Let's see what are the important days of the month of May.
International Labor Day
May 1 is celebrated as International Labors Day to improve labors working conditions and to promote eight-hour work.

In 1889 a general assembly of International workers in Paris has initiated this for the welfare of labors.

The theme of 2018 Labours day was "Uniting Workers for Social and Economic Advancement".

World Press Freedom Day

May 3 is celebrated as World Press Freedom Day to assess the state of press freedom throughout the world.

It was started by UNGA on the recommendation of UNESCO.
The theme of 2018 World Press Freedom Day was "Keeping Power in Check: Media, Justice, and Rule of the Law.

National Technology Day

May 11 is celebrated as National Technology Day as the remembrance of Anniversary of Operation Pokhran-II-India joined the Nuclear Club.

It was started by Technology Development Board
The theme of 2018 National Technology Day was "Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future".

International Day of Family

May 15 is celebrated as the International Day of Family to enhance SDG: 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institution. It was started by UNGA.

The theme of the 2018 International Day of Family was "Family and Inclusive societies".

World Telecommunications Day

May 17 is celebrated as World Telecommunications Day to raise awareness about ICT in bridging socioeconomic gaps.

It was started by the International Telecommunications Union.
The theme of 2018 World Telecommunications Day was "Enabling the positive use of Artificial Intelligence for All".

National Anti-Terrorism Day

May 21 is celebrated as National Anti-Terrorism Day as Former Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by LTTE Govt of India started to mitigate the terror activities in India.

International Day of Biological Diversities

May 22 is celebrated as International Day of Biological Diversities to celebrate the diversities provided by our natural system. It was started by the United Nations.

The theme of 2019 International Day of Biological Diversities is "Our Biodiversity, Our Food, Our Health"

International Day of UN Peace Keepers

May 29 is celebrated as the International Day of UN Peace Keepers to honor the memories of UN peacekeepers who lost their lives. It was started by the United Nations.

The theme of 2018 was "UN Peacekeepers:70 Years of Service and Sacrifice".

World No-Tobacco Day
May 31 is celebrated as World No-Tobacco Day to draw awareness of the negative impact that tobacco has on people's lives.

The theme for 2019 World No-Tobacco Day is "Tobacco and Lung Health".

Thus these are the significance of the month of may.Enjoy your summer with knowing the significance of the month.

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