On February 9, a series of noteworthy events and remarkable births and deaths have dotted the annals of Indian history, painting a vivid picture of the nation's rich cultural and historical tapestry. From the birth of freedom fighters and artists to the demise of cinema legends and social activists, this day encapsulates the multifaceted nature of India's heritage.

Here is the list of major events on February 9 over the years
| Year | Events on February 9 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 9 February 1806 | Birth of Telanga Kharia, an Indian tribal freedom fighter who led a rebellion against British rule in the Chhota Nagpur region. |
2 | 9 February 1913 | Birth of Mehar Lal Soni Zia Fatehabadi, an Urdu ghazal and nazm writer, known for his contributions to Indian literature. |
3 | 9 February 1922 | Birth of Captain Chittarath Poovakkatt Krishnan Nair, an Indian businessman and founder of "The Leela Group"; recipient of the Padma Bhushan in 2010. |
4 | 9 February 1968 | Birth of Rahul Roy, an Indian actor, producer, and former model, known for his work in Bollywood and television. |
5 | 9 February 1968 | Birth of Nikesh Arora, an Indian businessman and former Google executive. |
6 | 9 February 1979 | Death of Raja Paranjape, a renowned actor, director, producer, and writer in Marathi and Hindi cinema. |
7 | 9 February 1984 | Birth of Udita Goswami, an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi cinema. |
8 | 9 February 2000 | Death of Shobhana Samarth, an actress and producer of Marathi ethnicity, known for her pioneering work in early Hindi talkie films. |
9 | 9 February 2006 | Death of Farhat Ezekiel Nadira, a celebrated Hindi film actress known for her beauty and talent. |
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Story first published: Saturday, February 8, 2025, 13:05 [IST]


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