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Indian Consulates in USA celebrate Ayurveda Day with focus on holistic health
The Indian Consulates in New York, San Francisco, Houston, Atlanta, Seattle, and Chicago came together for the coordinated celebration.
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Staff Reporter - Tue, 21, Oct 2025
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Inauguration of the celebrations at the Consulate General of India in New York / EIN Presswire
Ayurveda Day 2025 was jointly celebrated by six Indian Consulates in the USA through a coordinated launch of the Nutrition360 Program, a flagship initiative of GIST USA (Global Indian Scientists & Technocrats Forum-USA).
The Indian Consulates in New York, San Francisco, Houston, Atlanta, Seattle, and Chicago came together to share the global message for health and push for holistic health.
The celebrations focussed on key avenues like adolescent nutrition, gut health, and preventive care. It also highlighted key issues like hidden hunger, early non-communicable diseases, and lifestyle diseases.
Special workshops were organized to raise awareness on Rainbow Diet, healthy food combinations, fasting, and detox.
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The celebrations at each consulate were led by the respective Consul Generals of India.
New York CGI Binaya S Pradhan led the events in the city and remarked that Ayurveda is set to become mainstream in American society, just like Yoga. He also praised the ongoing efforts to popularize Ayurveda and ancient Indian wisdom of healthy living.
In Atlanta, CGI Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan highlighted the significance of the initiative and said, "It's an honour to launch Nutrition 360 in Atlanta, an initiative dedicated to promoting holistic wellbeing and science-based dietary guidance."
He added, "Nutrition 360 will empower individuals and families to make informed choices, offering resources and support for lifelong health and healthy eating habits. This initiative reflects our shared commitment to building a healthier community and fostering lasting wellness for all."
Dr. Yelloji-Rao Mirajkar, International Convener of GIST, underscored the essence of the ancient medicinal practice and said, "Nutrition360 is not just a campaign; it is a movement to reawaken the global Indian diaspora’s connection to the timeless principles of Ayurveda. By launching this on Ayurveda Day, we are reaffirming our commitment to prevention, balance, and natural well-being.”
Dr. Mahadevan Seetharaman, Dean, California College of Ayurveda added, “Ayurveda taught us centuries ago that food, thought, and breath are medicine. Nutrition360 is our call to action — to engage communities across the U.S., correct dietary misconceptions, and inspire a culture of conscious nourishment."
The Nutrition360 campaign was originally inspired by India’s Aahara Kranti initiative and is being adapted for the U.S. landscape in collaboration with Ayurveda professionals, scientists, and community leaders.
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