Valentine’s Day in India is on February 14th every year, which is Valentine’s Day in our country, but in India it is called “Ibaramena”. On this day, men and women send each other gifts, bouquets and flowers to express their love and care for each other. At the same time, they will also go out to dinner, parties, or go kite flying, watching movies, and picnicking in the park. In addition, many couples get married on this day. So, although Valentine’s Day in India is not much different from Valentine’s Day in our country, it is still a romantic and memorable day.
Which country does not have Valentine’s Day on February 14th?
1. Saudi Arabia does not celebrate Valentine’s Day until February 14, because it goes against Islamic notions of etiquette.
2. Malaysia. Malaysia, where 60 percent of the population is Muslim, began banning the holiday in 2005, saying it had “Christian elements.” Christian groups have urged the council to reconsider, saying there is little connection between modern Valentine’s Day and Christianity. However, the ban remains in place, and couples celebrating could face penalties, including arrest.
3. Iran. In 2011, the Middle Eastern and Muslim-majority country banned the production of all goods and gifts associated with Valentine’s Day and the promotion of any day celebrating romantic love, which was seen as a sign of immorality and the spread of Western culture.
4. Uzbekistan. Valentine’s Day celebrations are not illegal in the country, but the country prefers to celebrate Babur, the Mughal emperor and descendant of Genghis Khan, who was born on February 14.
Uzbekistan is a secular country, but most of its citizens are Muslims.
5. Pakistan. Home to the world’s largest Muslim population, Pakistan banned any celebration, media reports or mention of Valentine’s Day in 2017 after filing a petition with the Islamabad High Court. The main reason for the move was because Valentine’s Day is an import of Western culture and goes against the teachings of Islam. But the decision was not well received among flower sellers and university students, and some still celebrate the holiday in secret.
6. India and Indonesia. India or Indonesia did not ban Valentine’s Day, but it was boycotted by radical religious groups in both countries. In India, Hindu nationalists protested against the holiday,