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AIIA Boosts Ayurveda Startups with Incubation Center & MSME Support

The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in Ayurveda through its startup incubation center, iCAINE. On National Startup Day 2026, it organized an awareness program in collaboration with the MSME-Development Office to highlight government schemes and support for Ayurveda-based ventures. The event featured discussions on intellectual property rights, certification, financial mechanisms, and the need for a policy-supported ecosystem. Experts from the MSME department, academia, and financial institutions provided insights to empower aspiring entrepreneurs in the traditional medicine sector.

Key Points: AIIA Fosters Ayurveda Entrepreneurship & Innovation

  • Incubation for Ayurveda startups
  • MSME scheme awareness for entrepreneurs
  • Focus on IPR and funding mechanisms
  • Aligning with national healthcare priorities
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AIIA to continue fostering entrepreneurship, innovation in Ayurveda: Ayush Ministry

All India Institute of Ayurveda's incubation center, iCAINE, empowers startups with MSME schemes, IPR guidance, and funding support for sustainable health solutions.

"AIIA-iCAINE continues to empower innovators by providing a structured platform to transform ideas into impactful enterprises. - Ministry of Ayush"

New Delhi, Jan 17

The All India Institute of Ayurveda has reiterated its dedication to foster entrepreneurship, innovation in Ayurveda through its startup incubation centre, Incubation Centre for Ayurveda Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the Ministry of Ayush said.

Through AIIA-iCAINE, the Institute supports new-age ventures that contribute to evidence-based, sustainable, and inclusive health solutions.

"AIIA-iCAINE continues to empower innovators by providing a structured platform to transform ideas into impactful enterprises," the Ministry said.

The Institute also successfully organised an awareness programme on MSME opportunities for Ayurveda-based startups on the occasion of National Startup Day 2026 on Friday.

The programme was conducted in collaboration with the MSME-Development and Facilitation Office in the national capital.

"The event reaffirmed AIIA-iCAINE's commitment to nurturing a robust, innovation-driven startup ecosystem rooted in Ayurveda, aligned with national priorities for entrepreneurship, MSME growth, and sustainable healthcare solutions," the Ministry said.

It brought together policymakers, academic leaders, startup enablers, and aspiring entrepreneurs to deliberate on strengthening the MSME and startup ecosystem, with a special focus on Ayurveda and integrative health innovations.

"The sessions highlighted government support schemes, institutional mechanisms for innovation, intellectual property protection, certification and standardisation requirements, and financial mechanisms essential for early-stage startups," the Ministry said.

During the event, Dr Arun Kumar spoke about innovation-driven entrepreneurship in Ayurveda, while Sunil Kumar, Deputy Director, MSME, provided an overview of MSME initiatives and government schemes relevant to Ayurveda-based enterprises.

Prof Manjusha Rajagopala shared the academic and institutional perspective on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within Ayurveda institutions.

Dr R K Bharti, Joint Director, MSME, emphasised the need for a strong policy-supported ecosystem to promote startups and MSMEs, particularly in the traditional medicine and wellness sectors.

The technical sessions featured expert talks by Sangeeta Nagar, former Senior Scientist, DPIIT, on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and their importance for startups, and Jyoti Neeraj, Senior Manager, SIDBI, who elaborated on financial support mechanisms and funding opportunities available for startups and MSMEs.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good initiative, but the proof will be in the pudding. We've heard about supporting Ayurveda startups for years. The key is simplifying IPR and funding access. SIDBI's involvement is a positive step. Let's see real companies emerge from this.
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Aman W
Jai Ayurveda! 🇮🇳 Our ancient science meeting new-age entrepreneurship. This is the way forward for Atmanirbhar Bharat. Focus on certification and standards is crucial to build global trust. More power to AIIA!
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Sarah B
As someone working in the wellness space, the mention of integrative health is key. The future is combining the best of Ayurveda with modern science. Hope the incubation centre facilitates genuine research and not just repackaging of old formulas.
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Karthik V
MSME schemes are often a maze for young founders. If this programme effectively bridges that gap and explains compliance in simple terms, it will be a huge service. The collaboration with MSME-DFO is promising.
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Nisha Z
Wonderful to see focus on sustainable and inclusive health solutions. Ayurveda is inherently sustainable. Hope the startups also look at ethical sourcing of herbs and supporting local farmer communities. That's true innovation.

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