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International Literacy Day
International Literacy Day is an annual international day observed worldwide to promote awareness, participation, and positive public action.
Date8 Sep 2026
Duration1 day
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About International Literacy Day
International Literacy Day brings people, institutions, and communities together around its annual theme. Activities may include education, public programmes, campaigns, community events, and calls for practical action.
CategoryInternational Days
TraditionInternational
Festival typeInternational Day
Observed inWorldwide
Published festival timing
Date, Day and Muhurat
September82026
Tuesday
8 September 2026, Tuesday
Muhurat will be updated when published
Fixed Gregorian calendar observance in 2026.
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When is International Literacy Day?+
International Literacy Day is observed on 8 September 2026, Tuesday.
Why is International Literacy Day celebrated?+
International Literacy Day is an annual international day observed worldwide to promote awareness, participation, and positive public action.
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