The 22nd of February holds a distinguished place in history, marked by the global celebration of World Thinking Day and World Scout Day. These observances not just honor scouting's founder, Robert Baden-Powell, on his birthday but also cherish the support and counsel shared among siblings worldwide. This day intertwines moments of historical significance, commemorating notable births, deaths, and groundbreaking events that have shaped the course of history.

Here is the list of major events on February 22 over the years
| Year | Events on February 22 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 22 February, 1854 | Cowasji Nanabhai Davar established "The Bombay Spinning Mills," marking the start of India's industrialization. |
2 | 22 February, 1863 | Birth of Chamarajendra Wadiyar X, the twenty-third Maharaja of the Mysore Empire. |
3 | 22 February, 1892 | Birth of Indulal Yagnik, a prominent figure in India's freedom struggle. |
4 | 22 February, 1944 | Death of Kasturba Gandhi, wife of Mohandas Gandhi, a key figure in India's independence movement. |
5 | 22 February, 1958 | Death of Abul Kalam Azad, a prominent scholar and leader in India's political landscape. |
6 | 22 February, 1964 | Birth of Sooraj Barjatya, renowned Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter. |
7 | 22 February, 1982 | Birth of Shilpa Shukla, an acclaimed film and stage actress. |
8 | 22 February, 1987 | Birth of Gurmeet Choudhary, a celebrated film actor, television personality, and dancer. |
9 | 22 February, 1997 | Death of Urmila Bhatt, a veteran actress in Hindi cinema. |
10 | 22 February, 2025 | World Thinking Day and World Scout Day are observed globally, honoring scouting's founder, Robert Baden-Powell, and promoting international friendship. |
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Story first published: Friday, February 21, 2025, 10:00 [IST]


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