National Vaccination Day 2026 Observed on March 16.

Important Days | Dated: 16 Mar 2026

National Vaccination Day is observed annually on March 16 in India to acknowledge and appreciate the hard work of frontline health care workers. It marks the day when the first dose of oral polio vaccine was given in India in 1995.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The theme for 2026 is Vaccines Work for All.
  • The day promotes mass immunization campaigns across the country.
  • Polio was officially eradicated from India in 2014.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Day: National Vaccination Day.
  • Date: March 16.
  • Focus: Immunization.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

National Vaccination Day is observed every year on which date in India?

Correct Answer: March 16

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Immunization in India

  • Key Program - Mission Indradhanush
  • Ministry - Health and Family Welfare