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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Dec 06, 2023

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2023: B. R. Ambedkar Death Anniversary

December 6 marks the Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2023, commemorating the death anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, a towering figure in the Indian history. As the architect of the Indian Constitution and a champion of social justice, his contributions have left an indelible mark on the nation.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution and Independent India's first Law Minister, was a multifaceted leader known for his tireless efforts against untouchability. In 1947, he established the 'Drafting Committee' to present the final constitution draft. His leadership and commitment to social reform are encapsulated in his significant role in shaping India's constitutional framework.

National Microwave Oven Day

National Microwave Oven Day, observed annually on December 6th, celebrates the invention and widespread adoption of this convenient kitchen appliance. It is a day to recognise the microwave oven's impact on modern life and its contribution to making cooking and food preparation more efficient and enjoyable.
National Microwave Oven Day was established in 2005 to celebrate the invention and widespread adoption of the microwave oven. The date of December 6th was chosen to commemorate the day in 1945 when Raytheon filed a patent for the microwave oven.

Dec 05, 2023

International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development

International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development is observed on December 5 ever year. The day is also referred to as International Volunteer Day (IVD) to recognise and promote the tireless work, not just of UN Volunteers, but of volunteers across the globe.
The United Nations General Assembly sanctioned the observance of International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development on December 17, 1985. Designated to be observed annually on December 5h worldwide, this day has since been embraced by the UN system, governments, civil society organisations, and others, fostering the spirit of volunteerism globally.

World Soil Day

World Soil Day is celebrated annually on December 5.
World Soil Day 2023 (WSD) and its campaign aim to raise awareness of the importance and relationship between soil and water in achieving sustainable and resilient agri-food systems.
In June 2013, the FAO Conference endorsed World Soil Day and later approached the 68th United National General Assembly and requested for its official adoption. Towards the end of 2013, the UN General Assembly designated December 5, 2014, as the first official World Soil Day.
According to the United Nations (UN), the theme for World Soil Day 2023 is 'Soil and water, a source of life.'

Dec 04, 2023

Navy Day

Navy Day in India is celebrated on December 4 every year to recognise the achievements and role of the Indian Navy to the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Navy Day celebrations at at the historic Sindhudurg Fort in Maharashtra and also unveiled a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort.
Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, hosted the event, featuring operational capabilities with 20 warships and 40 aircraft, including iconic models such as the LCA Navy, MiG 29K and MARCOS.
Navy Day, celebrated annually on December 4, commemorates Operation Trident, the audacious naval attack on Karachi harbour during the 1971 War.
This was the first time the navy organised such a mega event, which did not take place at any major naval station.

Dec 03, 2023

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Every year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed on December 3.
In 1992, the annual observance of the International Day of Disabled Persons was announced by the United Nations General Assembly resolution 47/3. The day was celebrated with the aim of understanding disability issues and gaining support to ensure that their rights to well-being, dignity and equal opportunities are practiced.
The theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2023 is 'United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by persons with disabilities'.

Dec 02, 2023

World Computer Literacy Day

Every year, World Computer Literacy Day is observed on December 2 worldwide to boost digital literacy and to support the initiatives for offering computer training to those who can't afford it. The day is aimed at empowering women and underprivileged sections of society with knowledge and information to make them a part of an increasingly tech-dependent world.
World Computer Literacy Day is an initiative of NIIT (National Institute of Information Technology), an Indian company. The day was established on December 2, 2001, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the institute.

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, observed annually on December 2, marks a significant moment in global history. It is a day dedicated to remembering and acknowledging the brutal history of slavery and the ongoing impacts of its legacy. The day originates from the United Nations General Assembly's adoption of the Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons and the Exploitation of the Prostitution of Others on December 2, 1949. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring struggle against slavery and its modern forms.
The theme for International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 2023 is 'Fighting slavery's legacy of racism through transformative education'.

National Pollution Control Day

The National Pollution Control Day is observed every year on December 2. It is marked in the memory of those who lost their lives in the 1984 Bhopal Gas tragedy that took place on December 2 and 3, 1984. It is estimated that at least 4,000 people died when a pesticide plant by American chemical company Union Carbide's pesticide plant began leaking the toxic methyl isocyanate gas into a populated area in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
Ever since, December 2 has been designated as National Pollution Control Day to raise awareness about how industrial disasters can be prevented and pollution controlled.
The theme for National Pollution Control Day 2023 is 'Sustainable Development for a Clean and Healthy Planet'.

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