World Coconut Day is observed on September 2 each year. The initiative was launched by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) to raise awareness about the importance of coconut in poverty reduction. The objective of this year's World Coconut Day is to bolster investments and further the development of the industry.

Popular around the world, the coconut is a staple ingredient in numerous Asian dishes. In addition to the many health benefits associated with it, coconut enjoys major importance in India owing to its spiritual and ritualistic roots.  Let’s have a look at tasty recipes to make this a happy world coconut day!