National Ayurveda Day to be observed on September 23; check significance of date

The Union government on Tuesday designated September 23 as Ayurveda Day marking a significant shift from the earlier practice of observing Ayurveda Day on DhanterasThe change was notified through a Gazette Notification dated March 23 the Ministry of Ayush saidCalling the decision to change the date as landmark the ministry said it will enhance the global visibility and consistency of Ayurveda which is Indiarsquos 5000yearold system of healing rooted in ancient wisdom and sustainable livingNotably Dhanteras is a festival observed in the Hindu month of Kartik usually October or November Its date fluctuates each year posing logistical challenges for organising national and international observances of Ayurveda day the Ministry saidIn addition in the coming decade the date of Dhanteras would continue to vary widely between October 15 and November 12To addrress this the Ministry constituted an expert panel which opined to establish a stable reference point for national and global celebrations of Ayurveda September 23 was among the four potential dates proposedldquoThis decision was guided by both practical and symbolic considerationsrdquo the Ministry saidldquoThe chosen date 23rd September coincides with the autumnal equinox a day when day and night are nearly equal This astronomical event symbolises balance in nature perfectly aligning with the Ayurvedic philosophy that emphasises equilibrium between the mind body and spirit The equinox representing cosmic harmony underscores the essence of Ayurveda living in balance with naturerdquo the ministry addedThe Ministry of Ayush initially declared National Ayurveda Day in 2016 on the birth anniversary of Dhanvantari the Hindu god of Medicine The first Ayurveda Day was first celebrated on 28 October 2016ldquoAyurveda Day has been commemorated annually to promote Ayurveda as a scientific evidencebased and holistic system of medicine that plays a pivotal role in preventive healthcare and wellnessrdquo the Ministry saidThe Ministry urged individuals health professionals academic bodies and international partners to embrace the newly designated date and actively participate in Ayurveda Day celebrationsThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoeveratOptionskeyd0ddb8ef8f1a62a8cdd22fac27fc5ea7formatiframeheight90width728params