National Pollution Prevention Day, also known as National Pollution Control Day, is observed in India every December 2. This day commemorates the victims of the Bhopal disaster, a catastrophic chemical accident that occurred in 1984 at a pesticide plant in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, resulting in thousands of deaths and long-term health issues for many more. The observance aims to highlight the importance of industrial disaster management and the prevention of pollution caused by negligence in industrial processes. Events are held across the country to remember the victims of the Bhopal gas tragedy and to promote awareness of pollution control acts adopted in India. The Central Pollution Control Board, established by the Government of India in 1974, plays a significant role in managing air and water pollution and ensuring environmental safety.