New Delhi, February 18 The rising prevalence of lifestyle disorders, stress, and mental health challenges worldwide require preventive and holistic solutions. Ayush provides evidence-based interventions that integrate body, mind, and environment, said Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav on Wednesday.
The minister made these remarks while inaugurating and later addressing the concluding session of the 3rd International Ayush Conference and Exhibition (IACE 2026) in Dubai, marking a major milestone in the global acceptance of traditional and integrative healthcare systems, officials said.
Addressing dignitaries, researchers, industry leaders, and practitioners from around the world, Jadhav said that Ayush systems – including Ayurveda, Yoga, Siddha, Unani, and Homeopathy – are increasingly recognized as holistic approaches that address physical, mental, and social well-being in harmony with nature.
During the three-day conference, participants from 28 countries engaged in consultations, scientific discussions, and partnerships, demonstrating that traditional medicine is now at the center of global healthcare dialogue, an official statement said.
A key outcome of the conference was detailed discussions on a draft international white paper on Ayush interventions for mind-body health.
The document aims to transition global understanding from experience-based practice to evidence-based validation, from isolated practices to structured treatment protocols, and from parallel systems to integrated healthcare frameworks, the statement said.
Once finalized, it is expected to serve as a reference document for governments, academic institutions, and international organizations working in integrative medicine and public health policy.
The minister recalled that the WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine held in New Delhi and the Delhi Declaration reaffirmed global commitment towards evidence generation, safety standards, and responsible integration of traditional medicine.
He highlighted that the conference advanced this global momentum by promoting joint research programs, academic exchanges, regulatory cooperation, investment partnerships, and the expansion of medical value travel and Ayush services.
He also stressed the need for quality assurance, pharmacopeial compliance, and international certification to enable the global acceptance of Ayush products and services.
Jadhav noted that such international platforms strengthen scientific dialogue, health diplomacy, and trust among nations, and emphasized that Ayush can act as a bridge connecting cultures and healthcare systems while supporting global health security and preventive care.
Reaffirming India's commitment, the minister said that the country is prepared to lead and collaborate with partner nations to build an integrated, evidence-based, and human-centric global public health structure.
Declaring the conference a success, Jadhav said that the deliberations should translate into actionable outcomes and institutional partnerships.
He also expressed confidence that the discussions would strengthen scientific engagement, partnerships, and the positioning of Ayush as a credible contributor to global healthcare.
