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DAYS AND EVENTS - January 2025

Jan 2025

Oct 17, 2025

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17, every year. It is a global observance, celebrated to raise awareness about the fight against poverty and to address the need for sustainable solutions to uplift vulnerable communities. Poverty is not only a challenge but it is also a barrier to achieving social justice and development. This day serves as a reminder of the importance of collective action to achieve a poverty-free world.
It was first observed on October 17, 1987, when over 100,000 people gathered in Paris to honour the victims of poverty, hunger, and violence. This event marked the beginning of a global movement to fight against poverty. In 1992, the United Nations officially recognised October 17 as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.
The theme for 2025 is 'Ending social and institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families'.

Oct 16, 2025

World Anaesthesia Day

World Anaesthesia Day is observed annually on October 16 to commemorate the first successful use of ether anaesthesia in surgery, which took place in 1846. The day celebrates the advances in anaesthesiology and recognises the essential role that anaesthesia plays in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and improved surgical outcomes.
On this day in 1846, American dentist Dr. William T.G. Morton administered ether to a patient at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, allowing a painless surgery to take place. This event is widely regarded as the birth of modern anaesthesia, revolutionising surgery by making it possible for patients to undergo complex procedures without the agony of feeling pain.
For 2025, the theme for World Anaesthesia Day 2025 is 'Anaesthesiology in Health Emergencies'.

World Food Day

World Food Day is celebrated every year on October 16. It marks the founding of the UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in 1945.
World Food Day was officially established by FAO in 1979, though FAO itself was founded in 1945. The idea emerged at FAO's 20th General Conference. The goal is to remind the world of the issues of hunger, food security, and agriculture. Since then, over 150 countries mark it every year. The creation of this day helps focus attention, prompt discussion, and inspire action to reduce hunger and improve food systems.
The theme for World Food Day 2025 is 'Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future'.

Oct 15, 2025

World Students' Day

World Students' Day is celebrated on October 15 each year. This day marks the birth anniversary of India's Former President; Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam.
The United Nations designated October 15 as World Students' Day to honour Dr. Kalam's birthday, reflecting his legacy and promoting the values he advocated. A fervent supporter of education, Dr. Kalam believed in the ability of students to bring meaningful changes in the world.

Oct 14, 2025

World Standards Day

Each year on October 14, the members of the IEC, ISO and ITU celebrate World Standards Day, which is a means of paying tribute to the collaborative efforts of thousands of experts worldwide who develop the voluntary technical agreements that are published as international standards.

Oct 13, 2025

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction

The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is observed on October 13 every year across the globe.
In 2009, the UN General Assembly decided to designate October 13 as the official date for this day, and also changed the name to International Day for Disaster Reduction. The word Risk was added to the name later.

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