MUSCAT : The society has called for greater public awareness to reduce light pollution and protect the night sky, as the world marks International Dark Sky Week from April 13 to 20, 2026.

In a statement issued, it warned that increasing artificial lighting is gradually obscuring the natural beauty of the night sky, limiting visibility of stars and celestial features that have inspired humanity for centuries.

The society further stressed that preserving dark skies begins with individual responsibility and the careful use of lighting, noting that excessive and poorly directed illumination has environmental, scientific, and health impacts.

International Dark Sky Week aims to highlight the importance of reducing unnecessary lighting, improving conditions for astronomical observation, and ensuring a clearer view of the universe.

The initiative also seeks to protect ecosystems and nocturnal wildlife affected by artificial light, while supporting human health by maintaining natural biological rhythms.

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