Samta Diwas is the celebration of birth anniversary of nationalist politician Babu Jagjivan Ram. Born on April 5, 1908, he is a famous politician. The day emphasizes on bringing about equality among all spheres of the society. His beliefs were of great significance in the past era as there was predominance of multi layered society. He focused on the harsh rules of the society and pressed for the abolishment of this society. .
Samta Diwas is celebrated with by a variety of activities. Functions are organized in various parts of the country. These functions spread his beliefs to maintain equality among all spheres of society. His contributions in curving the oppression of higher class over the lower class of the society is something that is valued even today.
Samta Diwas is a very popular festival in various parts of India. It will be celebrated on April 5, this year.
| Festivals in April 2012 |
| Festival Name | Festivals Day/Date |
| Ram Navmi | 1 Apr, Sunday |
| April Fool's Day | 1 Apr, Sunday |
| Arattupuzha pooram | 4 Apr, Wednesday |
| Bengali New Year (Bohag Bihu ) | 4 Apr, Wednesday |
| Mahavir Jayanti | 5 Apr, Thursday |
| Good Friday | 6 Apr, Friday |
| Hanuman Jayanti | 6 Apr, Friday |
| Easter | 8 Apr, Sunday |
| Baisakhi | 13 Apr, Friday |
| Jalianwala Day | 13 Apr, Friday |
| Tamil New Year | 13 Apr, Wednesday |
| Vishu Festival | 14 Apr, Saturday |
| Ambedkar Jayanti | 14 Apr, Saturday |
| Tulip Festival | 16 - 21 Apr, Monday(starting) |
| World Haemophilia Day | 17 Apr, Tuesday |
| World Heritage Day | 18 Apr, Wednesday |
| Earth Day | 22 Apr, Sunday |
| Akshay Tritiya | 24 Apr, Tuesday |
| Parshuram Jayanti | 24 Apr, Tuesday |
| Manav Ekta Divas | 24 Apr, Tuesday |
| Marwar Fair | 28 - 29 Oct, Sunday-Monday |
| Railway Week | April |
| Sai Baba Puja Utsav | April |
| Samta Diwas | April |