RARC Dimapur Celebrates 11th Ayurveda Day with Community Focus

The Regional Ayurveda Research Centre (RARC) in Dimapur successfully celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day on September 23 under the theme “Ayurveda for Health.” The commemorative event was graced by Dr. Girish Patil S., Director of the ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun, Medziphema, who attended the occasion as the chief guest. The formal proceedings were officially opened by Consultant Dr. Laiphrakpam Renu Devi, who delivered an insightful address emphasizing the rapidly growing global relevance of traditional Ayurvedic principles in modern preventive healthcare, daily nutrition, and environmental sustainability. Building upon these thoughts, Dr. Dipsundar Sahu, Research Officer (Ay.) and overall in charge of RARC Dimapur, highlighted Ayurveda’s comprehensive and holistic methodology as a vital, time-tested solution for contemporary healthcare challenges. Dr. Sahu stressed the collective institutional vision of actively promoting sustainable wellness routines, natural lifestyle habits, and proactive self-care practices among the local populace. To mark the special observance with active public participation, the Centre organized a diverse array of community-centric engagement activities, ranging from free health screening camps and orientation sessions to educational awareness drives across local schools designed to educate students on healthy living, balanced nutrition, and preventive wellness. The day’s interactive itinerary featured an engaging health quiz competition for visiting patients, the ceremonial distribution of high-value medicinal saplings aimed at encouraging household herbal gardens, a colorful Rangoli design competition, and a creative non-flame culinary contest that showcased innovative, nutrition-focused ideas. The informative event concluded on a warm note with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Nikhil Krishna, Research Assistant in Botany, who expressed deep gratitude to the distinguished guests, dedicated staff members, and enthusiastic community members whose collective participation made the celebration a resounding success. Through these multifaceted initiatives, RARC Dimapur continues to strengthen its community footprint, inspiring residents to adopt holistic Ayurvedic practices into their daily lives while fostering a deeper appreciation for traditional wellness systems across Nagaland.