In a landmark move, the Indian government’s latest budget signals unwavering dedication to traditional medicine, spotlighting medical value tourism and robust AYUSH infrastructure. Presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, the budget outlines regional medical hubs designed to deliver world-class quality healthcare, pioneering research, job creation, and international outreach.
These state-of-the-art hubs will house AYUSH facilities, medical tourism centers, and comprehensive setups for diagnosis, therapy, recovery, and rehab, catering seamlessly to global and local patients. The initiative is poised to unlock massive employment opportunities across healthcare roles.
Leading the applause is Prof. Dr. Tanuja Nesari from Jamnagar’s prestigious Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda. She thanked the government for the 20% AYUSH budget increase and strengthening ties with WHO for traditional medicine advocacy. The spotlight upgrade for the Jamnagar WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre promises to propel evidence-driven research, skill-building, and global promotion of ancient systems.
Describing the budget as transformative, Dr. Nesari noted its role in fulfilling worldwide AYUSH cravings through new All India Ayurveda Institutes for superior training, patient care, and innovation. Enhanced pharmacies and testing labs will guarantee excellence in quality, accreditation, and expertise. India’s narrative in traditional wellness has evolved dramatically—yoga’s UN embrace under PM Modi and Ayurveda’s post-pandemic revival underscore this ascent.
Booming exports of AYUSH goods are empowering rural farmers and innovative youth in herbal processing. By fusing tradition with contemporary frameworks, these policies enhance India’s diplomatic influence via health and position the nation as the go-to hub for integrated wellness solutions. AYUSH advocates celebrate the proactive vision propelling Ayurveda and allied systems forward.