March is a colorful and vibrant month, comes on the order of the 3rd month according to the Gregorian calendar and it has 31 days in a month. It is often associated with the arrival of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere. Different months hold various remarkable days regarding their histories. These important days denote historical events, acknowledgment, conservations, celebrations and to endure those special days. In this article, let us explore the important days in March 2024.

List Of Important Days In March 2024

Date	Important Days
March 1st	Zero Discrimination Day, World Civil Defence Day
3 rd March	World Hearing Day, World Wildlife Day
4th March	National Security Day, National Safety Day
6th March	Swami Dayananda Saraswati Jayanti
8th March	International Women’s Day, Maha Shivaratri
10th March	The Central Industrial Security Force
13th March	No Smoking Day
14th March	International Day of Action for Rivers, Pi day
15th March	World Sleep Day, World Consumer Rights Day
16 th March	National Vaccination Day
18 th March	Ordnance Factories Day
20th March	International Day of Happiness
21 st March	World Forestry Day, World Down Syndrome Day, World Poetry Day
22nd March	World water day, Bihar day
23 rd March	World Meteorological Day
24 march	World Tuberculosis
25 st	Holika Dahan
25 st – 26 st March March	Holi
27th March	World Theatre Day
29 th March	Good Friday
31st March	Easter

March-1 “Zero discrimination day”, ” World Civil Defence day”

Source – Current Affairs – Adda247

March- 1 – Firstly to look at, we celebrate March 1st as an important day because it signifies the day called “Zero Discrimination Day”, This day aims to promote a sense of equity by reducing discrimination in the world, So this day is distinctive by embracing kindness, benevolence, cohesion, and prosperity among everyone.

Source- News18

Another important event that occurred on March 1st was “World Civil Defence Day”, this day is celebrated annually across the globe, the primary focus is to honor the defense forum and to raise awareness among the general public to elevate the essence of civil protection measures. The day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of civil defense organizations and personnel worldwide who work towards ensuring the safety and well-being of communities during disasters, emergencies, and crises. “ Honor our heroes and Promote safety “.

March – 3 “World Hearing Day”, “World Wildlife Day”

This day represents the day called, “World Hearing Day”. We celebrate World Hearing Day to foster awareness of preventing deafness and hearing loss and cater to promote earring health care across the globe. On this day various organizations, medical practitioners, professionals, and other institutions conduct awareness programmes, encouraging the abilities, seminars, and other training sessions on promoting health care of healthy eating.

Source-  Solimar International 

It is an international event that commemorates World Wildlife Day to conserve and protect animals, flora and fauna, species, plants, and other beings. The primary aim of this day is to acknowledge the importance of forests and nature that brings lives to millions of species, increasing oxygen levels, and decreasing carbon-di-oxide thus propelling fresh air and safe living. The theme of 2024 could be “ Connect people and planet”, thus it means exploring digital innovation and the distortion of wildlife conservation.

March 4 “National Security Day”, “National Safety Day”

Source – Current Affairs – Adda247

Stepping onto another important day in the month of March could be March-4, We Festivate National Security Day in India on March 4 th every year It is also known as Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas. The day is dedicated to recognizing the efforts and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force, as well as various paramilitary forces and intelligence agencies, in safeguarding the nation. This day helps us to remember and celebrate our heroes of life who save the lives of others by sacrificing their lives”. The Theme of 2024 is “Focus on Safety Leadership for ESG Excellence’” (Environmental, Social, and Governance).

Source- The Quint

We also celebrate “National Safety Day” in India on March 4 every year, promoting and reinforcing the importance of safety in workplaces and other environments. The aim is to raise awareness about the need for accident prevention, risk management, and creating a safe and healthy environment for workers. Every year this council sets a theme to promote safety and health. The theme is chosen to address current issues, and emerging challenges, and promote a proactive approach to safety measures.

March 6th – Swami Dayananda Saraswati Jayanti

Source- India Today

On March 6th we Rejoice in Swami Dayananda Saraswati Jayanti day to remember the great Hindu Monk, a prominent spiritual leader, teacher, and founder of the Arya Samaj. The movement emphasizes monotheism, rejection of idol worship, and social equality. Swami Dayananda played a significant role in advocating for social reforms, including the abolition of untouchability, the promotion of education for all, and the empowerment of women.

March 8 “International Women’s Day”, Maha Shivaratri(2024)

Source- Floweraura

“ Women are the strongest hurricane and the aspiring gentle budding blossoms” We annually cheer “International Women’s Day” on March 8th around the world. It is a day dedicated to recognizing women’s achievements, contributions, and struggles throughout history and in contemporary society. International Women’s Day has its way back in history. The day is marked by various activities, events, and campaigns advocating for gender equality, women’s rights, and the elimination of discrimination and violence against women. Each year, International Women’s Day is associated with a specific theme, and numerous organizations, governments, and individuals participate in events that range from panel discussions, workshops, and cultural performances to social media campaigns and rallies. The Theme of 2024 is “ Inspire Inclusion” which means engaging women in activities that accelerate gender equality by making them independent in all aspects.

Source- Times of India

The other event on March 8th is Maha Shivaratri. This was a festival celebrated annually by Hindus to worship the deity Lord Shiva. According to the Hindu calendar, it is the fourteenth day of the dark half of the lunar month. They worship lord shiva on this occasion and conduct Girivalam which is waking up to 1-4 kilometers barefoot. According to some legends, this day is when Lord Shiva and Parvati got married. This day is celebrated to overcome the committed past sins, recover resilience, encourage self-discovery, and discover a victorious path. Devotees offer traditional items such as bilva leaves, milk, fruits, and bael (wood apple) leaves to the Shiva Lingam, a symbol representing Lord Shiva. People celebrate this day in Lord Shiva temple and stay awake till morning, meditate, and pray for the well-being of the people.

March 10 – The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Raising Day 

Source- News18

The CISF is a paramilitary security force in India that is responsible for protecting critical infrastructure installations, government buildings, and industrial units across the country. The celebration often includes various activities such as drills, award ceremonies, and cultural programs. It provides an opportunity for the force to showcase its capabilities, achievements, and the commitment of its personnel to maintaining the security and integrity of the establishments.

13 March- No Smoking Day

Source- English Jagran 

No Smoking Day is an annual health awareness day observed globally on the 13th March. The primary goal of No Smoking Day is to encourage and support people in their efforts to quit smoking and raise awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use. On this day, various organisations, and professionals arrange campaign programmes to undertake various initiatives to reduce or eliminate the smoking effects among the public, the dangers of smoking, the benefits of quitting, and the available resources to help individuals quit tobacco use.

 March 14 – “International Day of Action for Rivers”, “Pi Day”

Source- European Rivers Network 

On March 14 we celebrate, International Day of Action for Rivers annually. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of rivers and advocating for the sustainable management and conservation of freshwater resources. Rivers are one of the vital ecosystem that are rich in flooded with nutrients, minerals, and fine sediments to the ocean. The day’s primary objective is to remind the importance of the water reservoirs, engaging volunteering actions to prevent water and river exploitations, arrangements of campaigns to preserve rivers, projections of documentaries, seminars, training sessions on the context of Saving Rivers have been conducted and established.

Source- English Jagran 

Pi Day is celebrated on March 14th (3/14) each year, and it pays tribute to the mathematical constant π (pi), which represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. The significance of Pi Day lies in its promotion of interest and awareness in the field of mathematics.

15 March-  “ World Sleep Day”, “World Consumer Rights”

Source- India News

World Sleep Day is an annual event that promotes awareness about the importance of sleep and the various issues related to sleep, including sleep disorders and the impact of insufficient sleep on health. The main goals of the day are to promote healthy sleep, Raising Awareness of Sleep Disorders, Highlight the Importance of Quality Sleep, Educate the Public, and Addressing Sleep Issues Globally. Sleeping is the Chief, of all the sectors that control the well-being of humans.

“Good sleep, Quality of life”. 

Source- Baandh Foundation

We celebrate other events annually across the globe, it’s observed on March 15th called, World Consumer Rights Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about consumer rights and advocating for the protection and promotion of these rights worldwide. It serves as an opportunity to highlight the importance of consumer rights.

March- 16 National Vaccination Day

Source- Current Affairs- Adda247

The day was chosen to coincide with the anniversary of the first dose of the oral polio vaccine administered by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India, on March 16, 1955. This marked a significant step in India’s efforts to combat polio and promote vaccination.

March- 18 Ordnance Factories Day

Source- Current Affairs- Adda247

Ordnance Factories Day is celebrated in India on March 18th every year. This day is observed to mark the foundation of the first Ordnance Factory in India, which was established at Cossipore near Kolkata on March 18, 1802. The Ordnance Factories Day is an occasion to recognize and appreciate the contributions of the Ordnance Factories in supporting the defense and security of the country.

March 20 – “The International Day of Happiness”, “World Sparrow Day”

Source- EStudent Book

It was established by the United Nations in 2012 to recognize the importance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations of all human beings. The International Day of Happiness aims to promote happiness as a fundamental process that promotes policies, innovations, inclusions, engaging activities, seminars, and training sessions to advocate for the importance of happiness as a primary priority of life.

Source- India Today

We also merrymake World Sparrow Day on March 15th annually worldwide, which aims to protect and safeguard the lives of each sparrow, whose lives are decreasing gradually due to man-made activities and other reasons. So this day creates awareness to preserve the importance of the lives of sparrows and the involvement of various environmental-based organizations, sanctuaries and various conservation parks of species will advocate for the betterment of species well being and create awareness to save the lives of sparrows.

March 20 – “World Forestry Day”, “World Down Syndrome Day”, “World Poetry Day”

Source- India Today 

We celebrate World Forestry Day annually worldwide which, on March 21 aims to prevent the degradation of natural resources and deforestation. Promoting and enhancing volunteering activities from various organizations, enabling the planting of more trees, restoring natural resources, and mindful consumption of natural resources. These are also the major Sustainable Development goals target 2030.

Source- Current Affairs- Adda247

This day has been officially recognized by the United Nations since 2012. It aims to raise awareness about Down syndrome, promote understanding and inclusion, and advocate for the rights, dignity, and well-being of individuals with Down syndrome. The date, March 21st (3/21), is significant because individuals with Down syndrome have three copies of chromosome 21, rather than the usual two. The objectives of World Down Syndrome Day are to promote awareness, encourage abilities, and community involvement, and Medical and emotional support.

Source- Vecteezy

This observance was established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1999 to recognize the unique ability of poetry to capture the creative spirit of the human mind. This day promotes reading, writing and teaching poetry, publishing. Poetry is an unrecognized celebration that inculcates the beauties of vision of the context in all the respective aspects. World Poetry Day encourages cultural expression, linguistic diversity, and the fostering of poetic creativity, provides an opportunity to celebrate and appreciate the richness of traditions of poetry from different cultures and languages, and also highlights the role of poetry in promoting dialogue, understanding, and social change.

22 March – “World water day, Bihar day”

Source- X.com

World Water Day is honoured annually worldwide on 22 March. It was established by the United Nations in 1993 to focus attention on the importance of freshwater and advocate for the sustainable management of water resources. The primary aim of the day is to realize and recognize the importance of water and reduce the scarcity of water in the world. The overarching goal is to promote awareness, Addressing Water-related Challenges and Encouraging Action. 

 

Source- Current Affairs- Adda247

Bihar Day, also known as Bihar Diwas, is celebrated annually on March 22nd to commemorate the formation of the state of Bihar. On this day in 1912, Bihar was carved out from the Bengal Presidency during British rule in India. Bihar Day is an occasion to celebrate the rich cultural heritage, history, and achievements of the state. To remember the history, through this day, various events are undertaken to promote cultural heritage and its richness, educational activities such as seminars, group decisions, portraits of the cultural heritage of Bihar, and other events. Involving community events, Various community-based activities, social gatherings, and events organized by schools, colleges, and local organizations. Bihar Day is an opportunity for the people of Bihar to reflect on their cultural identity, history, and progress. It fosters a sense of pride and unity among the state’s residents.

March 23- World Meteorological Day

Source- English Jagran

It marks the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on this day in 1950. World Meteorological Day aims to raise awareness about the importance of meteorology and the role it plays in various aspects of human life, including weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and disaster risk reduction. The theme of 2024 is “On the Front Lines of Climate Action”.

 March 24- World Tuberculosis (TB) Day

Source- Current Affairs- Adda247

When Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium causing tuberculosis. World TB Day aims to raise awareness about the global epidemic of TB, which remains a significant public health issue.

March – 25 – Holika Dahan

Holika Dahan, also known as Choti Holi or Little Holi, is a Hindu festival celebrated on the night before Holi, which falls on March 25th this year. Holika Dahan marks the victory of good over evil and is associated with the legend of Prahlad and Holika. People light bonfires on this day to symbolize the triumph of virtue and the burning of evil forces.

March- 25, 26 – Holi

Source- Pixaby

Holi is a colorful and vibrant event, celebrated in India on March 25th and 26th this year. Hindu festival is known as the Festival of Colors. It signifies the arrival of spring and is characterized by people playing with colored powders, and water balloons, and engaging in joyous celebrations. Holi brings people together, transcends social barriers, and is a time for festivities, feasting, and spreading happiness.

March – 29 Good Friday 

Source- Mint

Good Friday is a Christian festival celebrated on March 29th that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum and is preceded by Maundy Thursday and followed by Easter Sunday. Good Friday is a solemn day of reflection and mourning, focusing on the sacrifice and suffering of Jesus for the redemption of humanity.

March 27th- World Theatre Day  

Source- World Theatre Day

World Theatre Day is observed annually on March 27th. It was established by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) in 1961 to celebrate the art of theatre and its cultural significance. World Theatre Day serves as a platform to highlight the role of theatre in promoting understanding, tolerance, and dialogue among people from diverse backgrounds. It is an occasion to recognize the contribution of theatre to education, entertainment, and the exploration of social issues. On this day we could also expect some exemptions from theatres including offers, and other special events to make the crowd surprised and Exceptional. The theme for World Theatre Day will be the same each year as “Theatre and a Culture of Peace”.

March – 31 – Easter Sunday

Source- Day of the Year

Easter Sunday, also known as Resurrection Sunday, is celebrated on March 31st. It is a Christian festival that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, as described in the New Testament. Easter Sunday falls on different dates each year, as it is based on the lunar calendar. This festival is to express the passion of the devotion to Jesus and includes his crucifixion on Good Friday. They celebrate by 40 days of fasting, prayer, and penance known as Lent.

March is a Vivacious month that comprises many important events, which provoke to realize and recognize the importance of natural resources, Acknowledging the sacrfice of the Armed forces, Appreciation and celebrating Women’s, and Celebrating various colorful and contented festivals. Hence Month of March is a holistic combination of all the factors that encourage and appreciate natural and human resources.