Important DaysSaturday, 21 March 2026·United Nations
International Day of Forests Observed (21 March)
The International Day of Forests was observed on 21 March to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees.
Key highlights
Direct fact
The International Day of Forests is observed on 21 March, proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2012.
Key specifics
- Declared by the UN General Assembly in 2012; first observed in 2013.
- Coordinated by the UN Forum on Forests and the FAO.
- India's forest cover is about 21-22% of its geographical area (India State of Forest Report).
- Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover by area in India.
Exam lens
Important Days / Environment: 21 Mar; UN-declared 2012; India's forest cover ~21-22% (ISFR).