Celebrating innovators and creators by safeguarding IP

By Er. Gargi Mishra World Intellectual Property (IP) Day is a global celebration on April 26, marking the formation of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 1970.Established in 2000, the day remembers the entry into force of the WIPO Convention in 1970.

In today's world driven by knowledge, ideas, and digital transformation, protecting the fruits of innovation has never been more important. What and Why Intellectual Property Matter? Intellectual property (IP) is the legal rights granted to creators and inventors to protect their innovations, artistic works, designs, symbols, and brand names. Key categories include patents,trademarks, copyrights, and design rights protect these creations, enabling innovators and creators to benefit from their work.



These rights provide creators with protection and economic benefits, encouraging the dissemination of knowledge, culture, and technology. World IP Day 2025's theme, "IP and Music: Feel the beat of IP," emphasizes the connection between intellectual property and music, highlighting the importance of IP rights in supporting diverse musical ecosystems and the cultural and economic value of music. Recognizing and respecting IP contributes to a thriving environment for creativity, innovation, and the beat of music in a digital-first world.

World IPR Day as a platform to: • Promote understanding of how intellectual property rights promote innovation. • Encourage a culture of respect for creativity and ownership. • Highlight the impact of creative industries on economic growth.

• Support inventors, artists, startups, and entrepreneurs. IP in Everyday Life Intellectual property (IP) is integral to our daily lives, shaping our experiences and supporting various industries. It protects ideas, fuels investment, and ensures innovators can reap rewards.

IP generates billions in revenue globally, employs millions, and empowers local artisans in developing nations. Global and local impact: World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated globally through various events, campaigns, and educational activities. Governments, organisations, schools, and individuals all participate in programs to promote awareness about the importance of intellectual property.

Challenges and Opportunities Intellectual property (IP) is crucial for economic development, innovation, and cultural heritage protection. However, challenges like digital piracy, counterfeiting, and lack of awareness hinder its effectiveness, especially in developing regions. As technology evolves, challenges related to IP rights, such as faking, piracy, and digital copyright, become more significant, necessitating international cooperation and updated legal frameworks.

How World IP Day Inspires Action It's a call to action to educate ourselves and others about the power of intellectual property in fostering a brighter future.World IP Day is a platform for raising awareness about the importance of respecting intellectual property rights and celebrating innovators and creators. It encourages individuals, businesses, and policymakers to recognize the value of creativity and the need for robust IP protections.

A Call to Celebrate Creativity World Intellectual Property Day is a celebration for everyone, from musicians to entrepreneurs. By recognizing and respecting IP rights, we build a world that values creativity, protects innovation, and encourages the next big idea. Let World Intellectual Property Day encourage to appreciate the creativity that surrounds us while also taking actions to honour and safeguard the intellectual property that drives progress.

The author is an accomplished researcher, holding a Master's degree (M.Tech) additionally PGIPR law. with diverse expertise spanning across fields, including Biotechnology, Genetics, Life science, Clinical research, nutrition, IPR Law, environmental science, bio conservation, Molecular biology, Computer sc.

etc. She has significantly contributed to government Research centres and Universities as well as various private sectors, applying her expertise to address critical challenges and drive meaningful progress. (DISCLAIMER: This is an opinion piece.

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