Ms. Asha Chauhan serves as Director (Ayurveda Division) in the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, where she oversees all policy, administrative, and technical matters related to Ayurveda. With a background in Ayurvedic medicine and public administration, she leads initiatives that enhance Ayurveda research, institutional growth, and integration with national health programs. Her leadership contributes to strengthening Ayurveda education, clinical excellence, and India’s international presence in holistic medicine.
Director (Ayurveda Division)
2022 – Present |
📅 Appointed: 2022
👔 Designation: Director (Ayurveda Division)
🏛️ Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
🧾 Divisions & Responsibilities under charge:
Ayurveda Division (Core Policy and Programs) –
Supervising policy formulation, program monitoring, and administrative functioning related to Ayurveda
Coordinating with research councils, educational institutions, and state governments to ensure effective implementation of Ayurveda-related projects
Promoting clinical research and development of new evidence-based formulations through the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)
National Ayurveda Institutes & Research Bodies –
Administrative oversight of premier institutions such as:
National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi
Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA), Jamnagar
Ensuring academic excellence, quality assurance, and expansion of Ayurveda infrastructure
Schemes & Programs –
Implementation of Ayurveda components under National AYUSH Mission (NAM) and Ayurswasthya Yojana
Monitoring of Ayurveda wellness centres, hospital projects, and outreach programs
Technical Policy Matters –
Evaluation of Ayurveda research proposals and policy reforms
Strengthening cooperation with WHO and international bodies for global promotion of Ayurveda
🌿 Key Focus Areas:
Policy advancement and digital integration of Ayurveda institutions
Quality improvement in Ayurveda education and clinical research
Promotion of Ayurveda as a pillar of India’s holistic healthcare and wellness economy
Deputy Adviser (Ayurveda)
2018 – 2022 |
📅 Appointed: 2018
🏛️ Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
🧩 Responsibilities:
Supervised Ayurveda development projects, educational reforms, and research initiatives
Coordinated between National Institutes of Ayurveda, State AYUSH Directorates, and CCRAS for effective program execution
Monitored centrally sponsored Ayurveda programs focused on infrastructure enhancement, training, and public health integration
🌿 Supported the Ministry’s global Ayurveda promotion under the “Heal in India / Heal by India” initiatives
Senior Administrative & Technical Roles
2010 – 2018 |
🏢 Joined the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
👔 Served in various technical and policy capacities within the Ayurveda Division
🧾 Key Contributions:
Assisted in Ayurveda policy formulation and research coordination
Supported the execution of the National AYUSH Mission (NAM) Ayurveda component
Oversaw collaboration between the Ministry and national research councils such as CCRAS (Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences)
💬 Played a vital role in standardizing Ayurveda education and institutional guidelines
Academic & Clinical Foundation
2000 – 2010 |
🏛️ Began her career as a clinician and academic professional in Ayurveda
🩺 Practiced as an Ayurvedic physician specializing in internal medicine and preventive healthcare
📚 Served as a lecturer and later as an academic coordinator at leading Ayurveda colleges
🌱 Focused on clinical documentation, case study analysis, and integration of Ayurveda into community health
Early Life & Education
📍 Birthplace: Uttarakhand, India
🎓 Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurveda Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) – Uttarakhand Ayurved University
M.D. (Ayurveda – Kayachikitsa) – National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur
Advanced Certification in Public Health Administration and Policy Implementation
🌿 A dedicated Ayurvedic professional and policy administrator committed to advancing evidence-based Ayurveda and strengthening institutional governance under the Ministry of AYUSH