Important Days 16 October 2026
World Food Day 2026 Observed Globally on October 16 Under Theme "Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow."
Why in the News?
**World Food Day 2026** was celebrated globally on **October 16, 2026**, marking the founding anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations established in 1945.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Official Theme for 2026: **“Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.”**
- Strategic Focus: Harnessing science, digital technology, artificial intelligence, and traditional agricultural wisdom to build inclusive, sustainable, and resilient agrifood systems while protecting natural resources.
- Global Hunger Statistics:
- An estimated **645 million people** globally continue to face chronic hunger.
- Approximately **2.69 to 2.7 billion people** cannot afford a healthy, nutritious diet.
- Main Global Event: The flagship international ceremony took place at the FAO Headquarters in **Rome, Italy**, alongside the World Food Forum held from October 12–16, 2026.
Static GK Facts:
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO):
- Established: **October 16, 1945** (in Quebec City, Canada).
- Headquarters: **Rome, Italy**.
- Director-General: **Qu Dongyu**.
- Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2): **Zero Hunger** — End hunger, achieve food security, and improve nutrition by 2030.
- World Food Programme (WFP): Headquarters - Rome, Italy (Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: On which date is World Food Day observed globally every year?
A: October 16
Q: What is the official theme designated for World Food Day 2026?
A: “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.”
Q: Where is the official headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) located?
A: Rome, Italy
Q: Which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) aims to achieve "Zero Hunger" by 2030?
A: SDG 2
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