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01/06/22 09:11 AM IST

International Day of UN Peacekeepers 2022

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  • The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is celebrated on 29 May annually for paying tribute to the contributions of uniformed and civilian personnel to the organisation’s work.
  • The day aims to honour nearly 4,200 peacekeepers who had lost their lives serving under the UN flag since 1948. This includes 135 personnel who lost their lives last year.
  • Theme- People Peace Progress: The Power of Partnerships.
Historical Background
  • The first UN peacekeeping mission called the 'United Nations Truce Supervision Organization' or UNTSO began operations in Palestine on 29 May 1948.
  • The decision to observe this day was taken by the General Assembly in its resolution 57/129.
  • On 29 May, UN offices, along with the member states and non-governmental organisations, solemnize events to honour fallen peacekeepers.
Significance 
  • UN Peacekeeping operations observe the day to strengthen bonds with the local populations that have been deployed to serve. For example, school and orphanage visits, sporting events, art and essay competitions, neighbourhood clean ups, photo exhibits, tree plantings, concerts, conferences and workshops are organised on peace issues.
  • UN peacekeepers (often referred to as Blue Berets or Blue Helmets because of their light blue berets or helmets) can include soldiers, police officers, and civilian personnel.
Source- PIB 

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