On This Day, 1st January 2023: Check out few events that took place today

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• Jan 1, 2023 | Poonam Nath

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Digital Desk: In India, January 1 is a special day. Most people are curious about what special day is observed on January 1st. 

So, in this article, you can get a list of  January 1 Special Days in India. The history and births of great people are also commemorated on January 1.

1. New Year's Day 

January 1st is commemorated as New Year's Day because, as the name suggests, a new year begins on this day. Today is a day for hope and planning. This day is very important to practically everyone on the planet. People celebrate New Year's Day in a variety of ways, including gatherings with family, exchanging resolutions with loved ones, and cleaning out closets and old clothes.

2. World Family Day 

As with the new year, January 1st is observed as Global Family Day, to spread a positive message of unity. The worldwide family day promotes the idea that, despite variations in cultures and religions, all are one and that, as a whole, human beings can only live and flourish if they work together.

3. International Day of Peace 

The World Day of Peace, primarily a Catholic feast day, is dedicated to universal peace and is observed annually on January 1. The topic of this day is compassion and peace. On this day, people might pray for peace, learn more about peace, and engage in peaceful activities.

4. National Glaucoma Awareness Month 

One of the primary causes of visual loss and blindness Glaucoma is rarely discussed due to a lack of awareness of the condition. National Glaucoma Awareness Month was founded to raise awareness of Glaucoma. On this day, people can attend Glaucoma workshops and have their eyes checked for Glaucoma.

5. National Blood Donor Month  

Winter is often regarded as the most difficult time of year to collect blood because it is the month of holidays, and inclement weather causes blood drives to be cancelled. National Blood Donor Month was created in 1970, and it was determined that every January would be National Blood Donor Month. This is the month to donate blood and raise awareness about blood donation.

6. Queen Victoria was crowned Empress of India 

On January 1, 1877, Conservative Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli declared Queen Victoria Empress of India. Since 1858, India was governed by the British administration then.

7. King Edward VII was crowned Emperor of India 

King Edward VII was declared Emperor of India a few months after his mother, Queen Victoria died. This was a joyous occasion back then because around 16,000 inmates were released on this day. Only two weeks before, Edward VII had suffered from appendicitis.

8. Air India B747 exploded, killing 213 people

In 1978, a heinous catastrophe occurs when an Air India B747 explodes, killing 213 people. The event occurred near Bombay. The jumbo plane is on its way to the Middle East. The majority of the passengers were thought to be Indians.

9. Nana Patekar Birthday 

Vishwanath Patekar, also known lovingly as Nana Patekar, was born on January 1, 1951. He is a well-known actor, screenwriter, and director. He primarily worked in the Hindi and Marathi film industries. For his portrayal in Parinda, he received the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor and the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (1989).

10. Vidya Balan's Birthday 

An Indian actress who is most recognised for her work in Hindi films. Vidya Balan was born on January 1, 1979, in Mumbai, India. With her part in female-led films, she was a pioneer in changing the portrayal of women in film. She has also won several honours, including a National Film Award.