Awareness days are dedicated occasions that highlight specific causes, conditions, cultural practices, or social issues, aiming to educate the public, foster understanding, and inspire action. They play a crucial role in raising visibility, promoting advocacy, and encouraging support for important topics, from health challenges to cultural heritage. By focusing collective attention, these days help drive conversations, reduce stigma, and mobilize resources for positive change.

Chhenapoda Dibasa: This day celebrates Chhenapoda, a cheese dessert from the Indian state of Odisha. Chhena poda literally means Burnt Cheese in Odia, referring to its caramelised crust exterior and soft, spongy texture with slightly smoky notes. It is often described as the Indian counterpart to a cheesecake due to its rich, creamy taste and baking process. For more information, visit: wikipedia_en

World Parkinson's Day: This day raises awareness about Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disease primarily of the central nervous system, affecting both motor and non-motor systems. The motor symptoms are collectively called parkinsonism and include tremors, bradykinesia, rigidity, and postural instability. Non-motor symptoms such as dysautonomia, sleep abnormalities, anosmia, and behavioral changes or neuropsychiatric problems, such as cognitive impairment, psychosis, and anxiety, may appear at any stage of the disease. Symptoms typically develop gradually and non-motor issues become more prevalent as the disease progresses. For more information, visit: wikipedia_en