The move comes at a time when Kerala continues to strengthen its lead in Ayurveda-based healthcare, with the launch of 12 new projects worth ₹14.39 crore, coinciding with National Ayurveda Day celebrations. While some of the initiatives in Kerala are already operational, their formal unveiling by the state's Health Minister Veena George signals a renewed push to bring Ayurveda into mainstream healthcare.
Among the standout initiatives is ‘Suthikamitram’, a project aimed at scientifically training women in Ayurveda-based prenatal and postnatal care. The programme ensures that essential services for mothers and children are accessible across the state. A related maternal and child health programme, ‘Supraja’, focuses on supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum while monitoring children’s early development.
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Another initiative, by Keala is Ayurkarma, which aims to extend advanced Ayurvedic treatments such as Panchakarma to economically disadvantaged individuals through government dispensaries. Kerala is also rolling out specialty clinics targeting non-communicable diseases, offering holistic interventions based on Ayurveda’s preventive and therapeutic strengths.
Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh AYUSH Minister Yadvinder Goma told PTI on National Ayurveda Day that the state government plans to establish Panchakarma wellness centres at various Tourism Department properties across key cities.
"We will collaborate with the Tourism Department and open wellness — Panchakarma centres — in Dharamshala, Shimla, Kullu, Manali and other destinations, and a proposal has been sent to the Tourism Department in this regard," Goma said.
The minister emphasised that Himachal offers an ideal setting for wellness tourism, citing its moderate climate and growing demand. “The state offers the best environment with moderate temperature, and people are willing to pay for good facilities,” he added.
Himachal Pradesh, with its rich biodiversity, traditional healing knowledge, and growing wellness tourism potential, is watching closely. State officials believe that with the right infrastructure, training, and partnerships, Himachal could emerge as a Ayurveda destination in northern India.
