Haridwar, 29 Sep: Governor Lt General Gurmit Singh (Retd) inaugurated an International Seminar on ‘Recent Advancements in Panchkarma 2025’ at the Rishikul Campus of Uttarakhand Ayurved University here today.
The Governor stated that Panchkarma therapy has been continuously evolving in the modern era. Many institutions are integrating it with modern technologies and innovative herbal formulations. Modern equipment and specialised protocols are being used to enhance the effectiveness of treatments. He emphasised that the time has come to validate Panchkarma at the international level through evidence-based research and clinical trials. “We must strengthen our ‘Make in India’ and ‘Healing in India’ brand value,” he said, while inviting people from around the world to come to India and adopt Uttarakhand as a clinical wellness destination.
Additional Secretary (AYUSH) Vijay Kumar Jogdande said that integrating Ayurveda with modern science would further enhance its global relevance. In his address, Acharya Balkrishna said that Ayurveda is being firmly established with great confidence. He highlighted the importance of Langhana (fasting), which plays a significant role in preserving both culture and health. “Food shapes the mind, and the mind drives action, therefore food must be wholesome. True strength lies not in physical power but in the strength of one’s inner being,” he said.
