Good Governance Day is observed in India every December 25. This annual observance was declared by the Indian government in 2014 to honor the birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the eleventh Prime Minister of India, who was born on December 25, 1924. Vajpayee served as Prime Minister in three non-consecutive terms and was the first Prime Minister outside the Indian National Congress to complete a full term. The day is recognized as a working day for the government and is intended to promote good governance practices. However, it has faced criticism from the Indian National Congress, the principal opposition party, for coinciding with Christmas. The observance emphasizes the importance of effective governance in India, reflecting Vajpayee's legacy and contributions to the country.