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Ministry of Ayush: Ayurveda Day to be observed on Sep 23 annually from 2025.

National | Dated: 13 Nov 2025

The Ministry of Ayush, in a landmark decision, announced that Ayurveda Day will be observed on a fixed date of September 23 annually, starting from 2025. This date coincides with the autumnal equinox, symbolizing balance, which is a core principle of Ayurveda. Previously, the day was celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti (Dhanteras), giving it a fixed global calendar identity.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Ayurveda Day will be observed on a fixed date of September 23 annually from 2025.
  • This date was chosen as it coincides with the autumnal equinox, symbolizing balance.
  • Previously, Ayurveda Day was celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti (Dhanteras).

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The decision provides Ayurveda a universal calendar identity, enabling greater global participation.
  • The autumnal equinox represents cosmic harmony and the balance of mind, body, and spirit in Ayurveda.
  • Ayurveda Day was first celebrated in 2016.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

From 2025, Ayurveda Day will be observed annually on which fixed date?

Correct Answer: September 23

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ministry of Ayush

  • Full Form: Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy.
  • Union Minister: Sarbananda Sonowal (as of Nov 2025).