World Creativity and Innovation Day

World Creativity and Innovation Day History

World Creativity and Innovation Day (WCID) advocates for the importance of thinking creatively and innovatively across all human activities. This day highlights the role of creativity and innovation in problem-solving, with the potential to make the world a better place and boost economic growth. It emphasizes the necessity of using novel, out-of-the-box ideas to address global challenges from climate change to social issues, and aims to foster an environment that encourages new thoughts and perspectives.

First designated by the United Nations in 2018, the day underscores creativity and innovation as crucial for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In India, the relevance of WCID is significant given the country's ongoing development and the rising importance of innovation in its economic growth. India is making significant strides in the fields of technology, science, and entrepreneurship, with a burgeoning ecosystem of startups and innovation led enterprises. WCID thus provides an opportunity to celebrate and encourage the culture of creativity and innovation in India.

In India, World Creativity and Innovation Day is observed by various activities and initiatives aimed at encouraging creativity and innovation. Many institutions, from schools to corporations, organize workshops, seminars, and competitions designed to stimulate creativity and innovative thinking. The day also often sees the launch of new innovation-driven initiatives by government and private sector entities. World Creativity and Innovation Day is celebrated annually on April 21, serving as a reminder and catalyst for the great value of ingenuity and innovative solutions in India’s progressive stride.

Facts about World Creativity and Innovation Day

• The theme for World Creativity & Innovation Day in 2025 was Harnessing Creativity for Global Progress.
  The theme in 2024 was Inspire.
  The theme in 2023 was Step Out and Innovate.
  In 2022 the theme was Collaboration.
• According to the United Nations, the world’s cultural and creative industry generates about $2.25 billion in revenue. It also creates more than 29 million jobs worldwide.
• On this day, the Indian government has previously highlighted numerous schemes aimed at promoting a culture of innovation, like the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), which mandated the establishment of tinkering labs in schools to encourage scientific temper amongst students.
• The World Intellectual Property Indicators reported that India had over 2,000 patent applications in 2018, further underlining the creativity and innovation present in the country.

In the News and Trending in India for World Creativity and Innovation Day

Top things to do in India for this observance

• Participate in the 2024 World Creativity and Innovation Day celebrations.
• Watch the 2024 World Creativity and Innovation Day manifesto video
• Explore 5 world-changing ideas that demonstrate what humans are capable of.
• Visit Science Centers and Museums: Visiting places like the National Science Centre in Delhi, Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum in Bangalore, and Nehru Science Centre in Mumbai can be a great way to enhance creative thinking.
• Visit Innovation Hubs and Co-working Spaces: Visiting places like SocialCops in Delhi, NUMA Bengaluru, and 91springboards across different cities can inspire innovative thinking.