Nodal Ministry: Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Collaborating Ministries:
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW)
- Ministry of Women & Child Development (MWCD)
- Ministry of Education (MoE)
- Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS)
- NITI Aayog, and State Governments
Implemented Through:
National AYUSH Mission (NAM), CCRAS, CCRH, CCRUM, CCRS, MDNIY, and National AYUSH Institutes.
🔹 1. What Does “Integration with National Programs” Mean?
Integration means bringing AYUSH systems — Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy — into the mainstream public health system of India.
This ensures that people can access traditional and modern healthcare together, in hospitals, health centers, schools, and communities.
In simple words —
🌿 Integration allows you to find AYUSH doctors, yoga therapists, and herbal treatments as part of government programs like Ayushman Bharat, Poshan Abhiyaan, and the National Health Mission.
🎯 2. Objectives
| Goal | Description |
|---|---|
| 🏥 Universal Health Access | Ensure AYUSH services are available in every district hospital and PHC. |
| 🧘 Holistic Health Promotion | Combine modern medicine with Yoga, Ayurveda, and Homoeopathy. |
| 👩⚕️ Disease Prevention | Use AYUSH practices to prevent lifestyle and chronic diseases. |
| 🍎 Nutrition & Immunity | Promote herbal and dietary practices for better public nutrition. |
| 🌍 Global Health Partnerships | Align AYUSH programs with WHO and international traditional medicine goals. |
🏗️ 3. Major National Programs Linked with AYUSH
| National Program | Integration by AYUSH | Key Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| National Health Mission (NHM) | AYUSH doctors posted at PHCs, CHCs & district hospitals. | Integrated AYUSH services in 12,500+ wellness centres. |
| Ayushman Bharat – Health & Wellness Centres (HWC) | AYUSH-based wellness and yoga sessions. | Preventive care & lifestyle modification programs. |
| National Programme for Prevention & Control of NCDs (NP-NCD) | Yoga & Ayurveda used for diabetes, hypertension & obesity management. | Reduction in NCD prevalence through lifestyle therapy. |
| Poshan Abhiyaan (Nutrition Mission) | AYUSH dietetics & herbal nutrition guidance for women and children. | Enhanced community nutrition outcomes. |
| National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) | Yoga & meditation integrated into mental health interventions. | Reduction in anxiety, depression, and stress. |
| National Reproductive & Child Health (RCH) Programme | Homoeopathy & Ayurveda included in MCH care. | Improved maternal & child health outcomes. |
| Fit India Movement | Collaboration with MDNIY and Yoga Institutes. | Promotion of physical activity through Yoga for all age groups. |
| National Tobacco Control Program (NTCP) | AYUSH counseling & herbal therapy for addiction. | Successful community de-addiction drives. |
| National Cancer Control Program (NCCP) | AYUSH palliative care & integrative oncology in select centres. | Better quality of life for cancer patients. |
| National Programme for Health Care of Elderly (NPHCE) | Homoeopathy & Ayurveda for geriatric care. | Improved mobility & vitality in elderly population. |
| National Vector-Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) | Use of herbal repellents & Ayurvedic immunity boosters. | Preventive impact on malaria & dengue. |
| National AYUSH Mission (NAM) | Central mechanism funding AYUSH integration in states. | Infrastructure & manpower support for AYUSH expansion. |
🧠 4. How Integration Works in Practice
- Co-location: AYUSH dispensaries are established alongside modern medicine units in government hospitals and PHCs.
- Joint Training: AYUSH and allopathic doctors undergo cross-training for holistic patient management.
- Common Health Records: AYUSH data is linked with the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM).
- Joint Research: Collaborative studies between AYUSH & ICMR/AIIMS on diseases like diabetes, arthritis, and COVID-19.
- Public Outreach: Joint health camps, yoga days, and preventive health drives under NHM.
🌱 5. Areas of Focus
| Focus Area | Activities |
|---|---|
| Maternal & Child Health | Homoeopathy & Ayurveda OPDs in NHM maternity programs. |
| Lifestyle Diseases | Yoga sessions and Ayurvedic diet plans in HWCs. |
| Immunity Enhancement | Distribution of AYUSH Kwath & Chyawanprash in schools & offices. |
| Mental Wellness | Meditation modules in workplaces and schools. |
| Public Health Nutrition | Siddha & Unani dietary awareness in rural communities. |
| Elderly Care | Homoeopathy for healthy ageing integrated with NPHCE. |
🧩 6. Institutional Collaborations
| Partner Organization | Nature of Integration |
|---|---|
| ICMR & AIIMS | Joint clinical trials & validation of AYUSH therapies. |
| WHO & GCTM (Jamnagar) | International training and digital integration. |
| NITI Aayog | Policy convergence for health & wellness. |
| Ministry of Women & Child Development | AYUSH-based nutrition & adolescent health programs. |
| Ministry of Education | Yoga in schools via NCERT & UGC circulars. |
| State Health Departments | Implementing AYUSH components in state health schemes. |
💰 7. Funding & Support
- Funded primarily under National AYUSH Mission (NAM).
- Co-financing from NHM, NCD, and NPHCE programs.
- Supported by State Governments, CSR initiatives, and PPP models.
- Budget allocation covers infrastructure, training, and medicine supply.
🧑⚕️ 8. Who’s Who (Leadership & Oversight)
| Designation | Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH | Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha | Policy leadership and coordination. |
| Joint Secretary (Integration Programs) | Dr. Manoj Nesari | Program execution & monitoring. |
| Director General, CCRAS | Dr. Rabinarayan Acharya | Ayurveda integration and clinical validation. |
| Director General, CCRH | Dr. Subhas Singh | Homoeopathy integration in MCH and NCDs. |
| Director, MDNIY | Dr. Ishwar V. Basavaraddi | Yoga & wellness implementation in national programs. |
📈 9. Achievements
✅ AYUSH co-located facilities in over 12,500 Health & Wellness Centres.
✅ Integration of Yoga therapy in 20+ national and state health schemes.
✅ MoUs signed between AYUSH & MoHFW, MWCD, and Education Ministry for convergence.
✅ Positive clinical outcomes in diabetes, hypertension, and post-COVID rehabilitation.
✅ WHO recognition of India’s integrative approach to traditional medicine.
✅ AYUSH GRID digital integration completed in 30+ institutions.
🧩 10. How Citizens Benefit
| Citizen Group | Benefits |
|---|---|
| 👩⚕️ General Public | Access to both AYUSH and modern healthcare in one place. |
| 🧘 Health Enthusiasts | Free yoga and lifestyle sessions under Fit India and HWCs. |
| 👶 Mothers & Children | Better nutrition and immunity through AYUSH integration. |
| 🧓 Elderly | Homoeopathic and Ayurvedic support for chronic diseases. |
| 🧑⚕️ Practitioners | Career opportunities and skill enhancement through NHM programs. |
📚 11. How to Access Integrated Services
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Visit your nearest Health & Wellness Centre (HWC) or AYUSH hospital. |
| 2️⃣ | Look for AYUSH OPD / Yoga corner / NCD care clinic within the facility. |
| 3️⃣ | Register using your Ayushman Bharat Health ID. |
| 4️⃣ | Get free AYUSH consultation, medicines, and follow-up. |
| 5️⃣ | Participate in community yoga and wellness sessions. |
📞 12. Contact & Grievance Redressal
Public Health & Integration Division, Ministry of AYUSH
📍 AYUSH Bhawan, GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi – 110023
📧 Email: integration-ayush@gov.in / nam-ayush@gov.in
📞 Helpline: 011-24651964 / 011-23340023
🌐 Website: https://ayush.gov.in
Grievances:
🖥️ https://pgportal.gov.in → Ministry of AYUSH → Integration with National Health Programs.
🔗 13. Useful Links
- National AYUSH Mission (NAM): https://namayush.gov.in
- National Health Mission (NHM): https://nhm.gov.in
- Ayushman Bharat: https://abdm.gov.in
- AYUSH GRID: https://ayushgrid.gov.in
- Fit India Movement: https://fitindia.gov.in
- AYUSH Research Portal: https://ayushportal.nic.in
🌿 14. Social & Health Impact
- Promotes One Nation, One Health Vision.
- Bridges the gap between traditional and modern systems.
- Reduces out-of-pocket expenditure for families.
- Increases public trust in AYUSH through scientific validation.
- Strengthens India’s position as a global leader in integrative medicine.