March 24: World TB Day, Notable Birthdays, and Key Historical Moments

Every year on March 24th, the world unites to commemorate World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, focusing on raising awareness about the severe health, social, and economic impacts of TB. This day also amplifies efforts to eradicate the global TB epidemic. The date is significant as it marks the occasion in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch revealed the discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, a breakthrough in medical science.

Major Historical Events & Famous Birthdays

Here is the list of major events on March 24 over the years

	A	B
1	24 March, 1775	Birth of Muthuswami Dikshitar, renowned Indian classical musician and veena player, and part of the Carnatic music trinity.
2	24 March, 1837	Canada granted voting rights to black citizens, marking a major milestone in its history.
3	24 March, 1882	Dr. Robert Koch discovered Mycobacterium tuberculosis, leading to the commemoration of World Tuberculosis (TB) Day.
4	24 March, 1922	Birth of T.M. Soundarajan, an Indian Carnatic musician and playback singer whose career spanned six decades.
5	24 March, 1924	Birth of P.V. Narasimha Bharati, a Tamil film actor known for his role in Ponmudi.
6	24 March, 1924	Greece transitioned to a republic, marking a significant political shift.
7	24 March, 1944	Death of Indo-British General Orde Wingate, recognized for his military leadership.
8	24 March, 1962	Birth of Javed Khan, Indian film and television actor.
9	24 March, 1975	Birth of Bollywood singer Papon (Angaraag Mahanta).
10	24 March, 1979	Birth of Emraan Hashmi, popular Bollywood actor.
11	24 March, 1987	Birth of Mugdha Chaphekar, Indian television actress.
12	24 March, 1989	Birth of Suyyash Rai, Indian actor and singer.
13	24 March, 1991	Birth of Krunal Pandya, Indian international cricketer.
14	24 March, 1992	Birth of Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, 27th chief of the Kingdom of Mysore and head of the Wadiyar dynasty.