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January Journals part 2 continues. Significance of the date in January you should read.

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18 January- Weedless Wednesday-

The third full week of January, beginning on Sunday amid Canada’s annual National Non-Smoking Week is when Weedless Wednesday is observed. It falls on January 18 this year. On this day, smokers of tobacco and recreational cannabis are urged to abstain from their habit for a full day.

19 January- Kokborok Day-

The Indian State of Tripura observes 19th January as Kokborok Day, also known as Tripuri Language Day, to preserve the Kokborok language. In the year 1979, the Kokborok language became officially recognized for the first time.

20 January- Penguin Awareness Day-

Every year on January 20, Penguin Awareness Day is observed. As penguins are generally found in the Antarctic region away from habitats, the species’ annual population decline goes largely unnoticed. This day signifies to increase the awareness of this important issue.

21 January – Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya Foundation Day-

The states of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya became full-fledged states on 21st January 1972, under the North Eastern Region (Re-organisation) Act, of 1971. Thus Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya celebrate their State-hood Day on 21 January. 

23 January – Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti–

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was born on 23 January 1897 in Cuttack, Orissa. He was one of the most prominent Indian freedom fighters. His army was known as the Indian National Army (INA) or Azad Hind Fauj.

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24 January- National Girl Child Day–

On 24 January every year, National Girl Child Day is celebrated to highlight the inequalities faced by a majority of the girls in India, the importance of education, nutrition, legal rights, medical care and safety of girl children, etc.

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24 January – International Day of Education-

International Day of Education is observed on 24 January every year to support transformative actions for inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all. The theme for 2024 is “learning for lasting peace”.

25 January- National Voters Day-

Every year on 25 January National Voter’s Day or Rashtriya Matdata Diwas is celebrated to encourage young voters to participate in the political process. In 2011 the first time this day was celebrated to mark Election Commission’s Foundation Day.

25 January- National Tourism Day

Every year on 25 January National Tourism Day is celebrated in India to raise awareness and educate people about the importance of tourism and the role it plays in the Indian economy. The theme for National Tourism Day 2024 is “Sustainable Journeys”.

26 January- Republic Day-

On 26 November 1949, the Indian Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution the supreme law of the land, and replaced the Government of India Act 1935. It came into effect on 26 January 1950 with a democratic government system. This day marks the largest parade that takes place at Rajpath, Delhi every year. The theme of the Republic Day parade in 2024 is “Naari Shakti”.

26 January – International Customs Day-

International Customs Day (ICD) is celebrated every year on 26 January by the Customs Organisation to recognize the role of customs officials and agencies in maintaining border security. It also focuses on the working conditions and challenges that customs officers face in their jobs. The theme for 2024 is “Customs Engaging Traditional and New Partners with Purpose.”.

27 January- National Geographic Day-

Every year on January 27, National Geographic Day is observed all across the country. It is a day set aside to honor the “National Geographic Magazine,” which has been published continuously for more than a century.

28 January- Birth Anniversary of Lala Lajpat Rai-

Lala Lajpat Rai was born on 28 January 1865 in Punjab. He was a prominent nationalist leader who played an important role in India’s struggle for freedom. He also earned the title of ‘Punjab Kesari’ or ‘the Lion of Punjab’. He initiated the foundation of the Punjab National Bank. He died on 17 November 1928, due to serious injuries. The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in Hisar, Haryana is named after Lala Lajpat Rai.

28 January- K.M Cariappa Jayanti 

28 January in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons, and one of them is the birth anniversary of Kodandera Madappa Cariappa. He was the first Commander-in-chief of the Indian Army. And today we are commemorating his 124th birth anniversary.

29 January- Indian Newspaper Day-

A day set aside to honor the beginning of newspapers in India is known as Indian Newspaper Day. This day is intended to raise awareness of Indian newspapers. Indian Newspaper Day, which is observed on January 29th each year, is today. However, there is no theme to observe this important occasion.

30 January – Martyrs Day or Shaheed Diwas-

30 January is celebrated as Martyr’s Day or Shaheed Diwas every year in memory of Mahatma Gandhi and the sacrifice of three revolutionaries of India. As, of 30 January 1948, the ‘Father of Nation’ was assassinated. And on 23rd March 3 heroes namely Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar of the nation were hanged to death by the British.

30 January – World Leprosy Day-

World Leprosy Day is observed on the last Sunday of January to focus on the target of zero cases of leprosy-related disabilities in children. As we know disabilities do not occur overnight but happen after a prolonged period of undiagnosed disease. The theme for World Leprosy Day 2024 is “Ending Stigma, Embracing Dignity”.

31 January- International Zebra Day-

Every January 31, people around the world celebrate International Zebra Day. The purpose of the day is to spread knowledge about how you can support the conservation of this animal.

Conclusion:

These days are significant in January in the country as well as throughout the world. this is for one’s knowledge to remember these days also often questions are asked in various Govt. exams from these days and their themes. All the themes of particular events haven’t been announced yet and will be updated when announced.

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