26 November - National Milk Day

 

National Milk Day is observed on November 26th each year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, also known as the "Father of the White Revolution" in India. Dr. Kurien was instrumental in transforming India into one of the world's largest milk producers through the cooperative dairy model.

The White Revolution, initiated by Dr. Kurien, aimed at increasing milk production and making dairy farming a sustainable livelihood for Indian farmers. The establishment of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and the successful implementation of Operation Flood, the world's largest agricultural development program, were key components of this initiative.

National Milk Day serves to honor Dr. Verghese Kurien's contributions to the dairy industry and to promote the significance of milk and the dairy sector in India. The day is often marked by various events, programs, and awareness campaigns related to milk and dairy farming.

26 November - Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) India

 

Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas, is celebrated in India on November 26th each year. This day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1949 and its enforcement on January 26, 1950, marking the beginning of India as a republic.

On Constitution Day, various events and activities are organized across the country to honor the framers of the Indian Constitution and to promote awareness about the significance of the Constitution in shaping the nation. The Constitution of India is one of the longest written constitutions in the world, and it lays down the framework that defines the political principles, establishes the structure, procedures, powers, and duties of the government institutions, and sets out the fundamental rights and duties of citizens.

The day is an occasion for citizens to reaffirm their commitment to upholding the values enshrined in the Constitution and to reflect on the importance of democratic principles and the rule of law in the governance of the country.