International day of Mine Awareness and Assistance is being observed today.

The day aims to raise awareness about landmines and progress toward their eradication.

This year theme of the day is: ‘Safe Ground, Safe Steps, Safe Home’. In a message on the day, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said this day is not just reminder of how the world got rid of the scourge of landmines but also emphasizes the need for more action in this regard.

Source: Radio Pakistan