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Rajasthan's Ayurveda Roots & Medicinal Plant Potential Highlighted by CM

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma emphasized the state's deep historical roots and immense potential in Ayurveda and medicinal plant production. He highlighted the government's priority efforts to promote Ayurveda, including expanding medical facilities, increasing educational seats, and integrating it into the public health system. The National Institute of Ayurveda's 50-year journey was celebrated as a cornerstone of leadership in education, research, and patient care. Union and state officials underscored Ayurveda's role in managing modern lifestyle diseases and building a healthy society under national initiatives.

Key Points: Rajasthan's Ayurveda Potential & Medicinal Plants | CM Sharma

  • Rajasthan's rich biodiversity supports Ayurveda
  • Govt promoting Ayurveda adoption & research
  • NIA a leading deemed Ayurveda university
  • Integration into mainstream health system
  • Highest AYUSH Mission allocation for state
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Rajasthan has deep roots in Ayurveda, immense potential for medicinal plants: CM Sharma

CM Bhajan Lal Sharma highlights Rajasthan's deep Ayurveda roots, medicinal plant potential, and govt efforts to promote traditional medicine at NIA event.

"Ayurveda has deep roots in the soil of Rajasthan and the state holds immense potential for the production of medicinal plants. - CM Bhajan Lal Sharma"

Jaipur, Feb 9

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Monday that Ayurveda has deep roots in the soil of Rajasthan and the state holds immense potential for the production of medicinal plants.

He said the state's hills, forests, and rich biodiversity testify to Rajasthan's centuries-old association with Ayurveda.

The state government, he added, is working on a priority basis to promote Ayurveda and encourage its wider adoption among the public.

The Chief Minister was addressing the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA) at its Jaipur campus.

He said that the institute, which began as a college in 1976, has today emerged as a leading deemed-to-be Ayurveda university in the country.

"The national stature, prestige, and leadership achieved by the NIA over the last 50 years are a matter of pride for Rajasthan."

The Chief Minister noted that the institute has established exemplary leadership in the four key pillars of education, training, research, and patient care.

Chief Minister Sharma said that Ayurveda and Yoga have played a significant role in establishing India as a global leader.

Ayurveda, he added, offers profound knowledge of seasonal diseases and their treatment.

"Alongside the Vedas, ancient sages understood human life through Ayurveda, which was systematised by great scholars such as Charaka, Sushruta, and Vagbhata."

The Chief Minister recalled that the Charaka Samhita emphasises a healthy body as the foundation of righteous living, while Sushruta is revered worldwide as the father of surgery.

He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "Treatment in India and Treatment by India" has given new direction to traditional systems of medicine.

"The establishment of a separate Ministry of AYUSH has strengthened Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy," he added.

Chief Minister Sharma said that the declaration of June 21 as International Yoga Day by the United Nations, through the Prime Minister's efforts, has brought global recognition to Yoga and India's traditional medical heritage.

"Investments in Ayurveda research have increased, and institutions in this field have been expanded."

Chief Minister Sharma said that in recent years, the state government has expanded medical facilities by establishing new Ayurveda hospitals, colleges, and dispensaries.

"Undergraduate and postgraduate seats have been increased, modern laboratories and drug standardisation units strengthened, and teaching pharmacies upgraded."

"Efforts are underway to integrate Ayurveda into the mainstream public health system through the expansion of hospitals, strengthening of Panchakarma units, modernisation of dispensaries, and enhanced opportunities for education and research," the Chief Minister said.

He assured full cooperation in the allocation of land for expansion of the National Institute of Ayurveda in Jaipur.

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH and Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, said that the 50-year journey of the NIA represents the dedication and commitment of generations of doctors, researchers, and scholars who have kept the lamp of Ayurveda burning.

He added that lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes and Vitamin B12 and D deficiencies are increasing, and Ayurveda and Yoga play an important role in their management.

Under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, he said, the Union government aims not only to treat diseases but also to build a healthy, balanced, and empowered society.

Chief Minister Sharma thanked the Prime Minister for the budget announcements, including the establishment of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda, and appreciated the work being done in Rajasthan under the Chief Minister's leadership.

Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa said that the Ayushman Adarsh Gram Yojana is being implemented in the state to create healthy villages through Ayurveda and Yoga.

Calling Ayurveda and Yoga India's gifts to the world, he noted that under the National AYUSH Mission action plan for 2025-26, Rajasthan has received the highest allocation in the country, amounting to Rs 348 crore.

On the occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated the newly constructed OPD Sushruta Bhavan at the NIA campus and also visited an exhibition.

Legislators and other dignitaries were present at the event.

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from Jaipur, I'm proud NIA is getting this recognition. My grandmother swears by Ayurvedic treatments from local vaidyas. Integrating it with mainstream healthcare is the right step, but quality control of medicines is crucial.
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Michael C
Interesting read. The focus on research and standardization is key for global acceptance. Hope the increased funding leads to more evidence-based studies that can be published in international journals.
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Rohit P
Good initiative, but implementation matters. We've heard many announcements before. Need to see actual new hospitals and dispensaries on ground, especially in remote areas of Rajasthan. The ₹348 crore allocation must be used transparently.
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Shreya B
Ayurveda and Yoga are indeed our heritage. Managing lifestyle diseases through these systems can reduce the burden on allopathic hospitals. Happy to see Rajasthan taking lead! More awareness campaigns needed for urban youth.
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Karthik V
Charaka and Sushruta would be proud! But we must protect our natural biodiversity while promoting medicinal plant cultivation. Overharvesting from forests is a real concern. Sustainable practices are a must.

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