When is the National Day of Silence?

The national day of silence is April 4th.

In order to express the deep condolences of the people of all ethnic groups across the country for the martyrs and compatriots who died in the fight against the new coronavirus epidemic, the State Council decided to hold a national mourning event on April 4, 2020. During this period, flags were flown at half-mast across the country and at embassies and consulates abroad, and public entertainment activities were suspended nationwide. Starting from 10:00 on April 4, people across the country observed a three-minute silence. Cars, trains, and ships blew their horns and air-raid sirens sounded.

Before and after, almost all Chinese people felt deeply sad and distressed. This disaster not only plunged the whole country into an atmosphere of sadness. The Day of Mourning is a special day, a day to pay tribute to those who have passed away, and a day to remind everyone to cherish the present, especially life. Let’s mourn together, remember together, pray together, and offer our deepest condolences to all the innocent lives lost in the COVID-19 epidemic.

Background introduction to the activities of the Mourning Day:

For a long time, after the death of important figures, various countries have often set up various forms of mourning days to commemorate the figures. In addition, after major accidents with heavy casualties, many governments will declare a national day of mourning to show respect for the value of ordinary people's lives. Since this form embodies the awareness of respecting life and putting people first, it has gradually become an international practice. The length of the National Day of Mourning varies depending on the circumstances.

In addition, if the death of a person has a huge impact, or the losses caused by the disaster are very heavy, other countries or international organizations will also launch various mourning activities. The National Day of Mourning can express the sorrow of the people across the country for the victims of disasters and victims of disaster relief, and show to the world the care for life of the Chinese government and the Chinese people and the determination of millions of people to work together for disaster relief and reconstruction.