In a remarkable display of enthusiasm and commitment to promote the ancient healing tradition of Ayurveda, bikers from across the country gathered in 11 major cities on November 5, 2023, for the ‘Bikers Rally for Ayurveda Day.’ The message of the rally was clear: ‘Ayurveda for One Health.’
Celebrating Ayurveda Day
This event is part of the lead-up to ‘Ayurveda Day,’ celebrated annually on November 10th, which aims to highlight the significance of Ayurveda in maintaining holistic well-being. The main event for Ayurveda Day this year is set to take place in Panchkula, Haryana, on November 9-10, 2023.
Rally Across 11 Cities
The Bikers Rally, organized in collaboration with various Ayurvedic research institutes and young bikers’ groups, saw participants coming together in New Delhi, Lucknow, Nagpur, Chennai, Jaipur, Patiala, Gwalior, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Thiruvananthapuram, and Ahmedabad. From 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., these rallies aimed to connect with the youth and spread the global message of Ayurveda Day, ‘Ayurveda for One Health.’
Several prominent institutions were involved in coordinating these rallies, including the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in Delhi and Patiala, National Ayurveda Research Institutes (RARI) in Lucknow, Nagpur, Jaipur, Vijayawada, Thiruvananthapuram, and Ahmedabad, as well as the Dr. A. Lakshmipathy National Ayurveda Research Institute and Capt. Srinivas Murthy Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Chennai, and the National Institute of Medical Heritage (NIMH) in Hyderabad. The support of local young bikers’ groups, such as the Twin Nomads Biker Club, Dragon Jade Club, and Tamilnadu Bikers Association Members, was crucial in making these rallies a reality.
Ayurveda for One Health
Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, emphasized the significance of connecting youth with the ‘Ayurveda for One Health’ campaign. He stated that the future of a strong and healthy India could be shaped through Ayurveda. The goal of Ayurveda Day is to take India’s ancient Ayurvedic medical heritage to a global audience and integrate Ayurveda into the daily lives of people worldwide. These biker rallies are seen as a significant step in motivating young individuals to embrace Ayurveda and other traditional healthcare systems.
Inspirational Specially-Abled Bikers
A noteworthy aspect of these rallies was the participation of specially-abled bikers. A group of 20 specially-abled bikers joined the rally in New Delhi, displaying their unwavering commitment to Ayurveda and traditional medicine systems.
Future Ayurveda Day Events
Before the main Ayurveda Day events in Panchkula, which are set to encompass a month of celebrations, these rallies were organized by the Ministry of Ayush to convey a crucial message to the youth: Ayurveda is fundamental for the health and well-being of children, teenagers, youth, and the general public. The celebrations for the eighth Ayurveda Day focus on three key components: Ayurveda for students, Ayurveda for farmers, and Ayurveda for public health.
The ‘Bikers Rally for Ayurveda Day’ serves as a testament to the growing interest in Ayurveda and its potential to contribute to the health and well-being of people from all walks of life. It is a dynamic step towards making Ayurveda a part of modern healthcare and lifestyle.