Today, International Mother Language Day is being celebrated in various countries of the world, including Nepal, by organizing various programs related to promoting linguistic awareness, cultural diversity and multilingualism. The main objective of this day is to promote unity in diversity and international understanding.

In November 1999, Bangladesh started celebrating the International Mother Language Day with the approval of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).  However, the United Nations General Assembly declared this day in 2002.

Today, to ensure the development of languages, cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue, the International Mother Language Day silver jubilee ceremony is being celebrated by organizing various programs including 'technical dialogue, high-level discussion sessions and cultural performances' at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. 

According to UNESCO, the ceremony  Quality education for all, building an inclusive society, protecting cultural heritage,  The focus will be on the use of science and technology in sustainable development and the promotion of multilingualism and multiculturalism.