National Doctors' Day observed on July 1 with theme "Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?"

Exam-focused facts from the 2 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

National Doctors' Day is celebrated in India every year on July 1 to recognise the contribution of doctors to society.
The theme for National Doctors' Day 2026 is "Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?".
The day commemorates the birth and death anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, who served as the second Chief Minister of West Bengal.
The Government of India designated July 1 as National Doctors' Day in 1991.
Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour, in 1961.