Ayurveda Day to Be Celebrated on 23rd September.
Important Days
In a significant move to enhance global recognition and consistency, the Government of India has officially designated 23rd September as Ayurveda Day, to be observed annually. This decision, formalized through a Gazette Notification dated 23rd March 2025, marks a shift from the previous practice of aligning the day with Dhanteras, which follows a variable lunar calendar.
- The inaugural Ayurveda Day was celebrated on 28th October 2016, coinciding with Dhanteras, the birth anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari, the divine physician in Hindu mythology.
- This occasion aimed to promote Ayurveda as a scientific, evidence-based, and holistic system of medicine, emphasizing its role in preventive healthcare and wellness.
- The primary motivation behind fixing 23rd September as Ayurveda Day is to ensure consistency and facilitate better planning of national and international events. The earlier practice of observing the day on Dhanteras posed challenges due to its fluctuating date, which varied each year based on the lunar calendar. A fixed date allows for more organized and widespread celebrations.
Main Point :- (i) The chosen date coincides with the autumnal equinox, a day when day and night are nearly equal. This astronomical event symbolizes balance in nature, aligning with the Ayurvedic philosophy that emphasizes equilibrium among the mind, body, and spirit. Celebrating Ayurveda Day on this date underscores the essence of Ayurveda—living in balance with nature.
(ii) By establishing a fixed date, the Government of India aims to enhance the global visibility of Ayurveda and promote its principles of holistic well-being on a universal scale.
(iii) The Ministry of AYUSH encourages individuals, health professionals, academic bodies, and international partners to embrace the newly designated date and actively participate in Ayurveda Day celebrations on 23rd September each year.
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