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World Bamboo Day 2026: origin and 18 September date

22 September 20261 min read
ENVIRONMENT & ECOLOGYWorld BambooDay 2026: originand 18 Septemberdate22 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

World Bamboo Day was observed on 18 September 2026, the 18th time the day has been marked.

Key facts

  • Date: 18 September, annually.
  • Purpose: spotlight bamboo’s environmental, cultural and economic value.
  • Origin: 2009, during the 8th World Bamboo Congress in Bangkok.
  • Person linked: Kamesh Salam of Assam, former President of the World Bamboo Organisation.

Exam angle

  • Date: 18 September; year of start: 2009.
  • Founding venue: 8th World Bamboo Congress, Bangkok.
  • 2026 equals the 18th observance.

Test yourself

1. On which date is World Bamboo Day observed each year?

World Bamboo Day falls on 18 September.

2. World Bamboo Day was established during which event?

It was set up in 2009 at the 8th World Bamboo Congress in Bangkok.

3. Which Assam-based person is associated with the World Bamboo Day initiative?

Kamesh Salam, former President of the World Bamboo Organisation, is associated.

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