Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

August 9 is observed every year as Nagasaki Day to commemorate the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in 1945 during the final stages of World War II. On August 9, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb code-named “Fat Man” on Nagasaki. The bomb was carried by the B-29 Bockscar, piloted by Major Charles W. Sweeney, and exploded at approximately 11:02 a.m. The bombing caused widespread destruction, deaths, injuries and long-term radiation effects. Nagasaki Day honours the victims, recognises the suffering of survivors, and promotes awareness about the devastating humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and the importance of nuclear disarmament.