15 October - Global Handwashing Day Global Handwashing Day is observed on 15 October every year and it was founded by the Global Handwashing Partnership. This day provides an opportunity to design, test and replicate creative ways to encourage people to wash their hands with soap at critical times. In 2008, the first Global Handwashing Day was celebrated. Global Handwashing Day to be observed today. Kanpur: The health department is set to observe 'Global Handwashing Day' on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, based on the theme 'Why clean hands are crucial in today's era.' #GlobalHandwashingDay #DrSureshKPandeyKota #SuViEyeHospitalKota #DrVidushiSharma #SuViEyeHospitalLasikLaserCenterKota