Every year on 1 February, Indian Coast Guard Day is observed, paying homage to the maritime security organizations worldwide. These organizations are vital in ensuring a nation's maritime borders are secure, conducting search and rescue missions, and operating voluntarily to safeguard the country's interests at sea. Today, we delve into the significant historical events and notable figures associated with this day, providing a glimpse into the past that shaped the present.

Here is the list of major events on February 1 over the years
| Year | Events on February 1 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 1 February 1882 | Death of Nain Singh Rawat, one of the first Indian explorers who played a key role in mapping the Himalayas for the British. |
2 | 1 February 1884 | Publication of the main portion of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), marking a significant milestone in literature and language. |
3 | 1 February 1914 | Birth of Avtar Kishan Hangal, a renowned Hindi film actor and television artist, known for his work in over 225 films. |
4 | 1 February 1956 | Birth of Brahmanandam, a prominent actor known for his roles in Telugu cinema. |
5 | 1 February 1957 | Birth of Jackie Shroff, a stalwart of Indian cinema, famous for his roles in Bollywood films. |
6 | 1 February 1971 | Birth of Manoj Tiwari, an Indian politician, singer, actor, and Member of Parliament from North East Delhi. |
7 | 1 February 1971 | Birth of Ajay Jadeja, former professional cricketer and a regular member of the Indian cricket team between 1992-2000. |
8 | 1 February 1979 | Birth of Mehak Chahal, a Norwegian actress and model of Indian origin known for her work in Bollywood films. |
9 | 1 February 1982 | Death of Pandit Raghunath Murmu, inventor of the "Ol Chiki" script for the Santali language. |
10 | 1 February 2003 | Death of Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian origin to go to space. |
11 | 1 February 2010 | Death of Subir Raha, former director of Indian Oil Corporation and former chairman and managing director of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation. |
12 | 1 February (Annually) | Indian Coast Guard Day, observed to honor maritime security organizations worldwide and highlight their role in safeguarding the nation's maritime borders. |
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Story first published: Friday, January 31, 2025, 12:43 [IST]


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