Divya Delhi : The most lethal infectious illness, tuberculosis (TB), remains a global issue. It has major health, social, and economic effects. Every March 24, World Tuberculosis Day emphasizes the need to end TB. This day commemorates the fight against this lung-damaging bacterial illness. When TB patients cough, sneeze, or spit, tiny airborne particles spread the disease. Good news: TB can be prevented and cured. Let's examine this year's World Tuberculosis Day's theme, history, importance, and Indian celebration. The 2025 World Tuberculosis Day theme is "Yes!" Commit, Invest, Deliver to End TB.” This subject emphasizes the necessity for ongoing effort, financial assistance, and successful TB prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care. Long history of World Tuberculosis Day. Johann Schönlein coined the term “tuberculosis” in 1834, although the disease, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, has been there for millions of years, according to the CDC. TB had other names. Greeks named it “phthisis,” Hebrews “schachepheth,” and Romans “tabes.” It was termed the “white plague” or “consumption” in the 1700s and 1800s because it made people pale and skinny. On March 24, 1882, Dr. Robert Koch discovered TB bacteria. On the same day 100 years later, World Tuberculosis Day commemorates this discovery. TB awareness and prevention are promoted on the day. World Tuberculosis Day is crucial because it raises awareness of TB's major health, social, and economic implications. The day inspires global TB prevention efforts. Community education and action assist gather resources and support for TB prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.