International Mountain Day being observed today

nepalnews.com December 11, 2025 03:58 Environment English

Summary

International Mountain Day is observed annually on December 11 to raise awareness about the importance of mountains, glacier preservation, and the impacts of climate change on mountain ecosystems and livelihoods.

Key Points

International Mountain Day is celebrated on December 11 worldwide to highlight mountain importance and challenges.
The 2023 theme is “Glaciers matter for water, food, and livelihoods in mountains and beyond.”
The UN has proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation to increase awareness about glacier roles and threats.
Melting glaciers due to climate change threaten water security, agriculture, energy, and Indigenous identities.