1 JUNE
World Milk Day
World Milk Day was established by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. On this day, the significance of milk as a global food item is highlighted. This day is observed in many countries around the world. On this day, the dairy sector is also celebrated and applauded for its efforts in ensuring that milk reaches every household.
2 JUNE
Telangana Formation Day
On this day in 2014, the state of Telangana was officially declared separate from Andhra Pradesh. Telangana Formation Day is an important day in June for the people of Telangana. This day is celebrated in the state by organizing rallies and declaring the day as a public holiday
3 JUNE
World Bicycle Day
This day draws attention to recognise the longevity, uniqueness, and versatility of the bicycle, and that it is an affordable, reliable, simple, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport.
5 JUNE
World Environment Day
World Environment Day is easily among the most special days in June 2023. This day is celebrated around the world to show gratitude towards our environment and at the same time, to speak up against environmental pollution and degradation.
12 JUNE
World Day Against Child Labour
Child labour is a persistent evil in society and World Day Against Child Labour amplifies the need to act against it. It is one of the most important days in June and everybody should participate in spreading the message of ending child labour. This day was first established in 2002.
14 JUNE
World Blood Donor Day
World Blood Donor Day: Every year countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day (WBDD). The event serves to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood. A blood service that gives patients access to safe blood and blood products in sufficient quantity is a key component of an effective health system.
18 JUNE
International Picnic Day
International Picnic Day is celebrated every year on June 18 to encourage everyone to go out and spend an amazingly easy and stress-free day with their loved ones. Picnics are a fun party that does not require a big budget, you just need good weather and a good place to engage with your family and friends.
19 JUNE
National Reading Day
Started as a Reading Day celebration on June 19, 1996, by the Government of Kerala in association with the P N Panicker Foundation, National Reading Day, became a mass movement to promote literacy and the culture of reading in the state.
Father’s Day
Father’s Day is considered as one of the most special days in June because it is a day to celebrate all fathers around the world. This day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June every year. On this day, children express their appreciation towards their father with tokens such as gifts, handmade cards, etc.
21 JUNE
World Music Day
World Music Day is a beautiful celebration of music where everyone is encouraged to pick up a musical instrument and play it. This is another one of the important days in June because it encourages everyone to participate and experience the joy of music. This day is also known as the Fête de la Musique.
The International Day of Yoga
One of the most interesting and special days in June 2023, International Yoga Day sees participation from people all over the world. This day was first celebrated in 2015 after it was officially recognized by the United Nations in the previous year. As India is the place where yoga originated, International Yoga Day is celebrated with much enthusiasm in the country.
23 JUNE
International Olympics Day
International Olympics Day is observed on June 23 every year to celebrate sports and health. The occasion marks the day when International Olympic Committee was founded in 1894. The day aims at promoting sports and spreads the message of making sports an integral part of life. The creation of the modern-day Olympic Games is inspired by the ancient Olympic Games held in Olympia, Greece, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. Baron Pierre de Coubertin founded the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1894 and laid foundation of the Olympic Games.
29 JUNE
National Statistics Day
National Statistics Day is one of the important days in June in India as this day honours the work of the scientist Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis in the field of statistics. On this day, several events are held to help people engage more with statistical concepts and embrace the field of study.