The Indian Medical Association (IMA) celebrates July 1, as National Doctors’ Day, every year. The day is dedicated to all the doctors and healthcare workers who have been serving the people. Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, it has once again reminded people about the contributions of healthcare workers across the world. It is celebrated on different dates across the globe.
History of Doctors’ Day
National Doctors’ Day is celebrated on July 1, in India, to mark the birth and honour the contributions of renowned physician and former West Bengal chief minister Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy.
The first National Doctors’ Day was