AIIA Director Applauds Health Budget 2026 : Ayurveda Has Flourished Under PM Modi’s Leadership

 

New Delhi. Following the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the health sector has received a significant boost. The budget outlines transformative schemes aimed at strengthening Ayurveda, modern medicine, and medical tourism.

Prof. P.K. Prajapati, Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), hailed the budget as a historic milestone for the traditional medicine and healthcare landscape.

A Vision for Integrated Healthcare
Speaking to IANS, Prof. Prajapati expressed his gratitude toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. He emphasized that the budget’s focus on medicine quality and medical tourism is a timely intervention.

“The approval of three new All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and dedicated Ayurveda institutions will drastically improve both the quality and accessibility of treatment across the nation,” Prof. Prajapati stated.

Boosting Medical Tourism and Scientific Research
India has become a global hub for diverse medical systems, including Modern Medicine, Unani, Ayurveda, and Homeopathy. The Director noted that:

The budget provides a framework to support international patients seeking holistic healing.

Ayurvedic and Homeopathic treatments are increasingly backed by rigorous scientific research.

Special provisions have been made for treatments that integrate the body, soul, and mental well-being.

“Since 2014, under PM Modi’s leadership, the field of Ayurveda has seen unprecedented progress. This budget will further strengthen Ayurvedic education and research, positioning India as the ultimate destination for global medical tourism,” added Prof. Prajapati.

Infrastructure and Pharmaceutical Advancements
The 2026-27 budget also introduces several key healthcare infrastructure projects:

Pharmaceutical Growth: Establishment of three new National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) and the upgrading of seven existing ones.

Clinical Trials: A plan to develop 1,000 accredited clinical trial sites across India.

Hospital Upgrades: Enhancing district hospitals and emergency wards to provide superior patient care.

Regional Medical Hubs: Setting up five new regional hubs focused on medical services, research, and training.

Mental Health: Expansion of facilities and new institutes dedicated to mental wellness.

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