World Pulses Day as the name suggests is a day dedicated to the importance of pulses. This day is observed on February 10 of every year.  The main purpose of this day is to recognize the importance of pulses (dry beans, lentils, dry peas, chickpeas, lupins) as a global food. The celebration of the year increased public awareness of the nutritional and environmental benefits of pulses as part of sustainable food production.

World Pulses Day also comes under the second goal of the United Nations i.e. ?Zero Hunger.? Moreover, the day also covers objectives mentioned in the United Nations Agenda 2030.

On this day, people are urged to consume and donate pulses and also create awareness around it. Many people on World Pulses day organise lunches or dinners with pulses on the menu. Some indulge in donating pulses to those who may not have access to it due to various reasons.

Since a global pandemic is still prevalent many people across the globe have decided to hold virtual events wherein there will be seminars on the importance of pulses in our day-to-day lives. A big event around World Pulses Day will be held virtually in New York. The main focus of the event will be to raise awareness and recognize the contribution of pulses to sustainable food systems and healthy diets.

The day not only emphasizes consumption but also urges people to grow pulses. Along with the nutritional value, the farming of pulses is also very important for the soil as it replenishes urea and minerals in it.

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