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Here's the list of important days and dates in May 2024

Date	Day	Description
1 May	International Labour Day	Also known as Labour Day or May Day. Celebrated globally to honour the contributions of workers. In India, it's referred to as Antarrashtriya Shramik Diwas or Kamgar Din.
1 May	Maharashtra Day	State holiday in Maharashtra to commemorate the formation of the state on 1 May 1960 from the division of the Bombay State.
1 May	Gujarat Day	State holiday in Gujarat to commemorate the formation of the state on 1 May 1960 from the division of the Bombay State.
2 May	World Tuna Day	Established by the United Nations to raise awareness about the importance of tuna fish.
3 May	Press Freedom Day	Observed to evaluate press freedom around the world and pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession. Theme: “Journalism under Surveillance”
4 May	Coal Miners Day	Honours the coal miners and acknowledges the dangers of coal mining.
4 May	International Firefighter’s Day	Recognises and honours the sacrifices made by firefighters to ensure the safety of their communities and environment.
5 May	World Laughter Day	Celebrated on the first Sunday of May to promote world peace through laughter. Initiated by Dr Madan Kataria, the founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movement.
6 May	International No Diet Day	Celebrates body acceptance and diversity of body shapes.
7 May	World Athletics Day	Promotes athletics among youth, schools, and institutions to introduce new talent and encourage sports.
7 May	World Asthma Day	Observed on the first Tuesday of May to raise awareness and care about asthma globally.
8 May	World Red Cross Day	Commemorates the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross and the International Committee of the Red Cross.
8 May	World Thalassaemia Day	Honours patients suffering from Thalassaemia and their families, encouraging those who live with the disease.
9 May	Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti	Observed to celebrate the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, a renowned Indian artist, novelist, poet, and Nobel Prize laureate.
9 May	Maharana Pratap Jayanti	Celebrates the birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap, the legendary warrior and ruler of Mewar, Rajasthan.
10 May	World Lupus Day	Raises awareness about the symptoms of Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease.
11 May	National Technology Day	Highlights the role of science and technology in daily life and commemorates the Pokhran nuclear test held on 11 May 1998. Theme: “Integrated Approach in S&T for Sustainable Future”
12 May	International Nurses Day	Celebrates the contribution of nurses to society and marks the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale.
12 May	Mother's Day	Celebrated on the second Sunday of May to honour motherhood.
15 May	International Day of Families	Raises awareness about family-related issues and the social, economic, and demographic processes affecting them.
16 May	National Dengue Day	Raises awareness about dengue fever in India, observed as per the recommendation of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
16 May	International Day of Light	Commemorates the first successful operation of a laser by physicist and engineer Theodore Maiman in 1960.
17 May	World Telecommunication Day	Marks the founding of the International Telecommunication Union and promotes awareness about the importance of communication and information technology.
17 May	World Hypertension Day	Promotes awareness about hypertension and encourages preventive measures to control this health issue. Theme: “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer”
17 May	National Endangered Species Day	Celebrated on the third Friday in May to raise awareness about wildlife conservation and restoration efforts for endangered species.
18 May	World AIDS Vaccine Day	Recognises the efforts of researchers and health professionals in developing an effective AIDS vaccine and educates communities about HIV prevention.
18 May	International Museum Day	Raises awareness about the role of museums in society, established by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). Theme: “The Future of Museums: Recover and Imagine”
18 May	Armed Forces Day	Celebrated on the third Saturday of May to pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces.
20 May	International HR Day	Highlights the role of HR professionals and practices in organisations, established by the European Association for People Management.
21 May	National Anti-Terrorism Day	Observed to spread awareness about the violence caused by terrorism and to honour former Indian PM Rajiv Gandhi, who was assassinated on this day.
21 May	International Tea Day	Recognises the contributions of the tea industry and promotes fair trade and investment in tea production.
22 May	International Day for Biological Diversity	Increases awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues.
23 May	Buddha Jayanti or Buddha Purnima	Celebrates the birth of Gautama Buddha, known as the 'Light of Asia', believed to have been born on the full moon of Vaishakh.
23 May	World Turtle Day	Raises awareness about the protection of turtles and tortoises and their habitats.
24 May	National Brother's Day	Celebrates the relationship between brothers and sisters, observed mainly in the US.
25 May	Africa Day	Commemorates African independence, sovereign rule, and identity, marking the founding of the Organisation of African Unity on 25 May 1963.
27 May	National Memorial Day	Observed on the last Monday of May to honour fallen American military personnel.
30 May	International Day of Potato	Promotes the sustainable production and consumption of potatoes, supporting efforts to reduce hunger and poverty.
30 May	Goa Statehood Day	Celebrates Goa's statehood, which was recognised on 30 May 1987.
30 May	Hindi Journalism Day	Marks the publication of the first Hindi-language newspaper, Udant Martand, on 30 May 1826.
31 May	Anti-Tobacco Day	Observed globally to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco on health. Theme: Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference.