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About the Ministry of AYUSH (MoA)
The Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, is dedicated to the development, education, and promotion of India’s traditional systems of medicine — Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy. Established in November 2014 as a separate ministry, AYUSH evolved from the earlier Department of Indian Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy (ISM&H) created in 1995 and later renamed the Department of AYUSH in 2003.
The Ministry serves as the central authority for policy formulation, implementation, and coordination of all matters related to traditional healthcare systems in India. It aims to mainstream AYUSH practices into the national healthcare framework and to make India a global leader in holistic and preventive healthcare.
AYUSH embodies India’s ancient wisdom of wellness, emphasizing prevention over cure, and balancing body, mind, and spirit. Through its numerous councils, research institutes, and educational bodies, the ministry works to strengthen AYUSH education, standardize medicine quality, enhance research, and provide affordable health services to citizens across rural and urban areas.
Globally, the Ministry of AYUSH represents India’s rich legacy of healing traditions, collaborating with international organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and promoting AYUSH therapies and products through diplomatic and trade channels.
The Ministry also manages central sector schemes, such as the National AYUSH Mission (NAM), to expand infrastructure, support drug standardization, and ensure accessibility of AYUSH services through health and wellness centers. It also oversees key initiatives like AYUSH Wellness Centres, International Cooperation Scheme, Ayurgyan (Education & Training), and Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana for quality and capacity enhancement.
Guided by its vision — “to position AYUSH systems as the preferred choice of living and practice for a healthy India” — the ministry continues to integrate traditional knowledge with modern research to achieve the goals of universal health coverage and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
🌿 Core Objectives
- Strengthen AYUSH infrastructure and education across India.
- Promote preventive, promotive, and holistic healthcare.
- Support evidence-based research and standardization of AYUSH medicines.
- Enhance the global recognition and trade of AYUSH systems.
- Ensure quality assurance and regulation in AYUSH education and pharmaceuticals.
- Encourage integration of AYUSH with modern healthcare systems.
Autonomous Bodies
| Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) | CCRAS ensures that ancient Ayurvedic knowledge is validated scientifically and made useful for modern healthcare. |
| Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) | The Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) is the apex government body dedicated to the scientific research, education, and public health promotion of Homoeopathy in India. |
| Central Council for Research in Siddha (CCRS) | CCRS is the national research body that works to modernize Siddha medicine through scientific research, education, and innovation. |
| Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) | CCRUM is the national research institution that works to prove scientifically how Unani medicine — one of the world’s oldest holistic health systems — benefits modern public health. |
| Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN) | CCRYN is the Government of India’s national research body that scientifically studies how Yoga and Naturopathy improve health, prevent diseases, and enhance quality of life. |
| Rashstriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth | RAV is where traditional Ayurveda meets modern learning — preserving classical wisdom while promoting global relevance. |
Application
| Ayush System Portal | Ayush System Portal is an integrated online platform of the Ministry of AYUSH that provides comprehensive information about all AYUSH systems—Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa, and Homeopathy. It serves as a one-stop source for policies, practitioners, research, education, and schemes related to traditional Indian medicine. |
| e-Charak Portal | e-Charak Portal (Electronic – Cultivation of Herbs and Aromatic Crops Knowledgebase) is a digital platform by the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) under the Ministry of AYUSH. It connects farmers, traders, researchers, and manufacturers involved in medicinal and aromatic plants, enabling knowledge sharing, trade opportunities, and market linkages. |
Programme
| Ayush Research Portal | Ayush Research Portal is an initiative of the Ministry of AYUSH, developed by CCRAS, to compile and share scientific research on Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. It serves as a central database for researchers, policymakers, and the public to access evidence-based AYUSH studies and publications. |
PSUs / JVs / Companies / Societies
| Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corporation Limited (IMPCL) | Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corporation Limited (IMPCL), under the Ministry of AYUSH, is a Government of India enterprise established in 1978. It manufactures Ayurvedic and Unani medicines for CGHS, ESIC, and State Government hospitals. Headquartered in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, IMPCL ensures the supply of quality, affordable traditional medicines across India. |
Academies / Institutions
| All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi | AIIA is India’s top government Ayurvedic university-hospital — where traditional healing meets modern science. |
| Central Ayurveda Research Institute, Bengaluru | CARI Bengaluru is India’s leading government research hospital where Ayurveda meets modern scientific investigation. |
| Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA), Jamnagar | ITRA Jamnagar is the AIIMS of Ayurveda — a world-class centre where ancient healing meets scientific research. |
| Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), New Delhi | MDNIY is India’s top government institution for learning, researching, and experiencing the science of Yoga for modern life. |
| National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur | NIA Jaipur is the heart of Ayurvedic education and innovation in India — preserving heritage while advancing scientific Ayurveda for the world. |
| National Institute of Homoeopathy, Kolkata | NIH Kolkata is the country’s flagship Homeopathic university-hospital where traditional healing is combined with modern medical science and research. |
| National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune | NIN Pune is India’s national home for Nature Cure — a place where healing begins with simplicity, self-discipline, and harmony with nature. |
| National Institute of Siddha (NIS), Chennai | NIS Chennai is the national hub for Siddha education and research — where ancient Tamil healing meets modern science. |
| National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Leh | NISR Leh is the national home of Himalayan healing — where ancient Tibetan medicine meets modern science to serve humanity. |
| National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM), Bangalore | NIUM Bengaluru is India’s national hub for Unani education and research — combining ancient wisdom with modern science to promote balance, health, and wellbeing. |
| North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Folk Medicine Research | NEIAFMR Pasighat is India’s bridge between ancient Ayurveda and the living folk medicine heritage of the Northeast — combining tradition, biodiversity, and research for holistic health. |
| North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH), Shillong | NEIAH Shillong is the Northeast’s first integrated AYUSH institute — combining Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, and indigenous wisdom for holistic health and education. |
| Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth, Delhi | RAV New Delhi is the national guardian of Ayurvedic wisdom — connecting traditional learning with modern scientific and educational standards. |
Commissions/ Committees
| Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee | AACCC is India’s national admission authority for AYUSH medical courses, guiding students to fair and transparent seats in Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy colleges. |
| National Commission for Homoeopathy | The NCH is the national guardian of Homoeopathy education and practice — ensuring quality, transparency, and integrity in training and healthcare. |
| National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), New Delhi | NCISM is the national guardian of India’s traditional medical education — ensuring transparency, quality, and credibility in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Sowa-Rigpa. |
| Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy (PCIMH) | PCIM&H ensures that the Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathic medicines you buy are safe, effective, and of assured quality. |
Contact Details
- Address:
- Ministry of AYUSH, Ayush Bhawan, B Block, GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi – 110023
- Phone No: 011-24648354
- Fax:
- Email: support-moayush[at]nic[dot]in
- Social Media:
- Website: https://ayush.gov.in
Organization Directory
| NAME | DESIGNATION | GROUP / DIVISION / ORGANIZATION | CONTACT | EMAIL ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shri Jadhav Prataprao Ganpatrao | Minister of State (Independent Charge) | Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) | Ph: 24651955, 24651935 | minister-ayush[at]nic[dot]in |
| Shri Rajesh Kotecha | Secretary | Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) | Ph: 24651950 Fax: 24651937 | secy-ayush[at]nic[dot]in |
Senior Officials of the Ministry of AYUSH (Government of India)
| Name | Designation | Department/Division | Date of Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shri Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav | Minister of State (Independent Charge), Minister of AYUSH (also MoS, Health & Family Welfare) | Ministry of AYUSH (Political Head of Ministry) | 10 June 2024 |
| Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha | Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH (Administrative Head) | Overall charge of Ministry of AYUSH administration | July 2017 (appointed; tenure extended to 28 June 2026) |
| Shri Pramod Kumar Pathak | Special Secretary & Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) | Ayurveda, Siddha & Unani; AYUSH Education Policy I & II; Drug Policy Section; Legal & Policy (L&P) Section; International Cooperation; AYUSH Development Section; Vigilance; Schemes; IMPCL matters; Heal in India/Heal by India initiatives | In-situ promotion to Special Secretary (from JS) – tenure extended up to 30 June 2023\ |
| Shri Jaideep Kumar Mishra | Additional Secretary & Financial Advisor (AS&FA) | Integrated Finance Division (IFD) – financial oversight for AYUSH | (Not publicly available) |
| Shri Rahul Sharma, IAS (Jharkhand:1998) | Joint Secretary | Establishment I & II; General Administration (GA) Branch; Homoeopathy; CP & RTI (Coordination/Policy & RTI) Branch; Official Language; AYUSH Education Policy-III | 02 Oct 2022 (ACC appointment order) |
| Smt. Kavita Garg, IDAS (1999) | Joint Secretary | Budget & Gender Budgeting Cell; Cash/GST; National AYUSH Mission; AYUSH Grid Branch; Yoga & Naturopathy Division; National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB); Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme | 24 Aug 2021 (appointed JS, five-year tenure) |
| Shri Satyajit Paul | Deputy Director General (AYUSH) | Planning & Evaluation; Information, Education & Communication (IEC); Centre of Excellence component of Ayushman Bharat (Ayurswasthya Yojana); Siddha; Nodal Officer for SGoS-4 and SGoS-8 initiatives | (Not available) |
| Dr. Manoj Nesari | Adviser (Ayurveda) | International Cooperation; AYUSH Development; Technical matters of Ayurveda/Sowa-Rigpa/Folk Medicine in National Institutes and Research Councils; Technical matters of CME & PHI schemes | (Not available) |
| Dr. Kousthubha Upadhyaya | Adviser (Ayurveda) | Drug Policy Section; L&P Section; Technical matters of IMPCL (Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corp. Ltd.); Extra-Mural Research (EMR) scheme; Heal in India/Heal by India initiatives; National AYUSH Mission | (Not available) |
| Dr. Sangeeta A. Duggal | Adviser (Homoeopathy) | Homoeopathy (policy and programs); Administrative and technical matters of Homoeopathy in National Institutes/Research Councils | (Not available) |
| Dr. M. A. Qasmi | Adviser (Unani) | All matters relating to Unani medicine (Unani coordination desk) | (Not available) |
| Dr. Shashi Ranjan Kumar Vidyarthi | Director | AYUSH Education Policy I, II & III; Schemes; Heal in India/Heal by India initiatives; Administrative & financial matters of NMPB; International Cooperation | (Not available) |
| Shri Vikram Singh | Director | Administrative & financial matters of IMPCL; Yoga & Naturopathy Division; AYUSH Development Division; AYUSH Grid Section | (Not available) |
| Shri Dhirendra Kumar | Director | Parliament & Coordination; Administrative & financial matters of National AYUSH Mission and AYUSH Health & Wellness Centres | (Not available) |
| Shri Rohtas Bhankar | Director | Official Language (Hindi Section); Siddha Division; RTI matters | (Not available) |
| Smt. Vijayalakshmi Bharadwaj | Director | Establishment I & II; General Administration Branch; Information, Education & Communication (IEC)\ | (Not available) |
| Ms. Asha Chauhan | Director | Ayurveda Division | (Not available) |
| Shri Anjan Biswas | Deputy Secretary | Budget; Cash; Vigilance; AYUSH Grid (IT initiatives) | (Not available) |
| Smt. Shiela Tirkey | Under-Secretary | AYUSH Education Policy I; International Cooperation; Schemes | (Not available) |
| Shri Abdul Sadiq Khan | Under-Secretary | General Administration Branch; Establishment I & II | (Not available) |
| Shri Madan Lal Meena | Under-Secretary | IMPCL matters; L&P Section; Drug Policy Section | (Not available) |
| Shri Patrick Xalxo | Under-Secretary | Coordination, Parliament & RTI Division; AYUSH Education Policy-III; NMPB | (Not available) |
| Shri Bhawani Shankar Kothari | Under-Secretary | Ayurveda and Unani (coordination); Administrative & technical matters of Siddha | (Not available) |
| Smt. Mamta Yadav | Under-Secretary | National AYUSH Mission; Heal in India initiative; Homoeopathy | (Not available) |
| Shri Arjun Kumar | Under-Secretary | G-20 Secretariat (AYUSH initiatives for G20) |