Indian Embassy Celebrates the 11th Ayurveda Day in Kuwait
The Embassy of the Republic of India in Kuwait celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day yesterday, with the participation of more than 200 Ayurveda practitioners, wellness experts, and representatives from relevant organizations, alongside members of the Indian community in Kuwait.
The event was held at the embassy premises and featured a series of lectures, specialized presentations, exhibitions, and cultural segments that highlighted the benefits of Ayurveda and its role in promoting holistic health and quality of life.
Ayurveda is one of the oldest healthcare systems in the world and represents an integral part of India’s knowledge heritage and health traditions. It is based on a holistic concept of health that focuses on achieving balance between body and mind through diet, lifestyle, daily habits, and various wellness practices.
The program opened with a video message from Shri Baidya Kotesha, Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH in the Government of India. In her address, Paramita Tripathi, the Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, emphasized the importance of Ayurveda as part of India’s knowledge and health heritage, noting the growing global recognition of the system.
The program included several specialized lectures on the importance of Ayurveda in addressing health challenges and contemporary lifestyles. Dr. C. Ashwin Chandra delivered a video lecture titled “Ayurveda for Stress Management and Sleep Improvement,” discussing Ayurvedic approaches to managing stress, improving sleep, and enhancing overall health.
Dr. Gauri Baghat presented a lecture titled “Ayurveda for Prevention and Management of Lifestyle Diseases and Preventive Health,” outlining the role of Ayurveda in preventive healthcare and supporting the prevention and management of lifestyle-related health issues.
The celebration also featured a Kalari-Yoga performance by the KMS Kalari and Ayur Yoga troupe, which combined elements of the traditional Indian practices of Kalaripayattu and yoga, reflecting physical discipline, balance, and the promotion of overall well-being.
A specialized exhibition on Ayurveda and healthy lifestyles was also held, with participation from various Ayurveda-related organizations in Kuwait. The exhibition showcased Ayurvedic products, health practices, and methods for preparing healthy foods, allowing visitors to explore different aspects of Ayurveda and its applications in daily life.
The event also included healthy food stalls offering a variety of nutritious meals, underscoring the importance of a balanced and healthy diet as part of a comprehensive wellness system.
The embassy stated that the celebration of the 11th Ayurveda Day reflected the growing awareness of this system and the concept of holistic wellness in Kuwait. It also provided an opportunity to promote awareness of India’s traditional knowledge systems among various segments of society and to strengthen ties between the Indian and Kuwaiti peoples by highlighting India’s heritage in health, wellness, and preventive care.
