Current Affairs - Important Days

World Autism Awareness Day, observed on April 2nd annually, aims to increase understanding and support for individuals with autism worldwide.

India celebrates National Maritime Week from March 29 to April 5 annually, honouring the contributions of seafarers and commemorating significant events in maritime history, including the historic voyage of the first Indian Steamship, "S.S. LOYALTY," in 1919.

National Doctors' Day is celebrated on March 30 each year to recognize the contributions of physicians to individual lives and communities. The first observance of Doctors’ Day was on March 30, 1933, in the United States.

Purple Day, dedicated to increasing awareness about epilepsy, is officially recognized on March 26th, as per the Purple Day Act implemented by Canada on June 28, 2012. This grassroots effort aims to educate and inform people about epilepsy, a disorder characterized by repeated seizures.

The International Day of Zero Waste is celebrated every year on March 30th, as established by a resolution passed by the United Nations General Assembly on December 14, 2022. This day is significant for raising awareness about reducing waste and promoting zero-waste initiatives to achieve sustainable development goals.