World Bamboo Day 2025: 5 fascinating facts you need to know
Kaveri Amin
Significance
The day aims to raise global awareness about bamboo`s crucial role in environmental protection, sustainable development, and rural economies
Significance
Bamboo production in India
India produces an estimated 3.23 million tonnes of bamboo annually, making it the second-largest producer globally after China
Bamboo production in India
Origin
It was established by the World Bamboo Organization (WBO) in 2009 at the 8th World Bamboo Congress in Bangkok in Thailand
Origin
Use of Bamboo in Indian food
In India, the consumption of bamboo is concentrated in the Northeast, where young shoots are prepared fresh, fermented, pickled, or canned for traditional dish
Use of Bamboo in Indian food
World Bamboo Day
World Bamboo Day is celebrated annually on September 18th to promote the sustainable benefits of bamboo as a versatile and eco-friendly resource
World Bamboo Day
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