Why is National Doctor's Day celebrated on 1st July? Know its importance and this year's theme

News Topical, Digital Desk : Whenever we fall ill, the first name that comes to our mind is that of a doctor. Doctors are said to be the second form of God. There is no doubt that it is God who gives us life. But it cannot be denied that doctors work to give us a new life again. It is doctors who get us out of even the biggest diseases.

To make life easier, it is most important to keep the body healthy. If you stay away from diseases, you will be able to live every moment of life happily. Doctors keep us away from diseases. In today's time, more than half of the world's population is suffering from some disease or the other. In such a situation, doctors are our only support. National Doctors Day (National Doctor's Day 2025) is celebrated every year on July 1 with the aim of honoring doctors and appreciating their work.

But have you ever wondered why the date of July 1 was chosen to celebrate Doctors Day? If not, then you must read this article. We will tell you why National Doctors Day is celebrated on July 1 in India. What is its importance and with what theme is this day being celebrated this year. Let's know in detail -

Why is Doctors Day celebrated on 1st July?

Let us tell you that Doctors Day is celebrated on different dates all over the world. In India, National Doctors Day is celebrated on 1st July. It is said that the date of 1st July was chosen to celebrate this day because on this day i.e. 1st July 1882, India's famous physician Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy was born. He also died on 1st July in 1962.

What is its purpose?

Physician Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy has made a significant contribution in the medical field. To honor his contribution, National Doctors Day was started every year on July 1. The purpose of celebrating this day is to honor the doctors. Also, to appreciate their work. Many types of programs are organized in hospitals on this day.

What is the theme this year?

Let us tell you that every year Doctors Day is celebrated with a special theme. The theme of National Doctors Day in the year 2025 is - "Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?"

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