National Safety Day 2023: Date, Theme, History

By : Neha Dhyani

Updated : Mar 1, 2023, 17:34

National Safety Day is celebrated on March 4 every year in India to highlight safety measures that people should follow to avoid accidents. This day marks the beginning of the National Safety Week in India, which is observed from March 4 - March 10 annually. National Safety Day also commemorates the establishment of the National Safety Council in 1966.

The National Safety Council is an NGO concerned with raising awareness about safety protocols related to road safety, human health safety, and environmental safety. We have shared further information about National Safety Day, its importance and its history here.

National Safety Day 2023

National Safety Day aims to throw light on safety measures that can keep citizens safe during a disaster or an accident. The Ministry of Labour and Employment set up National Safety Day in 1972 to encourage the public to be more aware of common safety protocols. This day has been observed since 1972 every year on March 4 in India.

Day	National Safety Day
Observed	March 4 (every year)
Observed In	India
National Safety Day Theme 2023	“Our Aim – Zero Harm”
Launched	Ministry of Labour and Employment
Aim	To educate people about safety protocols and to encourage them to follow the protocols.

National Safety Day Theme 2023

The theme for National Safety Day 2023 is “Our Aim – Zero Harm”. As this day signifies the protection of society as a whole, this year’s theme emphasizes that the motive of the day is to minimize harm as much as possible. Every year, there is a new theme for National Safety Day.

National Safety Day Themes (2011-2023)

We have shared some of the previous year’s themes of National Safety Day here:

Year	National Safety Day Theme
2023	"Our Aim – Zero Harm"
2022	“Nurture young minds - Develop safety culture”
2021	“Learn from disaster and prepare for a safer future”
2019	“Enhance Health & Safety Performance by Use of Advanced Technology”
2018	“Reinforce positive behaviour at the workplace to realise safety and health goals”.
2017	“Keep Each Other Safe”
2016	“Strengthen Safety Movement To Realise Zero Harm”.
2015	“Build a Safety Culture for Sustainable Supply Chain”.
2014	"Workplace Management and Risk Control" and "Safety: It Takes Us Everything"
2013	“Working Together to Ensure Safe and Healthy Workplace”
2012	“Ensure a secure and healthy working environment – A fundamental human right”.
2011	“Establish and maintain preventative safety and health culture”.

National Safety Day - History

The history of National Safety Day can be traced back to 1966, when the National Safety Council was established. This day commemorates the establishment of the National Safety Council every year on March 1. Find the complete history and timeline of National Safety Day here:

1966 - The Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India established the National Safety Council as a non-profit, self-financing body on 4th March 1966.
1972 - National Safety Day was launched for the first time.
2000 - The National Safety Council was registered as a Public Trust under the Bombay Public Trust Act of 1950.
2021 - Several leaders and organizations take to Twitter to spread the message of safety on National Safety Day through the Adopted Societies Registration Act

National Safety Week (March 4 - March 10)

This year will mark the onset of the 52nd National Safety Day. The day will be celebrated as a major national campaign across industries, NGOs, departments, and regulatory agencies. The primary objective of National Safety Day 2023 is to protect and serve society and foster a preventive culture and scientific mindset among people.

This day will also mark the beginning of National Safety Week in India. This annual weekly celebration started as a road safety day campaign lasting only a single day. It was later extended as an annual week-long celebration, starting on March 4 and lasting till March 10.

How to Celebrate National Safety Day 2023

On National Safety Day, several activities are undertaken to make people aware of the importance of the occasion. Here are some ways in which National Safety Day 2023 will be celebrated:

National Safety Council will conduct seminars, programmes, and workshops.
Special screening of films on safety is done in employee/unit colonies.
On National Safety Day, practical demonstrations are done to train people to use PPE, Fire fighting, rescue, etc.
Emergency drills are organised to help people become confident about safety procedures and protocols.

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FAQs on National Safety Day

Q1. When is National Safety Day?

National Safety Day is celebrated on March 1 every year in India. This day is organized by the Ministry of Labour and Employment to educate people about common safety protocols to minimize accidents and mishaps. National Safety Day commemorates the establishment of the National Safety Council.

Q2. What is the theme of National Safety Day 2023?

National Safety Day theme 2023 is “Our Aim – Zero Harm .” Each year, the National Safety Council announces a new theme for the day. This year’s National Safety Day 2023 theme emphasizes on encouraging young people to follow safety norms.

Q3. Why do we celebrate National Safety Day?

We celebrate National Safety Day to emphasize the importance of following safety protocols to safeguard our and others’ lives. This day encourages people to educate themselves about safety norms. National Safety Day is an initiative of the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Q4. Who established National Safety Day?

The Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India established National Safety Day. The government created the National Safety Council on March 4, 1966. To commemorate the day of establishment of the National Safety Council, the government launched National Safety Day on March 4, 1972.

Q5. Why is March 4 celebrated as National Safety Day?

March 4 is celebrated as National Safety Day because it commemorates the day on which the government of India established the National Safety Council. The Ministry of Labour and Employment established National Safety Council on March 4, 1966, and therefore, National Safety Day is celebrated on March 4 every year.

Q6. Is National Safety Day related to National Safety Week?

Yes, National Safety Day is related to National Safety Week. National Safety Day is celebrated on March 1 to commemorate the foundation of National Safety Council on the same day in 1966. National Safety Day marks the beginning of National Safety Week, which is observed from March 4 - March 10 in India.