Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

World Population Day is observed every year on July 11 to increase awareness about global population issues, including reproductive health, family planning, gender equality, youth empowerment, and sustainable development. Established by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in 1989, the observance was inspired by the "Five Billion Day" milestone on July 11, 1987, when the world's population was estimated to have reached five billion. The day encourages governments, organisations, and individuals to promote informed decision-making, improve quality of life, ensure equitable access to resources, and support policies that contribute to balanced population growth and long-term sustainability.