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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Jun 29, 2025

International Day of the Tropics

The International Day of the Tropics, observed annually on June 29, is a day dedicated to recognising the incredible diversity and importance of the world's tropical regions. This special day aims to raise global awareness about the unique challenges and opportunities faced by tropical areas, while highlighting their crucial role in our planet's ecosystem and human society.
The United Nations General Assembly established the International Day of the Tropics in June 2016, through resolution A/RES/70/267. The date of June 29 was chosen to commemorate the anniversary of the first 'State of the Tropics Report,' launched in 2014 by Myanmar's Nobel Laureate, Aung San Suu Kyi.

National Statistics Day

National Statistics Day is celebrated on June 29 every year to acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional contributions made by statisticians in India, particularly honouring the birth anniversary of eminent statistician (Late) Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, widely recognised as the 'Father of Indian Statistics'. The celebration aims to popularise statistics as a field of study and highlight its importance in policy-making and everyday life. To achieve this, various seminars, campaigns, and programs are conducted across the country to mark the day.
National Statistics Day in India was first celebrated in 2007, following a Gazette notification on June 5, 2007, which declared June 29, the birth anniversary of P. C. Mahalanobis, as Statistics Day. It was categorised as a special day of national importance to raise awareness about the significance of statistics in nation-building.

Jun 27, 2025

Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day

Every year on June 27, the world observes MSME Day to recognise the immense contribution of Micro-, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) to economic development, job creation, innovation, and sustainability. Declared by the United Nations in 2017, the day is an opportunity to highlight the critical role these enterprises play globally, particularly in developing economies, where they serve as the backbone of local growth and entrepreneurship.
The theme for MSME Day 2025 is 'Enhancing the role of MSMEs as drivers of Sustainable Growth and Innovation.'

Jun 26, 2025

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

The world observes the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking annually on June 26, also known as 'World Drug Day', to raise awareness of the global drug crisis and promote multilateral action toward prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
In December 1987, the General Assembly of the United Nations set aside June 26 of each year as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking to be observed worldwide.

Jun 23, 2025

United Nations Public Service Day

United Nations Public Service Day is annually celebrated on June 23.
On December 20, 2002, the United Nations General Assembly officially designated June 23 as "Public Service Day" in resolution A/RES/57/277. The resolution encouraged Member States to organize special events on the day to highlight the contribution of public service to the development process.
The first United Nations Public Service Day was celebrated on June 23, 2003.
The date of June 23 was chosen to mark the anniversary of the Convention on Labor Relations (Public Service), adopted by the International Labor Organization in 1978 (No. 151).
Events like the United Nations Public Service Forum 2025, were held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with focus on collaborative governance, capacity-building, and honouring excellence through the United Nations Public Service Awards program.
This year's (2025) theme 'Five Years to 2030: Accelerating Public Service Delivery for a Sustainable Future', calls on governments and institutions to embrace innovation and transformation to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the remaining years.

International Olympic Day

International Olympic Day is celebrated on June 23rd every year. This day celebrates the Olympic spirit and encourages people to get involved in sports.
The International Olympic Day was established in 1948 and commemorates the foundation of the International Olympic Committee back on June 23rd, 1894. The IOC was originally founded in Paris by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, who was responsible for the revival of the ancient Olympic Games. Initially celebrated across nine countries, the International Olympic Day has since become a globally celebrated occasion.

Jun 22, 2025

World Rainforest Day

World Rainforest Day, observed annually on June 22 worldwide, is dedicated to protecting, preserving, and conserving rainforests for future generations.
Initiated by the Rainforest Partnership in 2017, World Rainforest Day celebrates the importance of maintaining healthy, intact rainforests for climate stability, biodiversity preservation, cultural heritage, and sustainable livelihoods. It serves as a global platform to promote efforts in safeguarding and restoring these vital environments.

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