Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

The International Day of Light was established by UNESCO to highlight the significance of light and light-based technologies in various aspects of life. Celebrated annually on May 16, it commemorates the first successful operation of the laser by Theodore Maiman in 1960. UNESCO adopted the resolution for this observance in 2016 following the success of the International Year of Light in 2015. The day aims to promote scientific collaboration and awareness of light's role in fields like arts, culture, education, medicine, and sustainable development, fostering innovation and appreciation for light’s impact on society.