International Day of Rural Women: 15 October

The International Day of Rural Women is observed on October 15 each year.
The United Nations General Assembly established the day on 18 December 2007 and was observed for the first time in 2008.
2021 theme: “Rural Women Cultivating Good Food for All”
The day recognizes the crucial role of women and girls in ensuring the sustainability of rural households and communities, improving rural livelihoods and overall well-being.
In India, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare observes the day as the Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas since 2016, to increase the active participation of women in agriculture.