The National Institute of Ayurveda, Panchkula, will celebrate Ayurveda Day on 23rd September 2025 with grandeur and enthusiasm under the esteemed guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Sharma. This year, the event will be held on the theme “Ayurveda for People and Plants” and will highlight the timeless relevance of Ayurveda in modern life while promoting its principles among the public.
The Ministry of Ayush, through a Gazette Notification dated 23rd March 2025, has designated 23rd September as Ayurveda Day, replacing the earlier practice of observing it on Dhanteras. The date, coinciding with the autumnal equinox, has been chosen for its stability and symbolic significance, reflecting Ayurveda’s fundamental principle of balance between mind, body, and nature.
The celebrations will include a wide range of activities. Renowned Ayurveda experts will deliver health awareness lectures on the holistic applications of Ayurveda in health and wellness. A free consultation camp will be organized to provide personalized advice to the public, while a nukkad natak (street play) will be performed on 18th September 2025 at Student Center, Panjab University Chandigarh to spread awareness about the importance of Ayurveda in daily life.
To encourage youth participation, an online quiz competition will be held for students and Ayurveda enthusiasts, alongside rangoli and poster making competitions will be organised by BAMS students on 19th September 2025 to creatively express their understanding of Ayurveda principles. In addition, a community cleanliness drive will be conducted on 20th September to emphasize the importance of hygiene and environmental sustainability.
As part of the celebration, the National Institute of Ayurveda, Panchkula, is also organizing its 10th Ayurveda Day Online Quiz Competition, open to all age groups and Indian citizens. Registrations will remain open from 10th to 18th September 2025 until 5:00 PM.The results will be announced on 22nd September, and winners will be felicitated on Ayurveda Day.
Attractive prizes including mementos and certificates will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place winners. Interested participants can register through the link: https://rb.gy/xjfm9f.The objective of Ayurveda Day celebrations is to spread awareness about the benefits of Ayurveda, inspire people to adopt its principles in their everyday lives, and connect communities with the ancient wisdom of holistic health.
The event is open to the public, students, and Ayurveda enthusiasts, providing a platform for interaction, learning, and participation in meaningful activities.For further information, please contact: National Institute of Ayurveda, Panchkula, Sector 05D, Mata Mansa Devi Shrine Board, Panchkula, Haryana. Website: https://www.panchkula.nia.edu.in