Embassy of India, Stockholm
Press Release

11th Ayurveda Day Celebrated in Ängelholm, Sweden

The Embassy of India, Stockholm, in collaboration with Ayurvedaskolan, Ängelholm, celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day on 24 September 2026 under the theme “Ayurveda for Healthier Tomorrow.” The event brought together more than 50 participants, predominantly members of the Swedish community, alongside members of the Indian diaspora who travelled from Helsingborg and Malmö.

Ms Elisabeth Kullenberg, Chair of the Municipal Council of Ängelholm, attended the celebration, together with a representative of the Embassy of India. The gathering reflected the local community’s keen interest in Ayurveda and its holistic approach to health and well-being.

The programme opened with welcome remarks by Ms Stina Andersson, founder of Ayurvedaskolan, and the Embassy representative. This was followed by informative sessions featuring Ms Andersson; Ms Lena Nilsson, former owner of an Ayurveda school in Sweden; Ms Desiree Blomberg, Director of the Professional Association of Physical Massage; and Mr Lars Olsson of Laxmi Sweden. Ayurveda experts Dr Tejaswani Nagraj and Dr Priti Joshi, based in Gothenburg and Stockholm respectively, joined virtually to share their perspectives on Ayurveda and well-being.

An exhibition preceding the programme introduced participants to Ayurvedic products and treatment practices. Ms Anju, based in Gothenburg, presented information on Panchakarma, while Laxmi Ayurveda showcased herbal products and oils traditionally used in Ayurveda. The exhibition offered participants an opportunity to learn more about Ayurvedic practices and products.

The celebration received an enthusiastic response from the Swedish and Indian communities. Participants expressed interest in a larger event in the future, with Ayurveda experts and exhibitors from India, to further explore Ayurvedic traditions and approaches to holistic well-being.

The event provided a platform for cultural exchange and dialogue, strengthening awareness of India’s traditional knowledge systems and people-to-people connections between India and Sweden.