Ayurveda Day

Ayurveda Day is celebrated to promote the ancient Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda, and is observed on Dhanvantari Jayanti, during Dhanteras.

Ayurveda Day

Ayurveda Day Latest News

The Government of India has declared that Ayurveda Day will now be observed annually on 23rd September, starting from 2025.

Why 23rd September?

  • The date 23rd September coincides with the autumnal equinox, when day and night are nearly equal.
  • This event represents balance in nature, aligning with the Ayurvedic principle of equilibrium among body, mind, and spirit.
  • The symbolism of cosmic balance supports the holistic philosophy of Ayurveda, making the equinox a powerful metaphor for natural harmony and health.

What is Ayurveda?

  • The term ‘Ayurveda’ is derived from ‘Ayu’ (life) and ‘Veda’ (knowledge), meaning the “science of life.”
  • Ayurveda deals with all forms of life and is divided into:
    • Nara Ayurveda – focused on human life and health,
    • Satva Ayurveda – deals with animal health and diseases,
    • Vriksha Ayurveda – focused on plant growth, health, and diseases.
  • Ayurveda is not just a system of medicine but also a philosophy of living aimed at positive health and spiritual growth.

Structure and Practice of Ayurveda

  • Ayurveda has both preventive and curative elements, with therapies adapted to individual, climatic, and environmental needs.
  • Preventive aspects include: Strict hygiene protocolslifestyle discipline, and seasonal regimens.
  • Curative aspects involve: Herbal remediesdietary therapyexternal applications, and physiotherapy.
  • Ayurveda advocates for personalised treatment, customised to the prakriti (constitution) and imbalances (doshas) of each individual.
  • The Indian Medical Council Act of 1971 provides formal recognition to Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha systems, ensuring standardisation and regulation.

 Core Principles and Holistic Approach

  • Ayurveda is based on the concept of the tridosha theoryVata (air & space), Pitta (fire & water), and Kapha (water & earth).
  • The seven body tissues (dhatus) are: Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Meda, Asthi, Majja, and Shukra.
  • Waste products (malas) include: Mala (feces), Mutra (urine), and Sweda (sweat).
  • Health is defined as the balanced state of these doshas, dhatus, and malas.
  • Disease arises from imbalance, and Ayurveda treats the root causes, not just the symptoms.

Ayurveda Day FAQs

Q1: What is Ayurveda Day?
Ans: Ayurveda Day is celebrated to promote the ancient Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda, and is observed on Dhanvantari Jayanti, during Dhanteras.

Q2: Which ministry organises Ayurveda Day celebrations?
Ans: The Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) organizes Ayurveda Day in India.

Source: PIB

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