World Drowning Prevention Day Diplomatic Correspondent 26th July, 2021 12:00:29 AM The first UN World Drowning Prevention Day was observed in Bangladesh and elsewhere in the world on Sunday, highlighting the tragic and profound impact of drowning on families and communities and drawing attention to life-saving solutions to prevent drowning. At least 236,000 people drown every year, and drowning is among the ten leading causes of death for children and youths aged 1-24 years. World Drowning Prevention Day, declared through the April 2021 UN General Assembly Resolution “Global drowning prevention” is held annually on July 25. Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Ireland Prime Minister Taoiseach Micheál Martin led the passing of the UN Resolution on drowning.