International Workers’ Day is celebrated every year on 1 May. This day is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of workers and promoting their rights. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of labor in society and the economy.
Today, International Labor Day is celebrated with different themes in different countries. The theme of this year’s international Labour Day is still pending. However, the day is important because it aims to raise awareness about workers’ rights and highlight their struggle for better working conditions. Know the theme, history, significance and ways of celebrating International Workers’ Day 2024.
International Workers’ Day 2024: Theme
The theme of International Labor Day 2024 has not been announced yet.
International Workers’ Day 2024: History
The history of International Labor Day dates back to 1886, when there was a strike by textile workers in Chicago, United States, demanding that they be allowed to work eight hours a day. This strike was successful in establishing the rule of eight-hour workday in many countries. However, this had no immediate impact on the working conditions of the workers. The strike helped establish the rule of only an eight-hour workday, which other countries later adopted.
In 1891, the Second Congress of the International officially recognized May Day as an annual event. It was first celebrated in India in 1909, when the founder of the first trade union, Comrade Malayapuram Singaravelu Chettiar, arranged two meetings to celebrate this day. According to Singaravelar, the government should declare May 1 as a national holiday and celebrate it as Labor Day. The red flag was used for the first time in India to mark the occasion.
International Workers’ Day 2024: Significance
International Workers’ Day is an important day because it aims to raise awareness about workers’ rights and promote their struggle for better working conditions. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of labor in society and the economy.
Ways to celebrate International Workers’ Day 2024
There are different ways to celebrate International Workers’ Day. In many countries, it is a public holiday, and various events and celebrations are held to mark the occasion.
These events may include rallies, marches, and speeches by labor leaders and politicians. Apart from this, many countries also organize special events to honor workers and their contribution to the society.
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