Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his wishes for Dhanteras and Dhanvantari Jayanti to the people on the occasion of the 9th Ayurveda Day.
In his speech, the Prime Minister described this year’s Diwali in Ayodhya as a historic one. “While we have celebrated many Diwalis, this Diwali is historic. After 500 years, an extraordinary moment has come when thousands of lamps will be lit at the Ram Lala temple, built on Lord Ram’s birthplace in Ayodhya. It will be a remarkable celebration, as this Diwali marks the return of Lord Ram to his home, not after 14 years as in the Ramayana, but after 500 years,” he said.
PM Modi emphasized that the celebration of health and good fortune on Dhanteras is more than coincidence, it symbolizes the philosophy of Indian culture. He quoted ancient wisdom, ‘Arogyam Param Bhagyam’, meaning that health is the highest blessing and true wealth. It is a proud moment that Ayurveda Day is being celebrated today in over 150 countries worldwide.
