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DAYS AND EVENTS - June 2021

Jun 2021

Sep 15, 2023

World Lymphoma Awareness Day

World Lymphoma Awareness Day (WLAD) is an annual event observed on September 15. It is dedicated to increasing awareness about lymphoma, a group of blood cancers that affect the lymphatic system, a crucial part of our immune system. Lymphomas come in various forms, with Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma being the two main types.
Since its launch in 2004, WLAD has made its mark internationally.

International Day of Democracy

International Day of Democracy is celebrated on September 15 every year to uphold and honour the values of democracy which is one of the most popular forms of government in the world.
The day was established after a resolution was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2007, encouraging governments to strengthen and consolidate democracy.
Since it was first observed in 2008, a number of parliamentary events have been held worldwide, including photo competitions, workshops for children and televised debates on this day.
The theme for the International Day of Democracy 2023 is 'Empowering the next generation'.

National Engineer's Day (India)

National Engineers' Day in India is celebrated on September 15 every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, one of the greatest engineers of India. He was born on September 15, 1861, and is widely regarded as a pioneering engineer and statesman who made significant contributions to the development of India. Visvesvaraya was a civil engineer, statesman, and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the development of the country. He is credited with designing and building several iconic structures, including the Krishna Raja Sagara Dam, the Mysore Palace, and the Bangalore Water Supply Scheme.
The government first declared September 15 as National Engineers' Day in 1968. The day is celebrated by engineers across India to honour Visvesvaraya's legacy and to recognize the contributions of all engineers to society.
The theme for National Engineers' Day in 2023 is 'Engineering for a Sustainable Future.'

Sep 14, 2023

Hindi Diwas

Hindi Diwas is celebrated on September 14 every year in India.
The history of Hindi Diwas dates back to the early days of the Indian independence movement. In 1918, a group of Hindi scholars and activists formed the Hindi Sahitya Sammelan (Hindi Literary Conference) to promote the use of Hindi as a national language. The Sammelan played a key role in the adoption of Hindi as the official language of India.
On September 14, 1949 the Constituent Assembly of India adopted Hindi as the official language of the newly independent nation. This decision was taken to promote and develop Hindi as the lingua franca of India and to unite the diverse linguistic and cultural regions of the country.

Sep 12, 2023

United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation

Every year, the United Nations marks September 12 as the UN Day for South-South Cooperation. The International Labour Organization (ILO) plays a pivotal role in championing workers' rights on a global scale, and in an increasingly interconnected world it recognizes the significance of South-South and triangular cooperation as a key avenue for achieving its mission. The ILO has also helped to establish the role of South-South collaboration in supporting countries to meet their development goals, and in the achievement of the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Cooperation among nations has been a fundamental principle of the United Nations (UN) since its inception. The focus on South-South cooperation has grown in significance due to increasing disparities in income, GDP, and human development between countries from different regions. The primary objective of this initiative is to foster collaboration among developing nations. This led to the establishment of the United Nations Development Program in 1965 and, in 1974, the creation of the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation as a key UN body responsible for coordinating various cooperation efforts.
The theme for 2023 is 'Solidarity, Equity and Partnership: Unlocking South-South Cooperation to Achieve the SDGs'.

Sep 11, 2023

National Forest Martyrs Day

National Forest Martyrs Day is commemorated every year on September 11. A series of events and activities are organised by many major organisations along with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate National Forest Martyrs Day 2023 is an epitomic date which amplifies the awareness regarding the importance of wildlife and nature. It is necessary for everyone to understand the vitality of protecting forests, trees and our environment. This day also highlights the commitments and sacrifices that our forest rangers, guards and officers have been going through tremendously.
However, the day's history can be traced back to the Khejarli Massacre in 1730.
In 1730, the historic Khejarli massacre occurred within the Marwar Kingdom when Maharaja Abhai Singh of Rajasthan ordered the cutting of trees in the Bishnoi village of Khejarli to obtain timber for a new palace. The Bishnoi community vehemently opposed this action and were willing to lay down their lives to protect the forest. Ultimately, in response to these events, the orders were revoked.
In remembrance of the sacrifices made by the Bishnoi community, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change selected September 11 to observe National Forest Martyrs Day in 2013.

Sep 10, 2023

World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), celebrated annually September 10, is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO). The event represents a global commitment to focus attention on suicide prevention.
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO).
The theme of World Suicide Prevention Day 2023 is 'Creating hope through action'.

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