India Promotes AYUSH Systems Globally with New Chairs in Five Countries

The Ministry of AYUSH has launched a scheme for the promotion of international cooperation to enhance awareness and recognition of AYUSH systems worldwide. As part of this initiative, India has established AYUSH Chairs at five foreign universities—Bangladesh, Australia, Mauritius, Latvia, and Malaysia. This effort is aimed at advancing academic exchange, research, and public awareness of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy, contributing to their global acceptance.

Key Objectives and Scope of the Scheme

The scheme’s objectives are to promote international awareness of AYUSH, facilitate its development and recognition abroad, foster interaction among stakeholders, and support the market development of AYUSH products, services, education, and research globally. In addition, the Ministry supports the establishment of AYUSH academic chairs in foreign countries to boost academic collaboration and research.

Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives

The Ministry has signed 24 MoUs with foreign countries for cooperation in traditional medicine, including 15 MoUs with international institutes for setting up AYUSH Chairs. This is part of a broader effort to strengthen the global presence of AYUSH. The Ministry also offers scholarships for foreign nationals to study AYUSH in India and has established 42 AYUSH Information Cells in 38 countries.

AYUSH Chairs’ Role and Function

The AYUSH Chairs are part of India’s ongoing efforts to integrate AYUSH into global health systems. These Chairs promote research and education on AYUSH systems, advancing their recognition in the host countries. Under this initiative, Indian experts are deployed at foreign institutions, and the Ministry provides financial support, including salaries and travel expenses, while the host university offers accommodation and local hospitality.

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