“Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha to Continue Steering AYUSH: Tenure Extended by One Year”
Padma Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha’s Tenure as Secretary of Ministry of AYUSH Extended by One Year
Experienced leadership to continue guiding India’s traditional medicine systems
New Delhi – In a significant development for the AYUSH sector, Padma Shri awardee Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha’s tenure as Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH has been extended for one more year. This move is seen as a major step toward strengthening and globalizing India’s traditional healthcare systems.
A renowned Ayurvedic practitioner and former Vice Chancellor of Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Vaidya Kotecha joined the ministry in 2017 and has since brought about numerous transformational changes in the AYUSH ecosystem.
Key achievements under his leadership include:
- Establishment of the WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (GCTM) in Jamnagar, India – A landmark initiative, the GCTM is set to revolutionize traditional medicine by integrating global research, evidence-based practices, and digital health applications.
- Expansion of AYUSH Chairs in Global Universities – These strategic posts in prestigious institutions worldwide aim to enhance academic collaboration and increase global awareness and understanding of Indian traditional medicine.
- Globalization of AYUSH – Promoting India’s traditional medical systems on the world stage and forging international partnerships.
- Promotion of Scientific Research – Emphasis on generating scientific evidence to validate AYUSH practices and products.
- Digital AYUSH – Embracing technology to make AYUSH services more accessible and efficient for all.
- Strengthening Public Health Contributions – Integrating AYUSH with national health programs to benefit public welfare.
- Growth of the AYUSH Industry – Notable expansion in demand for AYUSH products and services both in India and internationally.
Vaidya Kotecha’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment have played a pivotal role in the resurgence and modernization of India’s traditional medical systems. The Ayush Darpan team extends heartfelt congratulations to him on this extension and wishes him continued success in shaping the future of global health through AYUSH.
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