as on this day the Constituent Assembly of India adopted Hindi written in Devanagri script in 1949 as the official language of the Republic of India.

Official Languages in Indian Constitution

15 September - Engineer's Day (India)

Engineer's Day is celebrated in India on 15 September every year to mark the tribute to the Indian Engineer Bharat Ratna Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya.

15 September - International Day of Democracy

International Day of Democracy is observed on 15 September to remind people that democracy is about people. This day provides an opportunity to make people understand the importance of democracy and the effective realization of Human Rights.

Concept of Democracy by Rig Veda

16 September - Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day is celebrated on 16 September and is also known as 'Hari Malaysia'. On 16 September 1963, the former British colony of Singapore and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak joined the Federation of Malaya to generate the Malaysian Federation.

16 September - World Ozone Day

World Ozone Day is observed on 16 September annually. On this day in 1987, the Montreal Protocol was signed. Since 1994, World Ozone Day has been celebrated which was established by the United Nations General Assembly. This day reminds people about the depletion of the Ozone Layer and to find solutions to preserve it.

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17 September- Vishwakarma Puja

Vishwakarma Jayanti is a day of celebration for Vishwakarma, a Hindu god, and the divine architect. The festival is observed primarily in factories and industrial areas, often on the shop floor. As a mark of reverence, the day of worship is marked not only by the engineering and architectural community but also by artisans, craftsmen, mechanics, smiths, welders, industrial workers, factory workers and others. They pray for a better future, safe working conditions and, above all, success in their respective fields. Workers also pray for the smooth functioning of various machines.

17 September - World Patient Safety Day

The day is observed on 17 September. It was established by the 72nd World Health Assembly in May 2019, following the adoption of resolution WHA72.6 on ' Global action on patient safety'.

17 September- PM Narendra Modi's Birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is celebrating his 73rd birthday on September 17, 2023. He is the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the 15th Prime Minister of India. He was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar.

18 September - World Bamboo Day

The day is observed on 18 September to increase awareness about bamboo globally.

19 September - International Talk Like a Pirate Day

International Talk Like a Pirate Day is celebrated on 19 September annually. The day encourages people to talk and dress like the sea plunderers of yesteryears.

20 September (Third Saturday) - International Red Panda Day

It is observed on the third Saturday of September month. This year it falls on 20 September. The day raises awareness of their urgent need for conservation of red pandas.

21 September - International Day of Peace (UN)

International Day of Peace (UN) is observed on 21 September around the world. For the first time it was observed in September 1982 and in 2001, the General Assembly adopted a resolution 55/282, which established 21 September as International Day of Peace of non-violence and cease-fire.

21 September - World Alzheimer's Day

World Alzheimer's Day is observed on 21 September to raise awareness among people about the challenges that patient faces due to dementia. In 2012, World Alzheimer's Month was launched.

22 September - Rose Day (Welfare of Cancer patients)

Rose Day is observed on 22 September for the welfare of cancer patients or we can say that this day marks the hope for cancer patients that cancer is curable. This day is celebrated in memory of 12-year-old Melinda Rose of Canada, who when diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer did not give up hope.

22 September - Navratri

Navratri is an annual festival celebrated to honour Goddess Durga and occurs twice a year, known as Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri. In 2025, Sharad Navratri will begin on 3rd October.

22 September - World Rhino Day

It is observed on 22 September every year. The day raises awareness and builds a safe natural habitat for this incredible species.

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23 September - International Day of Sign Languages

On 23rd September, the UN General Assembly proclaimed the day as International Day of Sign Languages. The day provides a unique opportunity to support and protect the linguistic identity and cultural diversity of all deaf people and other sign language users.

25 September - World Pharmacists Day

It is observed on 25th September annually. In 2009, the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) Congress in Istanbul, Turkey designated 25th September as the annual World Pharmacists Day (WPD).

25 September - Antyodaya Diwas

In 2014, on 25th September 'Antyodaya Diwas' was declared in honour of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya’s 98th Birth Anniversary.

26 September - European Day of Languages

European Day of Languages is celebrated on 26 September annually to promote awareness among the public about the importance of language learning and protecting the heritage of the language.

Starts last week of September and ends on the last Sunday of September - The day of the Deaf

Day of Deaf or International Week of Deaf starts on the last week of September and ends on the last Sunday of the month. It is also known as the World Day of the Deaf. The day draws attention not only to the affected person but also to the general people, politicians, and development authorities towards the achievements and challenges faced by the community of deaf people.

26 September - World Contraception Day

World Contraception Day is observed on 26 September annually. It is a global campaign to improve awareness about the contraceptive methods available and enable young people to make informed decisions regarding their sexual and reproductive health.

26 September - World Environmental Health Day

The day has been declared by the International Federation of Environmental Health.

27 September - World Tourism Day

World Tourism Day is annually celebrated on 27 September to highlight the importance of tourism which helps in generating employment and build a future for millions of people around the world.

27 September- Google Birth Anniversary

Google is celebrating its 25th birth anniversary with a doodle. The search giant started as a Stanford University research project before being established by Larry Page and Sergey Brin in 1998. Google was designed to manage the enormous amount of online information.

28 September - World Rabies Day

World Rabies Day is observed on 28 September every year to make people aware of the prevention regarding rabies and to highlight the progress in defeating this horrifying disease.

28 September - Durga Puja

Durga Puja will be observed on 28 September this year. This day of Navratri is considered to be quite auspicious.

28 September (Fourth Sunday) - World Rivers Day

World Rivers Day is celebrated on the last Sunday of September. In 2025, it falls on 28 September. The day highlights the importance of rivers and generates awareness, and encourages people to improve and save water, rivers around the world. It is necessary to care for our water resources.

28 September - International Day For Universal Access To Information (IDUAI)

International Day For Universal Access To Information (IDUAI) 2022 is observed on 28 September every year. The day focuses on the right to seek, receive, and impart information.

29 September - World Heart Day

World Heart Day is observed annually on 29 September. This day informs people about heart disease and stroke which is the world's leading cause of death.

30 September - International Translation Day

International Translation Day is observed on 30 September every year. This day provides an opportunity to pay tribute to the work of language professionals. It also plays an important role in bringing nations together and strengthening world peace and security.

September 2025 Important Days
Important Dates in September 2025	Important Days in September 2025
1 September	National Nutrition Week
2 September	World Coconut Day
3 September	Skyscraper Day
4 September	Eid Milad-Un-Nabi
5 September	International Day of Charity
5 September	Teachers' Day (India)
5 September	Onam
6 September	Ananta Chaturdashi
7 September	Brazilian Independence Day
8 September	International Literacy Day
8 September	World Physical Therapy Day
8 September	Grandparents' Day
10 September	World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD)
11 September	9/11 Remembrance Day
11 September	National Forest Martyrs Day
11 September	World First Aid Day
11 September	Digvijay Diwas
13 September	International Chocolate Day
14 September	Hindi Diwas
15 September	Engineer's Day (India)
15 September	International Day of Democracy
16 September	Malaysia Day
16 September	World Ozone Day
17 September	Vishwakarma Puja
17 September	World Patient Safety Day
17 September	PM Narendra Modi's Birthday
18 September	World Bamboo Day
19 September	International Talk Like a Pirate Day
20 September (Third Saturday)	International Red Panda Day
21 September	International Day of Peace (UN)
21 September	World Alzheimer's Day
22 September	Rose Day (Welfare of Cancer Patients)
22 September	Navratri
22 September	World Rhino Day
23 September	International Day of Sign Languages
25 September	World Pharmacists Day
25 September	Antyodaya Diwas
26 September	European Day of Languages
Last week of September (ends on last Sunday)	Day of the Deaf / International Week of Deaf
26 September	World Contraception Day
26 September	World Environmental Health Day
27 September	World Tourism Day
27 September	Google Birth Anniversary
28 September	World Rabies Day
28 September	Durga Puja
28 September (Fourth Sunday)	World Rivers Day
28 September	International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI)
29 September	World Heart Day
30 September	International Translation Day

So, these are the National and International Days in September 2025 which may also help in the preparation for several exams and also enhance your general knowledge.

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