Mauritius, a beacon of success in Africa, celebrates its Independence Day every year on March 12. This day commemorates two significant milestones: the country's independence from Britain in 1968 and its transition to a republic in 1992. Mauritius stands out for its economic prosperity, rich cultural heritage, and peaceful society, free from civil unrest. These achievements highlight the nation's remarkable journey since gaining independence.

Here is the list of major events on March 12 over the years
| Year | Events on March 12 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 12 March, 1209 | Persian poet Dhamma al-Din Abu Mohammad Iljas Miami passed away, leaving behind a legacy of literary works. |
2 | 12 March, 1447 | Shahrukh Mirza, ruler of Persia and Transoxiana, passed away, marking the end of his reign. |
3 | 12 March, 1894 | Coca-Cola was sold in bottles for the first time in a candy store in Vicksburg, Mississippi, revolutionizing the beverage industry. |
4 | 12 March, 1913 | Birth of Yashwantrao Chavan, an Indian politician who played a key role in India's political landscape. |
5 | 12 March, 1930 | Mahatma Gandhi initiated the historic 200-mile Salt March to protest the British salt tax, a defining moment in India's independence movement. |
6 | 12 March, 1964 | Birth of Indian singer Falguni Pathak, known for her contributions to Indian pop and folk music. |
7 | 12 March, 1968 | Birth of actor Neeraj Kabi, known for his performances in Indian cinema and theatre. |
8 | 12 March, 1968 | Mauritius gained independence from Britain, marking the beginning of its journey as a sovereign nation. |
9 | 12 March, 1972 | Birth of Kamal Khan, Indian playback singer. |
10 | 12 March, 1974 | Birth of Yash A. Patnaik, Indian television producer and screenwriter. |
11 | 12 March, 1980 | Birth of Vidyut Jammwal, Indian actor and martial artist. |
12 | 12 March, 1984 | Birth of Shreya Ghoshal, Indian playback singer, known for her melodious voice and numerous awards. |
13 | 12 March, 1992 | Mauritius transitioned from a constitutional monarchy to a republic. |
14 | 12 March, 1993 | Bombay bomb blasts killed 317 people in a devastating terrorist attack. |
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Story first published: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 7:13 [IST]


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