National Ayurveda Day 2024 Date on Dhanteras Tithi in India: When Is Dhanvantari Jayanti? Know Significance of the Day Dedicated to Birth Anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari
The day coincides with Dhanvantari Jayanti, as Lord Dhanvantari is considered the god of Ayurveda and the divine source of health and healing in Hindu mythology. Ayurveda Day is celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti, which is the 13th day of the dark fortnight in Ashwin.
Ayurveda Day, also known as Dhanvantari Jayanti, is celebrated annually in India to recognise the significance of Ayurveda, the ancient system of natural healing that originated in India more than 5,000 years ago. The day coincides with Dhanvantari Jayanti, as Lord Dhanvantari is considered the god of Ayurveda and the divine source of health and healing in Hindu mythology. Ayurveda Day is celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti, which is the 13th day of the dark fortnight in Ashwin. The Government of India officially declared Ayurveda Day in 2016 to promote Ayurveda as a traditional system of medicine. Dhanteras 2024 Date: When Is Dhanatrayodashi? When To Buy Gold on This Day? Know Dhanteras Puja Muhurat, Auspicious Tithi and Significance To Celebrate the First Day of Diwali.
National Ayurveda Day 2024 Date
Ayurveda Day 2024 will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.
Dhanvantari Jayanti Muhurat
This day usually falls in October or November in the Gregorian calendar. This year, Dhanvantari Jayanti falls on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. The Dhanvantari Puja Pratahkala Muhurat - 06:38 AM to 08:55 AM.
National Ayurveda Day Significance
Ayurveda Day, or Dhanvantari Jayanti, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari, the teacher and father of Ayurveda. Lord Dhanvantari is the physician of God and is considered one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu. The day is also known as Dhanvantari Trayodashi and is celebrated with great devotion. According to a popular legend, on this day, during the churning of the Milky Ocean, Dhanvantari emerged with the nectar pot. Hence, for those who practice Ayurveda, the day of Dhanvantari Trayodashi is very significant for them. Diwali 2024 Full Calendar With Dates of Dhanteras, Laxmi Puja and Bhai Dooj: When Is Deepawali Starting This Year? Know All About 5-Day 'Festival of Lights'.
On this day, people worship Lord Dhanvantari and pray for the good health and physique. Several events are organised by governments and health institutions in India, as well as international bodies, with an aim to recognise the potential of Ayurveda in addressing modern health challenges, including stress, chronic diseases, and environmental impacts on health.
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