GUWAHATI, 25 Aug: AYUSH Minister Sarba-nanda Sonowal on Friday said that the northeastern states have a natural advantage to emerge as a hotspot for traditional medicine, and sought the Centre’s support to achieve it.
\nSpeaking at the regional review meeting of northeastern states on AYUSH, he stressed on the need to encourage the use of traditional medicines and practices in the region.
\n“The idea behind this meet is mainly to integrate the Northeast states and get their commitment for the promotion of AYUSH in the region,” he said.
\nPointing to the rich biodiversity in the region, Sonowal said, “If we take steps to promote traditional medicines in the Northeast, this region will emerge as one of the top areas in this sector, not just in the country but globally.”
\nHe said cooperation of the states is needed for the growth of the AYUSH sector and the Centre is ready to extend all possible support, including financial.
\nAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who attended the inaugural ceremony, said that the NE states can immensely contribute towards the further spread of Ayurveda, yoga, naturopathy, Unani and homeopathy.
\nHighlighting the measures taken to promote traditional medicines and healthcare practices, he said that the efforts are gradually starting to show results as the AYUSH is gaining international recognition.
\nUnion MoS for AYUSH Munjpara Mahendrabhai Kalubhai and health ministers of several northeastern states were present at the meeting. (PTI)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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