Key Observances and Dates in September 2024
Presented by Shree Vaishno Institute (SVI)
1st September – National Nutrition Week
National Nutrition Week is observed from 1st to 7th September to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition and healthy eating habits. This week encourages people to focus on their diet and understand the significance of nutrition for overall well-being.
5th September – Teachers’ Day (India)
Teachers’ Day in India is celebrated in honor of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan’s birthday. It recognizes the invaluable contributions of teachers to society. Students express their gratitude to teachers through various activities on this day.
5th September – International Day of Charity
The International Day of Charity is observed to raise awareness about charitable work and encourage people globally to engage in charitable activities. It was established by the United Nations in memory of Mother Teresa.
8th September – International Literacy Day
International Literacy Day, designated by UNESCO, emphasizes the importance of literacy as a fundamental human right and a tool for personal and societal development. The day promotes efforts to improve literacy rates worldwide.
10th September – World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day is organized by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and endorsed by WHO. The day aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote actions that can prevent suicide.
14th September – Hindi Diwas (India)
Hindi Diwas is celebrated in India to mark the adoption of Hindi as one of the official languages of the country on this day in 1949. The day promotes the Hindi language through various events and activities.
15th September – Engineer’s Day (India)
Engineer’s Day in India is celebrated in honor of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, acknowledging his contributions to engineering. The day recognizes the role of engineers in the development of the nation.
15th September – International Day of Democracy
The International Day of Democracy, established by the United Nations, serves as a day to review the state of democracy globally and to promote democratic values and practices.
16th September – World Ozone Day
World Ozone Day, officially known as the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, marks the signing of the Montreal Protocol in 1987. The day raises awareness about the importance of protecting the ozone layer.
21st September – International Day of Peace
Also known as World Peace Day, the International Day of Peace is dedicated to promoting peace among nations and people. The United Nations General Assembly declared it as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence.
21st September – World Alzheimer’s Day
World Alzheimer’s Day focuses on raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It also supports those affected by these conditions.
22nd September – World Car-Free Day
World Car-Free Day encourages people to give up their cars for a day to reduce carbon emissions and promote walking, cycling, and other eco-friendly modes of transport.
23rd September – Autumn Equinox (Northern Hemisphere)
The Autumn Equinox marks the official start of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, day and night are nearly equal in length.
25th September – World Pharmacists Day
World Pharmacists Day, established by the International Pharmaceutical Federation, celebrates the contributions of pharmacists to healthcare and promotes the pharmacy profession.
26th September – World Environmental Health Day
World Environmental Health Day is observed to highlight the work of environmental health professionals and the role of environmental health in protecting and improving public health.
27th September – World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day, established by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), promotes sustainable tourism that benefits both the environment and the economies of tourist destinations.
28th September – World Rabies Day
World Rabies Day raises awareness about rabies prevention and control. The day marks the death anniversary of Louis Pasteur, who developed the first rabies vaccine.
29th September – World Heart Day
World Heart Day, created by the World Heart Federation, aims to spread awareness about cardiovascular diseases and promote heart-healthy living.
30th September – International Translation Day
International Translation Day is celebrated by translators and interpreters to recognize their contributions to bridging linguistic and cultural divides. It coincides with the feast of St. Jerome, the patron saint of translators.
