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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Jan 15, 2023

Indian Army Day

Every year, Indian Army Day is celebrated on January 15 in honour of Field Marshal Kodandera M. Cariappa took charge as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army on this day from the last British Army Chief, General Francis Butcher, in 1949. In 2023, India celebrated the 75th anniversary of Indian Army Day.

Jan 12, 2023

National Youth Day

India celebrates National Youth Day on January 12, the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, to honour one of the greatest philosophers and spiritual leaders. This day is also known as the Yuva Diwas, as it marks his ideas on how the youth should work hard and contribute to their country's overall development while upholding their values.
In 1984, the Indian government took the decision to celebrate Swami Vivekananda's birthday as National Youth Day in an attempt to inspire, ignite, and empower the nation's youth. Vivekananda is an inspiration to countless young people in India and around the world.
The theme for National Youth Day 2023 was 'Viksit Yuva-Viksit Bharat'.

Jan 11, 2023

National Road Safety Week

Every year, the National Road Safety Week is celebrated from January 11 to 17. Organised by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, the week intends to spread awareness around road safety, which is a major concern for authorities as well as the government.
The National Road Safety Week was celebrated for the first time in 1989. On March 15, 2010 the Centre sanctioned the National Road Safety policy, recommended by the Sunder Committee.
The theme for National Road Safety Week 2023 was "Parvah krenge surakshit rahenge".

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day on January 11 raises awareness of the persistent issue of human trafficking. Though the entire month of January has already been recognized as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, this day is specifically dedicated to awareness and prevention of the illegal practice. This holiday is also separate from the World Day Against Trafficking Persons, as established by the United Nations. Since the Senate established this day of observance in 2007, it has drawn massive public support from individual donations to government-organized events. The horrific injustice of human trafficking can affect people of any race and background, and on this day we are all called to fight human trafficking wherever it exists.

Jan 10, 2023

World Hindi Day

World Hindi Diwas or Vishwa Hindi Divas is observed on January 10 annually. The day is dedicated to the Hindi language and its rich cultural heritage throughout the world.
Vishwa Hindi Divas is celebrated globally to commemorate the anniversary of the first time that Hindi was spoken in the United Nations General Assembly in 1949. The day has great significance because it was an opportunity for global Hindi speakers to promote the language and its literature.
In January 2006, was celebrated for the first time, as announced by then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Jan 09, 2023

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) or Non-Resident Indian Day is observed by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. The day is celebrated on January 9 to highlight the role of the Indian diaspora across the world and their contributions towards the country's progress. The celebration highlights the commitment of the Government of India to maintain and strengthen its ties with the overseas Indian community.
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is observed on January 9 because it is on this day in 1951 that Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi returned from South Africa. He contributed greatly to the cause of India's struggle for freedom against the British and came to be known as the "Father of the Nation."
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was established in the year 2000, but was first celebrated officially in 2003, in New Delhi. Initially, the day was celebrated annually till 2015, following which the event became a biennial.
A particular city is chosen, by The Ministry of External Affairs chooses a city to host the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebrations and for the year 2023, Indore was chosen to host the event, which will run from January 8 to 10.

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