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DAYS AND EVENTS - January 2026

Jan 2026

Mar 21, 2026

World Poetry Day 2026 celebrated worldwide

World Poetry Day 2026 was observed globally on March 21, highlighting poetry as a bridge across cultures. Established by UNESCO, the day promotes reading, writing, and sharing poems while encouraging linguistic diversity in classrooms, festivals, and online platforms. The 2026 edition featured readings, workshops, and cultural programs to engage audiences of all ages and celebrate linguistic variety. Advocates emphasised poetry’s role in fostering empathy and social cohesion in multilingual societies. The celebration also encouraged young writers to publish and collaborate with mentors, with schools, libraries, and cultural centers organizing readings to mark the occasion.

Date: 21 March 2026
Organiser: UNESCO-backed World Poetry Day
Activities: readings, workshops, competitions
Aim: promote linguistic diversity and poetry's cultural value
Focus: engagement of youth and communities

Mar 19, 2026

Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 begins in New Delhi

The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 begins in New Delhi, running from 19 to 22 March 2026 at Yashobhoomi. The global power sector conference and exhibition is expected to attract over 25,000 visitors from more than 80 countries. It features more than 100 sessions, over 300 speakers, and more than 500 exhibitors, including 100 startups. Topics include energy transition, clean power, policy frameworks, and investment opportunities. The summit gathers international energy ministers, industry leaders, policymakers, and investors, reflecting India’s growing role in the global energy transition and its influence on future electricity markets.

Dates: 19–22 March 2026
Venue: Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
Expected attendees: 25,000+ from 80+ countries
Sessions: 100+; Speakers: 300+; Exhibitors: 500+
Focus: energy transition, policy, investments

Mar 16, 2026

Purple Fest at Rashtrapati Bhavan Celebrates Divyangjan Talent

Rashtrapati Bhavan hosted Purple Fest on 13 March 2026 to recognise the talent, achievements and dreams of Divyangjan. The day promoted inclusion, respect and awareness about their abilities. Thousands of participants joined the celebration and enjoyed activities designed for them. During the day, more than 8,000 Divyangjan visited Amrit Udyan, which was opened exclusively for them on this day. In the evening, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, attended the festival at the Open Air Theatre in the President’s Estate. She watched cultural performances presented by talented Divyangjan artists, underscoring the government’s commitment to empowering persons with disabilities and broadening public access to national spaces.

Purple Fest on 13 March 2026 celebrated Divyangjan talent and inclusion.
More than 8,000 Divyangjan visited Amrit Udyan.
President Droupadi Murmu attended the event at the Open Air Theatre.
Cultural performances highlighted achievements of Divyangjan artists.
Festival underscored government commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

Mar 15, 2026

World Consumer Rights Day 2026: Protecting consumer rights and promoting sustainable choices

World Consumer Rights Day is observed on 15 March each year to promote protection and empowerment for consumers worldwide. The day began in 1983 to mark John F. Kennedy's 1962 speech to the U.S. Congress where he highlighted consumer rights for the first time on a global stage. In 2025, the theme was A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles, emphasizing affordable, healthy choices for all while protecting rights. India marks the occasion with campaigns on consumer protection, redress mechanisms, and fair-trade practices. Authorities highlight the role of digital platforms in transparent pricing and safe products. The observance aligns with national consumer protection goals and inclusion.

Origin of World Consumer Rights Day: 1983, JFK's 1962 speech.
2025 theme: A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles.
India's observed focus: consumer protection, redress, fair trade.
Emphasis on digital platforms, price transparency, and safe products.
Aligned with India's broader consumer protection and inclusion goals.

Mar 14, 2026

International Day of Action for Rivers 2026 Observed on 14 March

The International Day of Action for Rivers is observed on 14 March 2026 with the theme 'Our Rivers, Our Future.' The day highlights the critical role of rivers in health, livelihoods, and ecosystems. It notes that global rivers receive millions of tons of sewage, industrial, and agricultural waste daily, stressing the need for pollution reduction, river restoration, and transboundary cooperation, especially in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region with major rivers such as the Indus, Ganges, and Brahmaputra. The observance calls for coordinated action by governments, communities, and civil society to safeguard freshwater resources and promote sustainable water management.

Observation date: 14 March 2026; theme: Our Rivers, Our Future.
Reason: awareness about river health and management.
Context: HKH region and major transboundary rivers mentioned.
Facts: high daily pollution levels global rivers face.
Call to action: government, communities, and civil society cooperation.

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