India Observes National Vaccination Day to Promote Immunization Awareness
The date commemorates the historic launch of the Pulse Polio Immunization Programme in India on March 16, 1995.
On this day in 1995, the first dose of the oral polio vaccine was administered nationwide under the government initiative.
The day serves as a platform to acknowledge the efforts of frontline healthcare workers in achieving high immunization coverage.
Aspirants should remember this day alongside World Consumer Rights Day, which is observed annually on March 15.
Key Facts / Static GK
World Consumer Rights Day: March 15
WHO Global Polio Eradication Initiative launched: 1988
Q Practice Quiz — 16 March 2026
1. Who administered the oath of office to Syed Ata Hasnain as the Governor of Bihar?
Explanation: As per the Constitution of India, the oath of office to a Governor is administered by the Chief Justice of the High Court of that state. In this case, Chief Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo of the Patna High Court administered the oath.
2. Which Union Ministry was primarily responsible for organizing the 'Purple Fest' at Rashtrapati Bhavan?
Explanation: The 'Purple Fest' is an initiative focused on Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities), which falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
3. What is the new revised fee for the NHAI FASTag Annual Pass for the financial year 2026-27?
Explanation: The NHAI has revised the FASTag Annual Pass fee from ₹3,000 to ₹3,075 for the financial year 2026-27, effective April 1, 2026.
4. Tuticorin Airport, which was recently renamed Thoothukudi Airport, is located in which Indian state?
Explanation: The airport is located in the state of Tamil Nadu. The renaming was approved to reflect the local name of the city, Thoothukudi.
5. The festival of 'Chapchar Kut' is associated with which Indian state?
Explanation: Chapchar Kut is the most important traditional spring festival of the Mizo people in Mizoram, celebrated after the completion of jhum cultivation tasks.
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