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International Mathematics Day 2026

International Mathematics Day 2026 is observed on March 14 to promote the importance of mathematics in education and research.

• The day was officially proclaimed by UNESCO in 2019.
• The theme for this year is Mathematics and hope.
• The date corresponds with Pi Day, a long-standing informal celebration of the mathematical constant ‘π’ (pi).

History and Significance

• The initiative for a worldwide mathematics celebration was strongly supported by the International Mathematical Union (IMU).
• The day aims to increase public awareness about the role mathematics plays in solving real-world problems and supporting scientific and technological development.

Activities and Celebrations

• Activities organised worldwide include workshops, public lectures, competitions, and educational campaigns aimed at inspiring young learners to pursue mathematics.
• In India, National Mathematics Day is celebrated on December 22 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.