Every year on April 22nd, people around the globe celebrate Earth Day. But have you ever wondered why this day is so important? Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 in the United States when Senator Gaylord Nelson initiated a national teach-in about the environment. This came about due to growing concerns about pollution and waste, and the event drew attention to these issues on a national scale. Earth Day has since become a global event, observed by over 1 billion people in 193 countries. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about the environment and the challenges it faces, such as climate change, deforestation, and pollution. We all rely on Earth's resources for survival, but human activities are causing rapid depletion and degradation of these resources. However, the good news is that each one of us can play a part in protecting our planet. Small changes in our daily lives can make a big difference. For instance, recycling, using reusable bags instead of plastic ones, reducing water usage, and planting trees are steps that can help conserve our environment. Remember, Earth does not belong to us, we belong to the Earth. Our actions today will determine the kind of world future generations will inherit. This Earth Day, let's pledge to make our planet a better place to live.