The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day is commemorated on January 19, every year. Since the Force's formation in 2006, the personnel have played a crucial role in the country's disaster management and community awareness for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). The 12 Battalions of the NDRF consist of specialised, multi-skilled personnel. These battalions are located at 16 different locations on the basis of the vulnerability profile. It is done to cut down the response time for their deployment at disaster sites.
The National Disaster Response Force was raised on January 19, 2006 as a premium rescue response force of the country. Their motto is 'Aapada Seva Sadaiv Sarvatra'. It means the sustained disaster response service under all circumstances. Every year since its establishment, the country celebrates the NDRF Raising Day. This year (2023) marked the 18th Raising Day.
Jan 16, 2023
National Start-up Day
National Start-up Day is celebrated on January 16. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry marked an entire week as National Start-up Week from January 10 to 16.
The Start-up India Innovation Week was organized by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The first day of Start-up India Innovation Week featured events, including a webinar on "Founders of Today, Leaders of Tomorrow," despite the lack of a set theme for the day.
The establishment of National Start-up Day on January 16 was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 15, 2022. The first National Start-up Day was observed in India that same year. PM Modi praised the expansion of start-ups over the previous few years as he spoke with aspiring business owners via video conference.
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.
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