New Delhi [India], December 10 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav, on Wednesday highlighted how India’s co-hosting of the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine reflects the world’s trust in the country. Minister Jadhav said the global summit, scheduled to commence on December 17, marks a “milestone in significant global efforts to bring traditional medicine to the mainstream.”
“This is a matter of immense pride for us. We had a successful 1st Summit in Gujarat in 2023. India receiving this responsibility for the second consecutive time is proof of the world’s trust in India. This Summit is a milestone in significant global efforts in bringing traditional medicine to the mainstream,” Jadhav told ANI.
The summit will conclude with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance, with participation from over 110 countries. “The theme of the Summit this year is ‘Restoring balance: the science and practice of health and well-being’. In the meeting yesterday, people from 110 countries gave their consent to participate. Health ministers, policymakers, scientists, and researchers from about 20 countries are also taking part. This is going to be a global stage. The Summit will conclude in the presence of PM Narendra Modi,” he added.
India will co-host the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi from December 17–19, 2025, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). The summit will bring together global leaders, policymakers, researchers, and experts to discuss innovation, evidence-based practice, and future strategies in traditional medicine.
The Ministry of Ayush organised a curtain raiser programme on December 8, chaired by Jadhav. In his address, he highlighted India’s growing leadership in traditional medicine and the strengthening role of national research institutions in enhancing scientific credibility and global cooperation.
In the national capital region, the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Delhi, under CCRAS, continues to be a key pillar of Ayurvedic research and clinical advancement. Hemanta Panigrahi, Director and Institute In-charge, briefed that CARI’s integrated research—spanning clinical, fundamental, and policy studies—has significantly enhanced its ability to address major lifestyle and non-communicable diseases. He added that the institute’s specialty clinics, ongoing research, and professional training programmes are closely aligned with national priorities for evidence-driven traditional healthcare.
The upcoming WHO Summit will feature ministerial discussions, scientific panels, exhibitions, and global knowledge-sharing sessions aimed at strengthening the integration of traditional medicine within public health systems worldwide.
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