Ministry of Ayush Marks World Homoeopathy Day

The Ministry of Ayush commemorated World Homoeopathy Day 2026 Centred on the theme “Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health,” with a grand inaugural ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, academicians and students from across the country. The event marked the birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann and underscored the expanding role of homoeopathy in advancing inclusive and sustainable healthcare.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush and Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, said, “Over the years, India has developed a strong and expanding homoeopathy workforce, supported by robust institutions and research bodies. Organisations such as CCRH, NCH and NIH are continuously strengthening the scientific foundation, regulatory framework and public trust in Homoeopathy through research, education and quality healthcare delivery, thereby contributing meaningfully to accessible and affordable healthcare across the country.”

Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, noted that the Government is strengthening the Ayush ecosystem through investments in infrastructure, expansion of services, and digital platforms such as the Ayush Grid and HMIS to support evidence-based healthcare delivery. He also highlighted efforts to modernize education and training systems to build a skilled and future-ready workforce.

Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Ms. Alarmelmangai D., highlighted that Homoeopathy continues to play a vital role in India’s healthcare system, with a strong emphasis on institutional growth, standardization, and global outreach.

Advisor (Homoeopathy), Ministry of Ayush, Dr. Preetha Kizhakkutil said that Homoeopathy offers a patient-centric and cost-effective approach to healthcare, with significant potential in preventive and chronic disease management.

Dr. Tarkeshwar Jain, Chairperson, National Commission for Homoeopathy emphasised “Homoeopathy in India today is not merely an alternative but is established as a mainstream system of medicine, supported by more than 3.45 lakh registered practitioners and 291 educational institutions. (UPDATED ON 10TH APRIL 2026)