( MENAFN - NewsIn Asia) Colombo, November 1: The cultural arm of the High Commission of India in Colombo, Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre celebrated the 9th Ayurveda Day in Colombo on 1st November 2024. The High Commissioner of India H.E.
Santosh Jha inaugurated the 9th Ayurveda Day with the Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo Prof. H.D Karunaratne at the New Arts Theatre of the University.
The event was organised by the Centre along with the Faculty of Indigenous medicine of the University of Colombo for the second time in collaboration with the Department of Ayurveda, government of Sri Lanka, Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine and Faculty of Siddha Medicine of the Eastern University, Trincomalee Campus. While delivering the inaugural address, the High Commissioner stated that Ayurveda serves as a profound bridge between India and Sri Lanka, connecting the two nations through shared heritage and holistic healing practices. Rooted in ancient Indian wisdom, Ayurveda was introduced to Sri Lanka thousands of years ago, where it merged with indigenous knowledge, creating a unique yet interconnected tradition.
Both countries share a deep respect for Ayurveda's principles, focusing on balance, natural remedies, and personalized health care. The event was attended by over 300 scholars, practitioners and students from different universities and institutions. Ayurveda Day is officially celebrated every year on auspicious day of 'Dhanwantari Jayanti �.