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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
BLDE to start Ayurveda hospital in Vijayapura
Mallikarjun Kharge, AICC president, will inaugurate some new institutions including an Ayurvedic hospital by the Bharatiya Lingayat Development Education (BLDE) society in Vijayapura on July 27. Minister M.B. Patil, BLDE society chairman and BLDE university chancellor, told reporters in Vijayapura on Friday that the hospital will have all necessary infrastructure facilities and trained man power to treat diseases. It will provide Panchakarma, Netra Kriya Kalpa, and other treatments. An extension wing of the B.M. Patil medical college will be set up in the Ayurveda hospital to provide integrated medicine and hi-tech diagnostic facilities. It will have medicine, surgery, paediatrics, gynaecology, orthopaedic and other departments. It will also house a clinical laboratory. The B.M. Patil Foundation Innovation and Incubation Centre will be inaugurated, where students will try to convert their ideas into technology tools that could benefit society or be turned into business ideas. It will be a centre for industry- academia interaction that will inspire rural youth turn entrepreneurs, Mr. Patil said. A pilot project of mentoring 1,200 students has started. As many as 450 have gained recognition for their ideas in hackathons. Sri Shivarudra Swami of Belimath will be present during the inauguration. BLDE plans to open CBSE schools in Vijayapura, Basavana Bagewadi and Devar Hippargi. It will set up BCA and B Pharma colleges in Basavana Bagewadi. The 115 year old society, started by P.G. Halkatti, Sri Sanganabasava Swami of Bantanal now has 36,000 students and 4,500 teachers and staff. BLDE deemed university has obtained NAAC A grade (3.09 CGPA) for five years. The hospital is National Board of Accreditation certified for four years. It has been ranked in a rank band of 101-150 for three years by National Institutional Ranking Framework. The university faculty have got 689 publications, eight patents and 31 copy rights. As many as 12 patents have been applied for, Mr. Patil said. Pro-Chancellor Y.M. Jayaraj, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Arun Inamdar, Registrar R.V. Kulkarni, principal of BLDE Medical College Aravind Patil, principal of Pharmacy College Mallikarjun Shetty, principal of Ayurveda College D. Ashok Patil, principal of Engineering College P. Manjumath, Medical Superintendent of the Hospital R. Rajesh Honnutagi, public relations officer Mahantesh Biradar and others were present.
India.com
4 days ago
- Health
- India.com
Indian Medical Tourism Market To Surge From $18.2 Bn In 2025 To $58.2 Bn By 2035: Report
The report, by the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), in collaboration with KPMG, showcased the country's ambitious vision to become the global medical hub by 2035, rising at a CAGR of 12.3 per cent. The report also outlines a transformative national strategy that integrates India's clinical expertise with its centuries-old wellness traditions, aiming to make the country the world's most trusted destination for medical value travel (MVT). It showed that India is emerging as a cost-effective alternative offering both modern surgeries and natural recovery options like Ayurveda, Yoga, and Panchakarma. India ranks 10th in the Medical Tourism Index and seventh in wellness tourism, and attracts nearly 2 million international patients from 75 countries. The report showed that medical visa issuance rose to 463,725 in 2024, with the majority of patients from Bangladesh, GCC nations, and Africa. Ayurveda and traditional medicine are gaining significant global importance, said Dr. Manoj Nesari, from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, while unveiling the report at the Heal in India 2025 Medical and Wellness Tourism Summit, organised by the FHRAI in the national capital. "India is very rich in traditional healing, and the government has taken a plethora of initiatives to boost this sector as an alternate economy in recent years,' he said, adding that a series of initiatives have been taken to further promote Yoga and Ayurveda as a healing and wellness alternative across the globe. Suman Billa, IAS, Additional Secretary and Director General, Ministry of Tourism, noted that the tourism economy is reaching $3 trillion in the coming years, and for that, several areas need to be activated. 'Medical and wellness tourism are strategic pillars to achieve this target. He strongly suggested that in the coming years we will have to showcase not only our competence but also our care, compassion, and delivery,' he said.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
Indian medical tourism market to surge from $18.2 bn in 2025 to $58.2 bn by 2035: Report
New Delhi: The Indian medical tourism market is set to surge from $18.2 billion in 2025 to $58.2 billion by 2035, according to a new report on Thursday. The report, by the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), in collaboration with KPMG, showcased the country's ambitious vision to become the global medical hub by 2035, rising at a CAGR of 12.3 per cent. The report also outlines a transformative national strategy that integrates India's clinical expertise with its centuries-old wellness traditions, aiming to make the country the world's most trusted destination for medical value travel (MVT). It showed that India is emerging as a cost-effective alternative offering both modern surgeries and natural recovery options like Ayurveda, Yoga, and Panchakarma. India ranks 10th in the Medical Tourism Index and seventh in wellness tourism, and attracts nearly 2 million international patients from 75 countries. The report showed that medical visa issuance rose to 463,725 in 2024, with the majority of patients from Bangladesh, GCC nations, and Africa. Ayurveda and traditional medicine are gaining significant global importance, said Dr. Manoj Nesari, from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, while unveiling the report at the Heal in India 2025 Medical and Wellness Tourism Summit, organised by the FHRAI in the national capital. "India is very rich in traditional healing, and the government has taken a plethora of initiatives to boost this sector as an alternate economy in recent years,' he said, adding that a series of initiatives have been taken to further promote Yoga and Ayurveda as a healing and wellness alternative across the globe. Suman Billa, IAS, Additional Secretary and Director General, Ministry of Tourism, noted that the tourism economy is reaching $3 trillion in the coming years, and for that, several areas need to be activated. 'Medical and wellness tourism are strategic pillars to achieve this target. He strongly suggested that in the coming years we will have to showcase not only our competence but also our care, compassion, and delivery,' he said.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Officials urged to promote ayurveda
Kanpur: District magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh on Tuesday made a surprise visit at the fifty bed Ayurvedic hospital of Nigoha and expressed his satisfaction over the prevailing treatment system there. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Only 2 out of 36 staff were found absent, and the DM ordered to stop the disbursement of their one day's salary. He inspected the entire hospital including pathology and OPD, and directed the staff to maintain cleanliness of the hospital. Singh inquired from a patient named Shatrughan who expressed his satisfaction over treatment and said that he was receiving quality treatment. Dr. Rachna Tripathi, working in the hospital, informed the district magistrate that many incurable diseases were treated in this hospital through Ayurvedic, natural and Panchakarma methods. She informed that till so far incurable diseases of about 200 patients had been successfully While praising the hospital's system, medical practices and cleanliness system, the DM directed that public participation should be increased to make the general public aware of the Ayush medical system. Besides this, he also instructed the officials concerned to spread awareness in every village. The district magistrate thereafter inspected another 50 bed Ayush Hospital located in Dilip Nagar area where many patients who did not get any benefit from allopathic treatment got relief. Singh said that if such hospitals were run properly and the public was made aware of them then it could emerge as a strong option as an alternative medical system. He asked the officials to become more active in this direction.
Hans India
07-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Ayurvedic Detox also known as (Panchakarma) is said to Reverse the early ageing process
Bengaluru: Premature ageing is very commonly seen problem in today's world due to stress, poor dietary habits, pollution, and sedentary lifestyles. Ayurveda an holistic medicine, offers a natural solution through Panchakarma—a five-fold detoxification and rejuvenation therapy aimed at restoring internal balance and slowing down the ageing process. It includes Vamana (emesis), Virechana (purgation), Niruha Basti (decoction enema), Nasya (nasal cleansing), and Anuvasana Basti (oil enema). These therapies will be helping eliminating deep-seated toxins (ama) and balancing the body's doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. A critical aspect of Panchakarma's effectiveness lies in the use of lipid-based substances like medicated ghee and herbal oils, which penetrate cell membranes and deliver therapeutic compounds directly to tissues. This supports in different physiological process like detoxification, cellular repair, and tissue regeneration. Panchakarma also activates autophagy, enhances mitochondrial function, and improves oxygenation - these are the main mechanism that is slowing cellular ageing. The therapy rejuvenates the skin, improves elasticity, and prevents wrinkles. It has a huge benefits by supporting cognitive clarity, emotional stability, and hormonal balance. Regular Panchakarma strengthens digestive sysytem (agni), regulates metabolism, and improves immunity by reducing inflammation and supporting a healthy gut microbiome. It also revitalizes ojas, the Ayurvedic essence of vitality and longevity, which reflects in radiant skin, deep sleep, and strong resilience. Scientific research paper says, including one from Harvard Medical School, show that Panchakarma improves health markers, psychological well-being, and even gene expression related to inflammation and stress. When practiced during regular season or annually, Panchakarma offers a sustainable, holistic, and natural approach to ageing—working from the inside out. In a world seeking safe and effective anti-ageing solutions, Panchakarma stands as a time-tested path to age gracefully and live vibrantly. (Authored by Dr B A Lohith, Professor, Dept of panchakarma, SDM College of ayurveda and hospital hassan)
