National Ayurveda Day 2025 Highlights Health Sustainability Initiatives
Why in the News?
The 10th National Ayurveda Day 2025 is celebrated at AIIA, Goa, emphasizing Ayurveda’s role in promoting health, ecological balance, and sustainable living. The theme “Ayurveda for People, Ayurveda for Planet” highlights traditional medicine’s global relevance and contribution to well-being, showcasing the importance of this ancient system of Indian traditional medicine. This event underscores the growing recognition of traditional medicine systems in achieving universal health coverage and enhancing primary health care.
Key Highlights of Celebration:
- Inauguration by Union Minister of State, Ministry of Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav, with Union Minister Shripad Yesso Naik attending, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting traditional medicine practices.
- Theme 2025: “Ayurveda for People, Ayurveda for Planet”, emphasizing health, wellness, and environmental sustainability through traditional medicine systems.
- Presentation of National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards 2025 to honour distinguished contributors in Ayurveda research and practice, recognizing excellence in traditional medicine and its integration with modern healthcare.
- Launch of new facilities at AIIA Goa Hospital, including:
○ Integrative Oncology Unit, combining traditional medicine with modern cancer treatments
○ Central Sterile Supply Department
○ Blood Storage Unit
○ Hospital Linen Processing Care Unit
- Organization of Ran-Bhaji Utsav, a festival showcasing local forest vegetables and promoting traditional dietary practices aligned with Ayurvedic principles and herbal remedies.
Significance for Public Health and Environment
- Encourages eco-friendly healthcare practices aligned with planetary sustainability, integrating traditional medicine approaches with modern medicine.
- Supports local medicinal plant cultivation and biodiversity conservation, promoting herbal medicine and remedies used in traditional medicine formulations.
- Promotes preventive healthcare and wellness education among communities, emphasizing the holistic approach of traditional medicine systems.
- Strengthens research collaborations and international knowledge exchange in the field of traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM), including partnerships with the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (GCTM).
- Enhances visibility and recognition of traditional medicine for modern challenges, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary health needs and supporting universal health coverage.
Ayurveda and Its National Importance: |
| ● Ayurveda: Ancient Indian system of medicine focusing on holistic health, prevention, and natural remedies, representing a key aspect of traditional medicine practices. |
| ● Government Support: Ministry of Ayush promotes Ayurveda via research, training, and public health initiatives, recognizing its role in integrative medicine and complementary medicine. |
| ● Legislation & Policies: Recognized under the National AYUSH Mission, contributing to preventive healthcare and eco-friendly practices in line with traditional medicine strategy and quality standards. |
| ● Global Recognition: Celebrated internationally for sustainable healthcare solutions and integrative medicine, showcasing the relevance of traditional healing practices like Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, and Thai traditional medicine. |
| ● Integration in Modern Healthcare: Collaboration with hospitals and research institutes to blend Ayurveda with modern medical systems, advancing evidence-based traditional medicine products and practices. |