Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is observed annually on May 29. It serves as a tribute to the bravery and dedication of UN peacekeepers who work in conflict zones worldwide, often risking and sacrificing their lives for global peace and stability. The day also honours those who have fallen in the line of duty, such as Brigadier General Amitabh Jha and Havildar Sanjay Singh from India, who were posthumously awarded the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal in 2024. With the 2025 theme, “The Future of Peacekeeping,” the observance reflects the evolving nature of peacekeeping operations and the global commitment to adapting to new security challenges.