World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on 31 May to raise global awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and to encourage people to quit smoking and other forms of tobacco consumption. Initiated by the World Health Organization, the day highlights how tobacco contributes to serious health problems such as cancer, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses, while also emphasizing the broader social, environmental, and economic damage it causes. Governments, health organizations, and communities use this day to promote anti-tobacco campaigns, educate people—especially young individuals—about its risks, and support policies that reduce tobacco use worldwide.
Nurturing Creativity – Keekli Charitable Trust, Shimla
