🪷 Aarogyathinte Vazhikatti – Ayurvedam: Health Awareness Programme at St. Thomas College, Thrissur

Date: 29 September 2025
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Kavipratibha Hall, St. Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur

🌿 Promoting Wellness Through Ayurveda in Kerala’s Academic Space

The Research Department of Commerce, in association with the IQAC and the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) Centre of St. Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur, organized a health awareness programme titled “Aarogyathinte Vazhikatti – Ayurvedam” on 29th September 2025 at Kavipratibha Hall.

The event aimed to promote Ayurveda-based wellness practices and highlight the importance of traditional health systems in modern life.

🕊️ Event Highlights

The session began at 1:30 PM with a prayer, creating a calm and reflective atmosphere.

• Welcome Address: Dr. Divya George, IQAC Coordinator, emphasized integrating traditional knowledge into academic settings.
• Presidential Address: Dr. Daisland Thattil, Head of the Department of Commerce, discussed the growing relevance of Ayurveda and Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in higher education.
• Inaugural Address: Rev. Dr. Martin K. A., Principal, reaffirmed the college’s mission to combine holistic education and wellness.

💫 Insightful Ayurvedic Session

The keynote session started at 1:55 PM with an engaging talk by Dr. Sr. Donata CSC, MD (AY), HoD & Chief Consultant at Jubilee Ayurveda Mission Hospital & Research Institute.

She delivered a thought-provoking session on Ayurveda as a path to sustainable health, focusing on:

• Preventive and curative approaches in Ayurveda
• Everyday health tips rooted in traditional practices
• The role of Ayurvedic wisdom in modern well-being

Her practical insights inspired participants to reconnect with Kerala’s traditional healing heritage.

🙏 Conclusion and Reflections

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Sr. Sheeba C. V., Coordinator of the IKS Centre. She expressed heartfelt gratitude to the resource person, faculty members, and students for their active participation.

The event was widely appreciated for encouraging the academic community in Kerala to embrace Ayurvedic health awareness and promote sustainable living practices.

💬 Kerala’s Legacy of Wellness Continues

“Aarogyathinte Vazhikatti – Ayurvedam” stood as a reminder that Kerala’s ancient traditions still hold the key to modern health challenges. The initiative by St. Thomas College, Thrissur, truly showcased how education and traditional wisdom can walk hand in hand for a healthier future.

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