Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti in India
In 2026, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti falls on Friday, 2 October 2026.
About Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti commemorates the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, a central figure in India's struggle for independence. Observed as a national holiday across India, it honors his philosophy of non-violence and civil disobedience. The day typically includes prayer services and tributes at his memorial in New Delhi.
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti dates in India
Observance dates for Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 Oct 2023 | Monday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2024 | 2 Oct 2024 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2025 | 2 Oct 2025 | Thursday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2026This year | 2 Oct 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2027 | 2 Oct 2027 | Saturday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2028 | 2 Oct 2028 | Monday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2029 | 2 Oct 2029 | Tuesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2030 | 2 Oct 2030 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2031 | 2 Oct 2031 | Thursday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
2 Oct 2023
Monday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2024
Wednesday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2025
Thursday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2026
Friday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2027
Saturday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2028
Monday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2029
Tuesday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2030
Wednesday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2 Oct 2031
Thursday · Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti