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19th August observed as World Humanitarian Day

World Humanitarian Day
  • World Humanitarian Day (WHD) is observed globally on 19th August every year and this year marked the 11th edition of World Humanitarian Day.
  • This day is celebrated to pay tribute to humanitarian personnel and those workers who lost or risked their lives while doing humanitarian service.
  • The theme for 2020 WHD is #RealLifeHeroes.