India has immense potential to become world’s health & wellness capital: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the new building of the Central Ayurveda Research Institute at Rohini, New Delhi yesterday virtually. The new state-of-the-art building will be constructed at around 185 crore rupees. The 2.92 acre facility will combine tradition and innovation, offering new opportunities for holistic healing, specialized clinics, and skill development. 

In his address, Mr Modi emphasised the government’s focus on making healthcare accessible to the poorest of the poor. Prime Minister said that the government is also promoting traditional Indian medicine systems like AYUSH and Ayurveda. He said that over the past decade, the AYUSH system has expanded to more than 100 countries. 

Mr Modi highlighted that the



first World Health Organization (WHO) institution related to traditional medicine is being established in India. He added that a few weeks ago, he inaugurated the second phase of the All India Institute of Ayurveda. Prime Minister said India has the potential to become the world’s health and wellness capital. Mr Modi said that the day is not far when the world will adopt “Heal in India” as a mantra like “Make in India.”

Speaking at the event, Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (Independent charge), Ministry of Ayush, expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for his leadership. He said this facility will drive forward research and quality healthcare, making a lasting impact on millions of lives across the country.