National Pollution Control Day is observed every year on December 2 in India. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about different types of pollution—air, water, soil, and noise—and reminding us why it is important to keep our environment clean. It also marks the memory of the victims of the 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy, one of the world’s worst industrial disasters.

On this day, students, teachers, and organizations discuss the impact of pollution on health and the environment. Air pollution causes asthma and breathing problems, water pollution spreads diseases, and soil pollution reduces crop quality. National Pollution Control Day aims to encourage everyone to reduce pollution by following eco-friendly habits such as using public transport, avoiding plastic bags, planting trees, and saving water. The day teaches us that controlling pollution is not only the duty of the government but also the responsibility of every citizen. By making small changes in our daily lives, we can help create a cleaner and healthier environment for the future