Ayurveda Day was designated as September 23 by the Ministry of Ayush to create a uniform calendar identity. Earlier, the day varied annually, being observed on Dhanteras. This year’s theme is “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” promoting harmony between individuals and the environment.

Jadhav shared that India’s traditional medicine sector has expanded nearly eightfold in the last decade. The manufacturing sector revenue grew from Rs 21,697 crore in 2014-15 to over Rs 1.37 lakh crore, while the services sector generated Rs 1.67 lakh crore. Exports of AYUSH and herbal products reached $1.54 billion across 150 countries.

The 10th Ayurveda Day main event will be held at the All-India Institute of Ayurveda in Goa. Key initiatives include a nationwide health checkup campaign, DRAVYA Portal for Ayurvedic ingredient data, and new integrated oncology and healthcare facilities in collaboration with Goa Government, AIIA, and Tata Memorial Center. Nationwide and global outreach events are planned to strengthen India’s leadership in holistic health systems.

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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also wished people on social media. She shared a new Puja song composed by her. Mahalaya begins Devi Paksha, a 10-day celebration leading up to Durga Puja. The festival celebrates Goddess Durga’s victory over demon king Mahishasura.

In West Bengal, people traditionally listen to ‘Mahishasura Mardini’, a pre-dawn broadcast of hymns invoking the Goddess. Tarpan rituals are performed at rivers to honour ancestors. Preparations for Durga Puja begin in earnest after Mahalaya. Sculptors paint the eyes of Devi Durga in a ritual known as ‘Chokhhu Daan’, marking the festival countdown.

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