The International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members
The United Nations observes the International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members on March 25 every year to honour the memory of Alec Collett, a journalist who died while on a UN mission after being kidnapped. The purpose of this day is to acknowledge the contributions of UN personnel and the risks they take to carry out humanitarian work, as well as to remember those who have lost their lives in service to the UN.
The International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members was first observed by the United Nations (UN) in 1993. The day was created to recognize the work of UN personnel who have been detained, kidnapped, or have gone missing while carrying out their duties on behalf of the UN. The date, March 25th, was chosen to commemorate the abduction of Alec Collett, a former journalist and UN staff member who was kidnapped in 1985 while on assignment for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Collett was held captive for over six years before his death in 1991.
International Day of the Unborn Child
The International Day of the Unborn Child is observed annually on March 25 to commemorate the opposition to abortion, established by Pope John Paul II. The day is recognised to create awareness among people about protecting the unborn children, advocating against abortion, and respecting the dignity of human life starting from the day of conception.
The International Day of the Unborn Child was established by the Pope John Paul II. He considered the day as a means to favour the beginning of life and respect the dignity of human kind right from the conception.
El Salvador in 1993 established the Day of the Right to Be Born. Various countries like Argentina, Republic of Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Chile established the Day of the Conceived and Unborn in 1999, the National Day of the Unborn in 2000, and the National Day of Life Before Birth in 2001.
Nicaragua is the first ever nation that observed the Day of the Unborn Child in 2000. Later, Dominican Republic and Peru also observed the day in 2001 and 2002 respectively.
Mar 24, 2024
World Tuberculosis (TB) Day
World Tuberculosis Day, observed on March 24 each year, is designed to build public awareness about the global epidemic of tuberculosis (TB) and efforts to eliminate the disease.
March 24, 1882 is considered a significant date in the battle against tuberculosis as it is on this day that Dr Robert Koch discovered the bacteria that cause TB. This groundbreaking announcement led to better understanding, diagnosis, and eventual treatment of the disease. It was not before the year 1982, on the centenary of Dr. Koch's discovery that the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (IUATLD) proposed observing March 24 as World TB Day to raise awareness about TB and its global impact. The first World TB Day was officially observed in 1983, and since then, it has become an annual event.
'Yes! We can end TB' is the theme for World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2024.
Mar 23, 2024
World Meteorological Day
World Meteorological Day is celebrated on March 23 every year.
World Meteorological Day was established in 1950 by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) to commemorate the entry into force of the World Meteorological Organisation Convention on March 23, 1950. The day was first celebrated in 1951, and has since become an annual event. World Meteorological Day is a day to celebrate the achievements of the WMO and its member states in the field of meteorology and hydrology.
The theme of World Meteorological Day 2024 is 'At the Frontline of Climate Action'.
Mar 22, 2024
Bihar Diwas
Bihar Diwas or Bihar Day is celebrated every year on March 22 in India. The day marks the anniversary of the founding of Bihar state in 1912. The state was previously part of the Bengal Presidency. The first Bihar Diwas event was organised in 2010.
Bihar Diwas is a significant day to celebrate the history, culture, and rich heritage of Bihar. The day also presents an opportunity to recognize the contributions of Bihar's leaders to the nation's development and to promote unity and harmony among people from different communities.
World Water Day
World Water Day is observed on March 22 every year. This day is dedicated to highlighting the necessity of water and the need to conserve it. It also serves as a reminder that water is a natural resource that is irreplaceable in our daily lives.
The history of World Water Day dates back to 1993, when the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution declaring that a day should be set aside to raise awareness about the importance of fresh and clean water in our lives.
The theme of World Water Day 2024 is 'Water for Peace'.
Mar 21, 2024
World Poetry Day
World Poetry Day is celebrated every year on the 21st of March. This day is dedicated to poetry and the celebration of literature in all forms.
The day was first approved by the UNESCO in 1999, and it was established with the goal of encouraging and supporting regional, national, and international poetic movements. The UNESCO also noted that the day would serve as a platform for the promotion of linguistic diversity.
"Standing on the Shoulders of Giants" is the theme for World Poetry Day 2024. The theme highlights iconic writers of the past whose trailblazing works enlarged poetry's footprint across cultures.
World Forestry Day
World Forestry Day is celebrated annually on March 21.
The idea of World Forestry Day was proposed in 1971 by the General Assembly of the European Confederation of Agriculture. March 21 was chosen by the United Nations as it aligns with the Vernal Equinox and Autumn Equinox in the northern and southern hemispheres, respectively.
The theme for World Forestry Day 2024, 'Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World,' highlights the importance of forests in fostering innovation and addressing global challenges.
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