At the FICCI Ayush Stakeholders’ Consultative Meeting 2025, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha outlined the Ministry’s progressive roadmap to enhance the Ayush ecosystem. He emphasized several key priorities: Strengthening collaboration between industry and academia Streamlining regulatory frameworks for increased efficiency Advancing innovation and evidence-based research Expanding the global presence of Ayush systems His address reaffirmed the Ministry’s steadfast commitment to positioning Ayush as a cornerstone of integrative and preventive healthcare—both nationally and internationally.
The Ancient Ayurveda Magazine
Read More
In a significant stride toward globalizing the technical aspects of Yoga, the World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush, successfully concluded its consultation on 29th July 2025. Held in a hybrid format, the meeting focused on developing a comprehensive Technical Report on Yoga Training. In his keynote address, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, commended the dedicated efforts of the expert drafting group for their contributions to the initial draft of the report. He reaffirmed India’s strong commitment to WHO’s global traditional medicine agenda and emphasized the importance of advancing holistic, person-centred healthcare through time-tested…
Under this initiative, Hon’ble MoS (IC) for Ayush & MoS for Health & Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav shared how it will: ▪️ Promote Ayush systems of medicine ▪️Reach all sections of the population ▪️ Support events like National Arogya Fairs, Yoga Fests, Ayurveda Parvs ▪️Run multimedia & print campaigns A major step forward in bringing Ayush closer to every household!
केंद्रीय आयुष राज्यमंत्री (स्वतंत्र प्रभार) श्री Prataprao Jadhav ने आयुष भवन में आयुर्वेद और पशु चिकित्सा के एकीकरण पर एक महत्वपूर्ण बैठक की अध्यक्षता की। इस बैठक में मंत्रालय के वरिष्ठ अधिकारियों की उपस्थिति में पशु स्वास्थ्य और कल्याण के लिए आयुर्वेद आधारित पारंपरिक पद्धतियों को और अधिक सुदृढ़ बनाने पर विस्तृत चर्चा की गई। बैठक के दौरान आयुर्वेद पशु चिकित्सा पाठ्यक्रम, आयुर्वेद फार्मेसी एवं आयुर्वेद नर्सिंग शिक्षा से संबंधित प्रस्तावों की भी समीक्षा की गई।
On 21st July 2025, CCRYN signed an MoU with NIMHANS to establish a Centre for Mind-Body Medicine through Yoga, aiming to integrate yoga into clinical practice and advance research in the field. The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr. Raghavendra Rao, Director, CCRYN, and Dr. Pratima Murthy, Director, NIMHANS. Key attendees included Dr. Vadiraja H.S, Dr. Inbaraj, Dr. Hemant Bhargav, Dr. Kishore Kumar Ramakrishna, and other dignitaries from both institutions. This collaboration represents a significant step towards combining traditional knowledge and modern healthcare for promoting holistic well-being.
Discover the power of herbs with e-CHARAK — a one-stop digital platform for stakeholders in medicinal and aromatic plants. Access market prices, expert resources, cultivation t ips, and connect with buyers and sellers— all in one place. Empowering the herbal sector through knowledge and networking. Explore. Connect. Grow with e-CHARAK.
UK to Offer 1,800 Annual Visas for Indian Yoga Instructors, Chefs & Musicians In a major boost to global mobility and cultural exchange, the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will enable Indian professionals, including yoga instructors, to access more opportunities abroad. – 1,800 visas to be offered annually for niche roles – Easier entry & recognition for professionals in wellness, culinary, and performing arts – A step forward in expanding the global footprint of Indian traditional knowledge systems
During the Monsoon Session of Parliament, Hon’ble MoS (IC) for Ayush & MoS for Health & Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, shared key updates: • 431 R&D projects supported on medicinal plants • 9 projects strengthening the supply chain linkages • Herbal raw drug demand reported at 5,11,910 MT (2014–15) These milestones reflect the Ministry’s commitment to advancing evidence-based research, sustainable sourcing, and economic growth in the Ayush sector.
Hon’ble Health Minister of Sikkim Mr. G.T. Dhungel alongwith Secretary (Ayush), other officers from Sikkim visited Ministry of Ayush and met vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush officers of the Ministry. A fruitful discussion was held regarding status and implementations of National Ayush Mission(NAM) Scheme activities in Sikkim.
Hon’ble Ministers Shri Prataprao Jadhav & Shri Piyush Goyal jointly unveiled the Ayush Nivesh Saarthi portal a digital gateway to structured investments, infrastructure insights, and real-time support in the Ayush sector. Boosting wellness, business & Bharat! Visit: https://niveshsaarthi.ayush.gov.in/
