International Human Solidarity Day is observed on December 20. International Human Solidarity Day is celebrated to raise awareness of the need for our governments to uphold their commitments to international agreements. It is a day to celebrate Unity in Diversity.
In 2005, the United Nations General Assembly declared December 20 as International Human Solidarity Day to promote solidarity in accomplishing the Millennium Development Goals and tackling global concerns.
Dec 19, 2024
Goa Liberation Day
Goa Liberation Day is celebrated every year on December 19 to mark the freedom of Goa from Portuguese rule in 1961. This ended the struggle of freedom fighters against the 451 years of colonial rule. Goa gained independence on this day and became an integral part of India.
Good Governance Week to Begin on December 19, 2024
Good Governance Week 2024 is taking place from December 19 to December 24, 2024. As part of this national initiative, the Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore campaign is being held across more than 700 districts, states, and union territories of India. The campaign focuses on the redressal of public grievances and enhancing service delivery to rural areas. The campaign is a significant element of the Good Governance Week, which highlights the government's commitment to improving governance and reaching out to citizens, especially in rural areas.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the campaign's transformative approach, stating that it is not just a slogan but a grassroots democracy effort aimed at improving governance and ensuring that development reaches rural communities.
Dec 18, 2024
International Migrants Day
International Migrants' Day is annually marked on December 18.
International Migrants Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000, in response to the growing number of migrants across the world, in addition to, marking the establishment of the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, adopted by the United Nations in 1990, that came into force in 2003.
The theme for International Migrants Day 2024 is 'Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights.'
Minorities Rights Day in India
Minorities Rights Day in India is observed on December 18. The day is observed in India, every year to safeguard the constitutionally guaranteed rights of religious minorities in the country.
The establishment of Minorities Rights Day coincides with the adoption of the UN Declaration on December 18, 1992. This declaration emphasised the right of persons belonging to minorities to enjoy their own culture, practice their religion and use their language without discrimination.
In response to this, India took a significant step by creating the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) under the National Commission for Minorities Act (1992). This commission is tasked with safeguarding and promoting the rights of minority communities in the country.
Dec 17, 2024
Pensioners Day in India
Pensioners Day, observed annually on December 17 in India, is a tribute to D. S. Nakara, the pioneer who fought relentlessly for the rights and dignity of pensioners. This day commemorates the landmark Supreme Court judgment of 1982, which guaranteed equality and justice for retired officials and pensioners.
The liberal pension system introduced in 1979 benefited only those who retired after March 31, 1979.
D.S. Nakara challenged this discriminatory policy in court, arguing that it was a violation of equality.
Dec 16, 2024
Vijay Diwas 2024
Vijay Diwas, observed annually on December 16, commemorates India's decisive victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Indo-Pak War. This 13-day war, triggered by the humanitarian crisis in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), ended with the surrender of 93,000 Pakistani soldiers and the liberation of Bangladesh as an independent nation.
On this day in 1971, Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi of Pakistan signed the Instrument of Surrender in Dhaka, marking a historic moment led by Indian leaders like Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, and Lt. General Jagjit Singh Aurora. This victory reshaped South Asia's geopolitics, showcasing India's commitment to justice, humanity, and democratic values.
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