The concept of celebrating Father's Day is very new in India. The idea
of celebrating Fathers Day has been imported from western countries
mainly US, perhaps less than a decade ago. However, it is remarkable to
note that the idea of observing a day in honor of fathers has been
appreciated by Indians to a large extent. Today, millions of people in
India observe Father's Day on the third Sunday of June by
expressing gratitude for their father or men who are like father.
Father's Day Celebration in India
Father's Day celebration in India takes place in the same way as in UK
or US though in a limited way. Awareness about Fathers Day festival is
much greater in metropolitan cities and bigger towns due to the greater
exposure of people to the western cultures in such places. But thanks to
the rigorous advertising campaign launched by card companies and gift
sellers the idea of celebrating Father's Day is fast catching on with
people in smaller towns and cities of India.
Just as in UK and US people in India too, celebrate Father's Day by
expressing gratitude and love for Papa. Children gift cards, flowers and
other gifts of love to their dad to show their affection. Dining in
restaurants or going out for picnic or movie is another common way of
celebrating Fathers Day in India.
Several schools and cultural societies in India organize cultural
programs on Father's Day. The idea behind such programmes is to inspire
children to pay due respect to their dad and take care of them. Fathers
are also encouraged to spend quality time with their children and
instill in them noble values and manners.
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