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11th JULY -World Population Day


  • The theme of 2021- " The impact of COVID -19 pandemic  on fertility ."

  • The theme for 2022 -  A world of 8 billion: Towards a resilient future for all – Harnessing opportunities and ensuring rights and choices for all.

  • World Population Day is observed every year on July 11 to raise awareness about global population issues.
  •  The major purpose of this day is to raise awareness of all the negative impacts that population growth has had on the steady development of nature. 
  • Globally, this day is celebrated by organising seminars, discussions, educational sessions, public contests, slogans, workshops, debates, songs, etc.

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