Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the centenary celebrations of the “Arya Vaidya Sala Charitable Hospital” in Kerala, highlighted the enduring importance of Ayurveda in India. He stressed the need to integrate modern technology and AI into Ayurveda to adapt to changing times. Modi praised the institution for its 125-year journey in preserving and advancing Ayurveda, acknowledging founder Vaidyaratnam PS Varier’s contributions to public welfare and innovative healthcare approaches.
The Prime Minister commended the Arya Vaidya Sala for its role in promoting Ayurveda globally and providing healthcare services to patients from over 60 countries. He recognized Kerala’s efforts in preserving Ayurvedic traditions and noted a shift towards a holistic approach to traditional medical systems in recent years. Modi highlighted the establishment of the Ministry of Ayush, bringing various traditional medical practices under one framework to prioritize preventive health.
Under the National Ayush Mission, more than 12,000 Ayush Wellness Centres have been opened across the country, offering yoga, preventive care, and community health services. The Prime Minister mentioned the significant growth in the Ayush manufacturing sector and the rise in exports of Ayush and herbal products. He also highlighted initiatives to promote Ayurveda on global platforms and the establishment of research and treatment centers to further validate traditional medicine through scientific methods.
Modi emphasized the need to blend tradition with modernity in healthcare, integrating technology and artificial intelligence for innovative disease prediction and treatment approaches. He praised the Arya Vaidya Sala for its efforts in systematizing treatments and building trust in healthcare services. The event was attended by Kerala Governor Rajendra V. Arlekar and other dignitaries, where the Prime Minister congratulated the institution on its achievements and wished for its continued success in serving the community.
