World Leprosy Day 2026 observed on 25 January

Exam-focused facts from the 1 February 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

World Leprosy Day is observed on the last Sunday of January every year.
In 2026, World Leprosy Day falls on 25 January.
The theme for World Leprosy Day 2026 is 'Leprosy is curable, the real challenge is stigma'.
In India, World Leprosy Day is celebrated on 30 January, marking the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.