Civil Services Day: 21 April

The Government of India celebrates April 21 every year as ‘Civil Services Day’ for the civil servants to rededicate themselves to the cause of citizens and renew their commitment to public service and excellence in work. 

The first such function was held in Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi on April 21, 2006. 

On the occasion, Prime Minister conferred “Prime Minister Award for Excellence in Public Administration”. 

This date coincides with the date when the first Home Minister of Independent India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel addressing the first batch of Indian Administrative Services officers at Metcalf House, New Delhi.