KATHUA: Dhanwantri Jayanti was celebrated with religious fervour and devotion at the District Ayush Office Kathua, here today. Former Director Ayush J&K Dr. Suresh Sharma and Director EDI J&K Chand Kishore Sharma graced the occasion.
The celebrations commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, followed by traditional Pooja and Hawan performed by Dr. Rakesh Kumar, District Ayush Officer to invoke the blessings of Lord Dhanwantri, revered as the divine physician and embodiment of health and healing.
The occasion also highlighted the rich legacy and relevance of Ayurveda, which emphasises a holistic approach towards health, wellness and disease prevention. The celebration served as a reminder of the importance of traditional systems of medicine in promoting healthy lifestyles and strengthening public awareness about the benefits of Ayurveda and other Ayush systems.
The programme was attended by Medical Officers Dr. Des Raj, Dr. Bodh Paul, Dr. Rajesh Basotra, Dr. Nittan Sharma, Dr. Yash Paul, Dr. Jyoti Sharma, Dr. Shivani Mahajan, Dr. Ruby Ubbot, Dr. Ritu Bala, Dr. Mousami Sharma, Dr. Rekha Sharma, Dr. Sakshi Sharma and other staff members of the department. The celebration concluded with the distribution of Prasad and collective prayers for the good health, prosperity and well-being of all.


