National Institute of Sowa Rigpa, Leh Celebrates 11th Ayurveda Day
The National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Leh, celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day on September 23, 2026, under the theme "Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow". The event brought together practitioners, scholars, and stakeholders from Ladakh and the wider Himalayan region to discuss the relevance of traditional systems of medicine.
Why It Matters
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In Simple Words
The National Institute of Sowa Rigpa in Leh celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day on September 23, 2026. The event took place at the New Academic Building in Saboo Thang, Leh, and was chaired by NISR Director Dr Padma Gurmet.
Participants from Ladakh and Himalayan regions like Lahaul, Dharamsala, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh attended. Experts gave presentations on traditional healthcare practices, knowledge preservation, and promoting well-being under the theme "Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow".
Key Points
- The National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Leh, celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day.
- The celebration took place on September 23, 2026.
- The venue was the New Academic Building, Saboo Thang, Leh.
- The programme was chaired by Dr Padma Gurmet, Director, NISR.
- The theme of the celebration was “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow”.
- Participants included practitioners, scholars, and stakeholders from Ladakh and the Himalayan region.
- Regions represented included Lahaul, Dharamsala, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh.
- Experts delivered presentations highlighting Ayurveda and traditional healthcare practices.
Exam Angle
A. Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow
Source: Press Information Bureau