Digital World: List of important Days and Dates in May 2022

List of important Days and Dates in May 2022

1 May: International Labour Day or May Day

International Labour Day is also known as Labour Day or May Day. It is celebrated globally every year on the 1st of May. In India, Labour Day is referred to as Antarrashtriya Shramik Diwas or Kamgar Din.

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1 May: Maharashtra Day
It is also known as Maharashtra Diwas in Marathi. It is a state holiday in Maharashtra. The state of Maharashtra was formed from the division of the Bombay State on 1 May 1960.

1 May: Gujarat Day
It is a state holiday in Gujarat. The state of Gujarat was formed on 1 May 1960.

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1 May - World Laughter Day (first Sunday of May)
World Laughter Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of May every year. In 1998, the first celebration took place in Mumbai, India. It was arranged by Dr Madan Kataria founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movement.

2 May- World Tuna Day
It is observed on 2 May and is established by the United Nations (UN) to raise awareness about the importance of tuna fish.

3 May - Press Freedom Day
Every year Press freedom Day or World Press Freedom Day is observed on 3rd May to evaluate press freedom around the world and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession.

3 May - World Asthma Day (First Tuesday of May)
World Asthma Day is observed every year on the first Tuesday of May to spread awareness and care about asthma in the world. An annual event is organised by the Global Initiative for Asthma. Asthma is a chronic inflammation of bronchitis causing cough, breathlessness, chest tightness etc.

4 May – Coal Miners Day
Every year on 4 May, Coal Miners Day is observed to honour the coal miners. Let us tell you that Coal mining is done to extract coal from the ground. Coal Mining is one of India's most dangerous professions. Coal Miners are the men who know that they may not return home back after work when the day is over. Then, also they walk in the coal mines and earn their daily wages.

4 May - International Firefighter’s Day
International Firefighter’s Day is observed every year on 4 May. It was instituted on 4 January 1999 after a proposal via email out across the world due to the deaths of five firefighter’s in a bushfire in Australia. Therefore, this day is observed to recognise and honour the sacrifices that firefighters make to ensure that their communities and environment are as safe as possible.

6 May - International No Diet Day

It is observed on May 6 annually. It is a celebration of body acceptance, including fat acceptance and body shape diversity.

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7 May - World Athletics Day
World Athletics Day is observed on 7 May to raise awareness about sports among youth, in schools and institutions to promote athletics as the primary sport. And to introduce new talent and youngsters in the field of athletics.

8 May - World Red Cross Day
World Red Cross Day is observed every year on 8 May to commemorate the birth anniversary of the founder of the Red Cross. Let us tell you that the founder of the Red Cross was Henry Dunant as well as the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). He was born in Geneva in 1828. He became the first recipient of the 1st Nobel Peace prize.

8 May - World Thalassaemia Day
World Thalassaemia Day or International Thalassaemia Day is observed every year on 8 May in honour of all patients suffering from Thalassaemia and for their parents who have never lost hope for life, despite the burden of their disease. This day also encourages those who struggle to live with the disease.

8 May - Mother's Day (Second Sunday of May)
Mother's Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of May to honour motherhood and is observed in different forms throughout the world. Mother's Day was founded by Anna Jarvis who had given the idea of celebrating Mother's Day in honour of mothers and motherhood in 1907. Nationally this day was recognised in 1914.

9 May – Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti
As per drikpanchang, the day of Boishakh 25th currently overlaps with either 8th May or 9th May on the Gregorian calendar. As per the Gregorian calendar, it is observed on May 7 May in other states. He was born on 7 May, 1861 in Kolkata. He was one of India's top artists, novelists, authors, Bengali poets, humanists, philosophers etc. In 1913, he was honoured with Nobel Prize in Literature.

11 May - National Technology Day
Every year National Technology Day is observed on 11 May to highlight the important role of Science in our daily lives and encourage students to opt for science as an option for a career. On this day Shakti, the Pokhran nuclear test was held on 11 May, 1998.

12 May - International Nurses Day
Every year International Nurses Day is celebrated on 12 May to commemorate the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birthday. This day also celebrates the contribution done by nurses to society around the world. On this day the International Council of Nurses organisation produces an International Nurses kit to educate and assist health workers globally with a different theme every year.

15 May – International Day of Families
International Day of Families is observed every year on 15 May. Family is the basic unit of society. This day provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the issues related to the families and to increase knowledge about the social, economic and demographic processes that affect them.

16 May - Buddha Jayanti or Buddha Purnima

It is believed that on the full moon of the month of Vaishakh, Gautama Buddha was born in Lumbini near Kapilavastu. He is also known as 'Jyoti Punj of Asia' or 'Light of Asia'. This year, Buddha Jayanti or Buddha Purnima is celebrated on 16 May.

17 May – World Telecommunication Day
World Telecommunication Day is observed every year on 17 May. It marks the founding of ITU when the first International Telegraph Convention was signed in Paris on 17 May, 1865. It is also known as World Telecommunication and International Society Day. Since 1969, it has been celebrated annually.

17 May - World Hypertension Day
This day is celebrated by World Hypertension League (WHL) on 17 May annually. The day promotes awareness about hypertension and encourages people to prevent and control this silent killer epidemic.

18 May – World AIDS Vaccine Day
Worlds AIDS Vaccine Day or HIV Vaccine Awareness Day is observed every year on 18 May. This day marks the efforts of thousands of researchers, scientists, and health professionals who have contributed to the process of finding safe and effective AIDS medicine. It is also an opportunity to educate communities about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research.

18 May - International Museum Day
International Museum Day is observed on 18 May every year to raise awareness about the museum and its role in society. The International Council of Museums (ICOM) created International Museum Day in 1977. The organisation suggested a proper theme every year which may include globalisation, bridging cultural gaps and care for the environment.

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20 May - National Endangered Species Day (Third Friday in May)
Every year on the third Friday in May National Endangered Species Day is celebrated annually to raise awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and restoration efforts for all imperilled species. Endangered Species Act 1973, focuses on the protection of wildlife and threatened species.

21 May – National Anti-Terrorism Day
National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed every year on 21 May to spread awareness about the violence caused by the terrorists and also in the memory of former Indian PM Rajiv Gandhi who passed on this day.

21 May – Armed Forces Day (Third Saturday of the May)
Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of every May. This day is celebrated to pay tribute to the men and women who served the United States Armed Forces.

22 May - International Day for Biological Diversity
International Day for Biological Diversity is observed on 22 May every year to increase awareness and understanding of the issues of biodiversity.

May 23 - World Turtle Day

It is observed annually on May 23 to spread awareness regarding protecting turtles and tortoises and also their disappearing habitats across the world. The World Turtle Day 2022 theme is 'Shellebrate!' The theme asks 'Everyone to Love and Save Turtles'.

30 May - National Memorial Day (last Monday of May)

National Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May. This year it will be observed on 30 May, 2020.

31 May – Anti-Tobacco Day
Anti-Tobacco Day or World No Tobacco Day is observed on 31 May every year across the globe to make people aware and educate them about the harmful effects of tobacco on health which causes cardiovascular diseases, cancer, tooth decay, staining of teeth etc.

May 2022 Important Days
Date	Name of Important Days
1 May	International Labour Day or May Day
1 May	Maharashtra Day
1 May	Gujarat Day
1 May	World Laughter Day (first Sunday of May)
3 May	Press Freedom Day
3 May	World Asthma Day (First Tuesday of May)
4 May	Coal Miners Day
4 May	International Firefighter’s Day
6 May	International No Diet Day
7 May	World Athletics Day
8 May	World Red Cross Day
8 May	World Thalassaemia Day
8 May	Mother's Day (Second Sunday of May)
9 May	Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti
11 May	National Technology Day
12 May	International Nurses Day
15 May	International Day of Families
16 May	Buddha Jayanti or Buddha Purnima
17 May	World Telecommunication Day
17 May	World Hypertension Day
18 May	World AIDS Vaccine Day
18 May	International Museum Day
20 May	National Endangered Species Day (Third Friday in May)
21 May	National Anti-Terrorism Day
21 May	Armed Forces Day (Third Saturday of the May)
22 May	International Day for Biological Diversity
31 May	National Memorial Day (last Monday of May)
31 May	Anti-Tobacco Day