National Girl Child Day : January 24
- In India the National Girl Child Day (NGCD) is observed annually on January 24 since 2008.
- The day was initiated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to:
- Spread awareness among people about all the inequalities faced by girls in the country.
- Promote awareness about the rights of a girl child.
- Increase awareness on the importance of girl education, health, and nutrition.