National Forest Martyrs Day 2025

• National Forest Martyrs Day is observed every year on September 11 to remember the sacrifices made to protect India's rich natural heritage.

• The day also aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving our forests, wildlife and natural resources.

• The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change officially declared September 11 as National Forest Martyrs Day in 2013.

• The Khejarli tragedy is remembered with the establishment of National Forest Martyrs Day.

• The Forest Martyrs Day dates back to 1730, when 363 people of the Bishnoi community were massacred in Khejarli while protecting forests and animals.