National Day (Myanmar) Explained

Holiday Name:National Day
Type:national
Observedby: Myanmar
Significance:Commemorates the anniversary of the first university student strike at Rangoon University in 1920.
Date:10th day after the full moon of Tazaungmon
Frequency:Annual

National Day is a public holiday in Myanmar, marking the anniversary of the first university student strike at Rangoon University in 1920.[1] [2] The date is based on the traditional Burmese calendar, occurring on the 10th day following the full moon of Tazaungmon. In Myanmar, National Day differs from Independence Day, which is marked on 4 January.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Public Holidays in Myanmar 2023 . 2023-03-03 . Myanmar eVisa (Official Government Website).
  2. Web site: Yeni . 2005-11-25 . Burma’s National Day . 2023-03-03 . The Irrawaddy.