Awareness and Celebrations Galore in November
November, the second last month of the year, brings a diverse array of important days, observances, and national and international events that focus on crucial social, environmental, and cultural issues. In this special report, we highlight some of the significant celebrations taking place across the world in November 2024.
Raising Awareness about Pneumonia
World Pneumonia Day will be observed on November 12, marking an awareness drive to educate people about the deadly disease, which claims thousands of lives worldwide every year.
International Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims and Environmental Protection
In a bid to bring international attention to road traffic accidents and their devastating consequences, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims will be observed on the third Sunday in November. Additionally, International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is set to take place on November 5.
National Celebrations
November 11 marks National Education Day in India, commemorating the birth anniversary of renowned educationist Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, who served as the first Education Minister of independent India. On November 7, National Cancer Awareness Day was declared by a former Union Health Minister to raise awareness about cancer.
Food and Fun
National Nachos Day is set to be celebrated on November 6, offering an opportunity for people to indulge in their favorite snack. World Kindness Day will be observed on November 13, aiming to spread kindness and compassion throughout the world.
Day of Empowerment for Women
November 25 marks International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, a day established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993 to create awareness about violence against women and empower women to fight against gender-based violence.
Stay tuned to HerZindagi for more updates on these and other important events taking place across India and around the world in November.