National Doctors' Day 2022: National Doctors' Day is celebrated every year on July 1 by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) to admire the hard work and determination of doctors. India celebrates this day to acknowledge the hard work of the medical staff, who work tirelessly to save millions of lives. Even during this time of Covid-19 induced pandemic, they worked 24x7 to ensure the well-being of others.
National Doctors' Day 2022 History
National Doctors' Day was first celebrated in the year 1991 to show gratitude for the hard work and contribution of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, who was also the former Chief Minister of Bengal. He was born on July 1, 1882, and died on July 1 in the year 1962. To honour him for his contribution to the medical fraternity during his tenure July 1 has been observed as National Doctors' Day.
The Bharat Ratna recipient played a great role in establishing medical institutions like Jadavpur TB Hospital, Chittaranjan Seva Sadan, Kamala Nehru Memorial Hospital, Victoria Institution (College), Chittaranjan Cancer Hospital and the Chittaranjan Seva Sadan for women and children.
National Doctors' Day 2022 Theme
The theme of this year’s National Doctors' Day is 'Family Doctor on the Front Line'. The theme recognises the hard work of the doctors amid the difficult time of COVID 19.
National Doctors' Day FAQs
When is National Doctors' Day celebrated in India?
Every year, July 1 is observed as National Doctors' Day in India.
Why does India observe National Doctors’ Day on July 1?
National Doctors' Day on July 1 recognises the contribution of former Chief Minister of Bengal Dr BC Roy. July 1 is his birth and death anniversary.
When is World Doctors’ Day observed?
Doctors’ Day is observed worldwide on March 30, the same day as US National Doctors’ Day.