World Rivers Day

September 25, 2023

World Rivers Day is observed annually on the fourth Sunday in September.
This year it was observed on September 24^th.
It aims to increase public awareness about all rivers in the world and their importance.
The annual global event also promotes the conservation and sustainable management of these vital natural resources.
The first World Rivers Day was observed in 2005, following the launch that year of the Water for Life Decade by the United Nations.
The proposal for such a celebration was initiated by renowned Canadian river advocate Mark Angelo.