International friendship day is  celebrated on 30 July every year.

Do you know ?

India continues to celebrate this special day on the first Sunday of August every year

But ?

the United Nations has designated July 30 as the International Friendship Day

The International Day of Friendship is a United Nations (UN) day that promotes the role that friendship plays in promoting peace in many cultures. It is observed on July 30 each year.

Is public holiday ?

No, The International Day of Friendship is a UN observance and not a public holiday.

Background

In 2011, the UN proclaimed the International Day of Friendship with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, and cultures can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.