National Doctor’s Day celebrates on 1st July.

History

• It was in 1991, when the day was first established. Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy is remembered on this day.
• He was a famous doctor and West Bengal’s second chief minister. Interestingly, his birthday and death anniversary are on the same day. The day honour’s Dr Roy and also recognises everyone’s effort to patients.
• India celebrates National Doctor’s Day on July 1,the birth anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, an eminent physician, academician, freedom fighter and politician. Doctor’s Day is celebrated globally on different dates.
• The date changes from country to country. National Doctor’s Day marks the role of doctors who work tirelessly to ensure that patients remain in good health.
• The day celebrates the efforts taken by the healthcare staff for their hardwork and dedication.

National Doctor’s Day 2022: Theme

• For 2022, the theme for National Doctor’s Day is “Family Doctors on the Front Line.”