JAMMU, Nov 6: The Regional Ayurveda Research Institute (RARI), Jammu, celebrated Dhanwantari Jayanti on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras with religious fervor and enthusiasm.
The celebration paid tribute to Lord Dhanwantari, revered as the divine physician and the originator of Ayurveda, and coincided with the nationwide observance of Dhanteras.
The programme commenced with Dhanwantari Pooja and traditional rituals. Officers, researchers, staff members, students and patients participated in the celebration, which highlighted the significance of Ayurveda in promoting preventive healthcare and holistic well-being.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Harbans Singh, Head of RARI Jammu, said that Dhanwantari Jayanti provides an opportunity to reaffirm the collective commitment towards the preservation, promotion, research and scientific advancement of Ayurveda.
He highlighted the importance of Ayurvedic principles in maintaining good health through a balanced diet, daily and seasonal regimens, yoga and natural therapies. He also encouraged the public to avail themselves of the evidence-based Ayurvedic healthcare services offered by the institute.
Dr. Poonam Mohod, Research Officer (Ayurveda), in her address, highlighted the relevance of Ayurvedic principles in contemporary life. She emphasized that Ayurveda focuses not merely on the treatment of diseases but also on the preservation of health, strengthening of immunity and prevention of illness.
She encouraged participants to incorporate Ayurveda-based lifestyle practices into their daily routines for better physical, mental and emotional well-being.
The speakers further highlighted that RARI Jammu, functioning under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, is actively engaged in clinical research, medicinal plant studies, public healthcare services and community awareness initiatives, with the objective of advancing Ayurveda through scientific research and public outreach.
The celebration concluded with prayers for the health, happiness and prosperity of all, followed by the distribution of Ayurvedic literature and awareness materials among the participants.