Celebration of a Decade
National Ayurveda Day 2025: The 10th National Ayurveda Day was celebrated in 2025 at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa. The event witnessed participation from the Governor of Goa, Chief Minister of Goa, and Union Ministers. The theme, Ayurveda for People and Planet, highlighted sustainability and global well-being.
Static GK fact: Ayurveda is officially recognised as a medical system in India under the Ministry of Ayush, established in 2014.
Growing Global Influence
Ayurveda is now present in over 150 countries, transforming its image from alternative therapy to a comprehensive healthcare system. Events worldwide reflect its growing recognition. Digital platforms like the NAMASTE portal and Ayush HMIS expand access and support evidence-based practices.
Static GK Tip: The World Health Organization (WHO) established a Global Centre for Traditional Medicine in Jamnagar, Gujarat, in 2022.
Integration with Modern Medicine
A milestone initiative was the Integrative Oncology Unit at AIIA Goa, developed with Tata Memorial Centre. This collaboration merges Ayurvedic principles with modern oncology, offering holistic cancer care. Such efforts demonstrate how traditional and modern medicine can work together for improved outcomes.
Ayurveda and Environmental Sustainability
The 2025 theme underlined Ayurveda’s role in planetary health. Focus was given to the conservation of medicinal plants, especially in Goa’s Western Ghats and coastal ecosystems. Sustainable cultivation and preservation support both ecological balance and local economic development.
Static GK fact: The Western Ghats are a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for rich biodiversity and medicinal flora.
Preventive Healthcare
Ayurveda provides strong frameworks for preventive care. Practices like Dinacharya (daily routine) and Ritucharya (seasonal regimen) help manage lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and stress. Detoxification therapies, herbal medicines, yoga, and balanced diets form the backbone of sustainable health management.
Public Health Participation
The Desh ka Swasthya Parikshan Abhiyan involved 1.29 crore citizens in assessments based on Ayurvedic parameters. With the support of 1.8 lakh volunteers, the campaign set five Guinness World Records. This reflects Ayurveda’s adaptability in mass participation and data-driven healthcare models.
New Digital and Academic Initiatives
The launch of the DRAVYA portal enabled digitisation of Ayurvedic substances. Academic and industrial collaborations were strengthened through new MoUs. Cultural initiatives like the Ran-Bhaji Utsav promoted forest vegetables vital to Ayurvedic diets. Research publications and innovations further expanded the knowledge base.
Leadership and Future Path
Leadership under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has elevated Ayurveda on the global stage. The emphasis was on ethical promotion, scientific validation, and integration into primary healthcare. Youth, researchers, and practitioners were called upon to carry forward this vision.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
National Ayurveda Day 2025:
| Topic | Detail |
| National Ayurveda Day 2025 | 10th edition celebrated at AIIA Goa |
| Theme | Ayurveda for People and Planet |
| Global reach | Ayurveda recognised in over 150 countries |
| Digital platforms | NAMASTE portal, Ayush HMIS, DRAVYA portal |
| Integrative medicine | Oncology unit with Tata Memorial Centre |
| Guinness Records | 5 records set through health campaign |
| Public participation | 1.29 crore citizens, 1.8 lakh volunteers |
| Conservation | Focus on Western Ghats medicinal plants |
| Cultural event | Ran-Bhaji Utsav on forest vegetables |
| Global leadership | PM Modi’s role in Ayurveda promotion |
