The World Hydrography Day celebrated on 21st June

The World Hydrography Day (WHD) is celebrated on 21st June every year around the world to publicize the work of hydrographers and the importance of hydrography.
The 2019 theme is "Hydrographic Information Driving Marine Knowledge".
In 1921, this day was established by International Hydrographic Bureau (IHB) for the purpose of providing a mechanism for consultation between governments on such matters as technical standards, safe navigation and the protection of the marine environment.

Published On : 21 Jun 2019