Origins of Sunday as a Weekly Holiday in India During British Colonial Era

Sunday became a weekly holiday in India during British colonial rule, officially starting on June 10, 1890. Initially a Christian tradition observed by British officials, the practice expanded to Indian workers following a seven-year labor movement led by Narayan Meghaji Lokhande, who advocated for workers' right to rest. Before this, rest days varied regionally based on local religious customs. The establishment of Sunday as a holiday marked a significant milestone in Indian labor rights history.