Every year, India celebrates National Doctor’s Day to applaud the remarkable efforts of doctors and other medical practitioners who help the nation with their immense determination, dedication and their timeless efforts. This day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices that the frontline medical workers made to preserve the health and the well-being of the country and its citizens. Thus, this day is significant in recognizing and appreciating the importance of the medical profession, especially in the time of emergency or crisis.

National Doctor’s Day is celebrated on July 1st every year and also observes a theme. This year it focuses on “Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?” This theme is challenging us to see the condition of the doctors as well and to acknowledge their needs for care and assistance. Because only when they are doing good would they be able to treat their patients right. Every day medical professionals selflessly put their patients first, and this often happens at the price of their own well-being. National Doctors Day is an opportunity to honour the healers who selflessly care for us, not merely to show our gratitude.

The Government of India instituted National Doctor's Day in 1991 as a way to honour the outstanding accomplishments of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy to the medical field and in public service. He established several institutions and organisations like Indian Medical Association and the Medical Council of India. Dr. Roy played a crucial role in developing the healthcare system in India. He raised the country’s medical standards and his work motivated future generations of medical professionals to strive for greatness and service.

This date, July 1st, was selected to honour the second Chief Minister of West Bengal who was a renowned physician, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. It observes both his birth and death anniversaries and honours Dr. Roy’s memory and achievements to the medical industry. Dr. Roy was born on July 1, 1882, and died on the same day in 1962.