11th Ayurveda Day Celebrated at National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur

The National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Deemed to be University, Jaipur, organised a series of programmes to mark the 11th Ayurveda Day today. The celebrations included traditional worship of Lord Dhanvantari, along with various public awareness, educational and health-related activities.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Sanjeev Sharma, Vice-Chancellor, National Institute of Ayurveda, said that Ayurveda is not merely a system of medicine but a holistic way of life focused on healthy and balanced living. He emphasised the importance of greater awareness about preventive healthcare, appropriate diet and lifestyle and healthy daily routines.

Prof. P. Hemanta, Head, Department of Shalya Tantra; Shri J. P. Sharma, Joint Director (Administration); Shri Chandrashekhar Sharma, Deputy Director; along with doctors, faculty members, officers, staff and students of the Institute, were present during the programme.. (UPDATED ON 23RD SEPTEMBER 2026)