🗓️ On This Day – 2nd May: A Glance Through History
Welcome to “On
This Day”, a daily series by AssamJobsGuide.com where we highlight
major events that happened on this date in history. Today, we explore the
historical relevance of May 2nd across the globe, in India, and Assam.
🌍 Global Events on May 2
- 1945 – Fall of Berlin: Soviet
forces captured Berlin during World War II, marking the collapse of Nazi
Germany.
- 2011 – Death of Osama bin Laden:
The most wanted terrorist in the world, Osama bin Laden, was killed by
U.S. Navy SEALs in Abbottabad, Pakistan.
🇮🇳 Notable Indian Events on May 2
- 1953 – Film Debut of Kishore Kumar:
The iconic playback singer and actor debuted in the film “Andolan”.
- 1972 – Manipur Assembly Elections:
The state of Manipur held its first Legislative Assembly elections after
gaining full statehood earlier that year.
🏞️ Assam & Northeast India on May 2
Though not a
holiday in Assam, May 2nd often witnesses:
- Cultural programs and poetry
readings in educational institutions.
- Discussions and debates during
political transitions, especially in post-election periods in the state.
- The day is also used by educators
to reflect on the works of legends like Satyajit Ray.
🎂 Notable Birthdays on May 2
- Satyajit Ray (1921) – Legendary Indian filmmaker,
writer, and music composer, honored with an Academy Honorary Award in
1992.
- Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (1972) – American actor, former
wrestler, and global entertainment icon.
- David Beckham (1975) – Former English football captain
and international sports celebrity.
🕊️ Notable Deaths on May 2
- Leonardo da Vinci (1519) – Iconic Renaissance artist and
inventor whose ideas were centuries ahead of his time.
- Joseph McCarthy (1957) – U.S. Senator known for his
controversial anti-communist campaign during the Cold War.
💬 Quote of the Day
🧠 Did You Know?
- Satyajit Ray was also an illustrator
and writer who created the famous detective character “Feluda”.
- Leonardo da Vinci sketched designs
for flying machines and solar-powered devices centuries before modern
science made them real.
🧾 Closing Thoughts
May 2nd stands as a testament to creative
genius, political change, and historical consequences. From the battlefield of
Berlin to the artistic brilliance of Satyajit Ray, this day brings a variety of
events to remember.
📅 Stay tuned with AssamJobsGuide.com as we continue uncovering the stories that shaped each day in our ‘On This Day’ series.
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