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Indian Express
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025 Date: Will Pochishe Boishakh be celebrated on May 8, or May 9?
Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025 Date in India: Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti, Rabindra Jayanti or Poncheeshe Boishakh in Kolkata, celebrates the birth anniversary of an eminent Nobel laureate, Rabindranath Tagore. Tagore was a legendary Bengali poet, writer, painter, social reformer, and philosopher from West Bengal, India; he was the world's only poet whose songs are the anthems of two free nations – India and Bangladesh. Honoured and given titles like 'Gurudev', 'Kabiguru', and 'Biswakabi', Tagore has made remarkable contributions to literature, music, and art, shaping the cultural and political history of India. Rabindra Jayanti is usually observed on May 7 across most states in India, following the English Gregorian calendar, as it's believed he was born on 7 May 1861 in Kolkata. According to the Bengali calendar, Rabindranath Tagore was born on the 25th day of the month of Boishakh in the year 1422 of the Bengali era, which is why in West Bengal, Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti is celebrated according to the local calendar. The 25th day of the month of Boishakh primarily falls on 8th May or 9th May according to the Bengali calendar; this year, as we commemorate Rabindranath Tagore's 164th Jayanti, it is being observed on May 9, 2025, falling on a Friday. It is celebrated with cultural programs, poetry recitations, music (Rabindra Sangeet), and dance performances, especially in West Bengal and Bengali diaspora communities, honouring Tagore's legacy. The question of whether Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025 falls on May 8 or May 9 is generating significant interest, making the keyword 'Rabindra Jayanti' among the top searches on Google Search Trends. (Screenshot)
NDTV
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Rabindranath Tagore Birth Anniversary: Know History, Significance Of This Day
Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti, also known as Rabindra Jayanti or Poncheeshe Boishakh in Kolkata, is celebrated annually on May 7 to mark the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, one of India's most celebrated poets, writers and cultural icons. He was born on this day in Kolkata (then known as Calcutta) in 1861. This special day honours his contributions towards Indian literature, music and culture. Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti is a time for everyone to look back on the Nobel laureate's achievements and the legacy he left behind. Now, as we commemorate Rabindranath Tagore's 164th Jayanti, here's all you need to know about Rabindranath Tagore and the significance behind the day. Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025: Date Rabindranath Tagore was born on May 7, 1861, in Kolkata to Debendranath Tagore and Sarada Devi. He is best known for his contribution to the field of Bengali literature and politics. In West Bengal, Rabindra Jayanti is usually celebrated according to the Bengali calendar, on the 25th day of the month of Boishakh. So, this year, Rabindra Jayanti will be celebrated on May 9 in West Bengal. However, in other parts of India, people will mark Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti on May 7. Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025: History and significance Rabindranath Tagore - the poet, novelist, essayist, philosopher and musician - is one of the most respected figures in literature and politics. His poems, short stories, songs (referred to as Rabindra sangeet), plays, and novels are still revered and analysed in different fields of art. Tagore started writing short stories at the age of 16. His first short story was released in 1877. He wrote many stories between 1891 and 1895. The famous short stories written by him include Kabuliwala, Kshudita Pashan and Atithi. Tagore was a brilliant poet and artist who penned more than 2,000 songs and several novels, dance dramas and short stories. Some of Tagore's best works are Gora, Rakta Karabi, Ghare Baire, Shesher Kobita, Raja O Rani, Tasher Desh, Dena Paona and Shanchayita. Tagore gave the world ' Gitanjali ', a beautiful collection of sensitive Bengali poems which won him a Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. He also composed the national anthem of India (Jana Gana Mana) as well as Bangladesh (Amar Shonar Bangla). Tagore was also a visionary educator who revolutionised traditional classroom teaching and founded Visva-Bharati University in Santiniketan, West Bengal. He is famous by many names, including Gurudev, Kabiguru, Biswakabi, and he is often referred to as "the Bard of Bengal". A champion of social reform and universal humanism, Tagore's works advocate for harmony, empathy, and the celebration of diversity. As a philosopher, Tagore's ideas on education continue to provoke thought and inspire discourse, leaving an indelible mark on modern Indian thought. Tagore passed away on August 7, 1941. Decades after his death, his work continues to inspire new artists throughout the world.
