UN Observes World Radio Day on February 13 to Celebrate Radio's Global Influence.

Important Days

The United Nations (UN's) World Radio Day (WRD) is observed annually on February 13 across the globe to honor radio's enduring influence as a powerful and accessible medium for communication, education, and entertainment.


      - 13 February 2025 marks the observance of the 14th WRD.

      - The theme for WRD 2025 is "Radio and Climate Change", highlighting radio's vital role in disseminating information about climate change, amplifying environmental advocacy, and promoting sustainable practices.

     

Main Point :-   (i) In 2011, the Member States of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) adopted a resolution during its 36th General Conference, proclaiming February 13th as WRD to commemorate the establishment of UN's Radio.

      (ii) In 2012, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution A/RES/67/124 and endorsed UNESCO's resolution, formalizing WRD.

(iii) The first-ever WRD was observed on February 13, 2012.

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