23 December - Chaudhary Charan Singh born in 1902

Chaudhary Charan Singh (23 December 1902 – 29 May 1987) served as the 5th Prime Minister of India between 28 July 1979 and 14 January 1980. Historians and people alike frequently refer to him as the 'champion of India's peasants.

Chaudhary Charan Singh led a simple life and spent his spare time reading and writing. He was the author of several books and pamphlets, including ‘Abolition of Zamindari’, ‘Co-operative Farming X-rayed’, ‘India’s Poverty and its Solution’, ‘Peasant Proprietorship or Land to the Workers’ and ‘Prevention of Division of Holdings Below a Certain Minimum’.

19 December - Goa Liberation day

 

Goa Liberation day is observed in the state of Goa each year on 19th December. The festival is celebrated to honor the Indian Armed forces who freed the state from the Portuguese in 1961.

Goa, an Indian state, was liberated on December 19, 1961, from around 450 years of Portuguese rule.

18 December - International Migrants Day

 

International Migrants Day serves to celebrate the movement of migrants and their contribution to world development. Globalization has made travel much easier and as such the world has become more connected.

International Migrants Day was appointed by the UN General Assembly in 2000. It is observed annually on December 18.

16 December - Vijay Diwas

 

Vijay Diwas is commemorated every 16th December in India and Bangladesh, to observe Bangladesh’s victory over Pakistan in War of 1971 for the liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistan. The end of the war also resulted in the unilateral and unconditional surrender of the Pakistan Army and subsequent secession of East Pakistan into Bangladesh. On this day in 1971, the chief of the Pakistani forces, General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi, along with 93,000 troops, surrendered to the allied forces consists of Indian Army and Mukti Bahini, led by General Jagjit Singh Aurora, of India in the Ramna Race Course, now Suhrawardy Udyan, in Dhaka after their defeat in the war.The then Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, extended her full support to the liberation struggle of (East Pakistan) Bangladesh that helped it to become a free nation. 

On 16 December every year, Citizens, senior officials, students & war veterans lay wreaths and remember the sacrifices of the soldiers. In this day 16th December is observed in Bangladesh . Every Year on this day people of Bangladesh shower's their respect to Freedom fighters, Martyrs & Birangonas (A term used to refer Women Freedom Fighters).

10 December - Chakravarti Rajagopalachari born in 1878

Chakravarti Rajagopalachari (10 December 1878 – 25 December 1972), informally called Rajaji or C.R., was an Indian politician, independence activist, lawyer, writer, historian and statesman. Rajagopalachari was the last Governor-General of India, as India soon became a Republic in 1950. Furthermore, he was the first Indian-born governor-general, since before him the posts were held by British nationals.He also served as leader of the Indian National Congress, Premier of the Madras Presidency, Governor of West Bengal, Minister for Home Affairs of the Indian Union and Chief Minister of Madras state. Rajagopalachari founded the Swatantra Party and was one of the first recipients of India's highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna. He vehemently opposed the use of nuclear weapons and was a proponent of world peace and disarmament. During his lifetime, he also acquired the nickname 'Mango of Krishnagiri'.

09 December - International Anti-Corruption Day

 

International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on December 9th. This day is designated by the United Nations to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of corruption and to promote anti-corruption activities and initiatives worldwide.

The day provides an opportunity for governments, organizations, and individuals to reflect on the impact of corruption on societies, economies, and the rule of law. It also aims to promote the importance of preventing and combating corruption in both the public and private sectors.

International Anti-Corruption Day encourages governments, businesses, and civil society to work together to address corruption, promote transparency, and uphold accountability. Various events, campaigns, and activities are organized globally to raise awareness about the negative consequences of corruption and to advocate for stronger anti-corruption measures.

The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), adopted in 2003, is a comprehensive international instrument that provides a framework for addressing corruption at the national and global levels. International Anti-Corruption Day aligns with the principles and objectives of the UNCAC and serves as a platform for promoting its implementation.

06 December - Rememberence Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar

Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (14 April 1891 – 06 December 1956), also known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer, who inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables (Dalits). He was independent India's first Minister of Law and Justice, and the chief architect of the Constitution of India.

In 1990, the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, was posthumously conferred upon Ambedkar. Ambedkar's legacy includes numerous memorials and depictions in popular culture.

05 December - World Soil Day

 

World Soil Day seeks to raise awareness about soil and the issues affecting it such as erosion and pollution. This day aims to promote sustainable management of soil resources in order to ensure healthy ecosystems. It encourages people to help preserve global food supplies and food safety by improving soil health and preventing the loss of soil biodiversity.

World Soil Day was established in 2014 by the U.N General Assembly. It is observed annually on December 5th.

04 December - Navy Day India

 

Navy Day in India is celebrated on 4 December every year to recognize the achievements and role of the Indian Navy to the country. 4 December was chosen as on that day in 1971, during Operation Trident, the Indian Navy sank four Pakistani vessels including PNS Khaibar, killing hundreds of Pakistani Navy personnel.On this day, those who martyred in the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 are also remembered.

During the days leading up to Navy Day, during Navy Week and the days prior to that, various events take place such as an open sea swimming competition, ships are open for visitors and school children, there is a veteran sailors lunch, performances by the Naval Symphonic Orchestra take place, an Indian Navy Inter School Quiz Competition happens, a Navy Half Marathon as well as an air display for school children and the beating retreat and tattoo ceremonies happen.

03 December - Yashpal born in 1903

Yashpal ( 03 December 1903 – 26 December 1978) was a Hindi-language author, who is sometimes considered to be the poor man’s Premchand. A political commentator and a socialist, he wrote in a range of genres, including essays, novels and short stories, as well as a play, two travel books and an autobiography. He won the Hindi-language Sahitya Akademi Award for his novel, Meri Teri Uski Baat in 1976 and was also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan.

Yashpal's writings form an extension to his earlier life as a revolutionary in the cause of the Indian independence movement.