Lto R- P.K. Prajapati, director, All India Institute of Ayurveda, S Prakash, CEO, Health, GI Council, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha,secretary, Ministry of Ayush,Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush,Bejon K. Misra, executive committee member of the General Insurance Council, Kasturi Sengupta, secretary general, GI Council at the MoU exchnage event

A document titled ‘Revision of Benchmark Rates for Insurance Coverage of Ayush Treatments and Settlement of Claims of Various Therapies/Interventions’ was released, aimed at enhancing transparency, affordability, and standardisation in Ayush healthcare services.

The Ministry of Ayush also released a toll-free number (1800-11-0008) for Ayush insurance

New Delhi: In a significant step, on Thursday, New Delhi based All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) and the General Insurance Council, representing domestic general and health insurers, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for expanding insurance coverage and improving claim settlement mechanisms for Ayush treatments.

Prof. P.K. Prajapati, director, AIIA and Kasturi Sengupta, secretary general, General Insurance Council, exchanged the MoU in the presence of Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare.

Jadhav launched the Ministry’s official WhatsApp channel to facilitate real-time communication and citizen engagement.

Additionally, the document titled ‘Revision of Benchmark Rates for Insurance Coverage of Ayush Treatments and Settlement of Claims of Various Therapies/Interventions’ was released, aimed at enhancing transparency, affordability, and standardisation in Ayush healthcare services.

The ministry also released a toll-free number (1800-11-0008) for Ayush insurance.

Earlier Jadhav inaugurated a 2-day “Chintan Shivir 2026” today in New Delhi.

Speaking on the occasion, Jadhav said that the Chintan Shivir reflects the government’s resolve to strengthen policy direction and effective implementation in the Ayush sector

Jadhav underlined that increased budgetary allocation reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening education, research, infrastructure, and global outreach in the Ayush sector.

He emphasised the need for evidence-based research, inter-ministerial convergence, and a whole-of-government approach, while calling for greater focus on innovation, digitalisation, entrepreneurship, and public awareness. Urging stakeholders to translate deliberations into actionable outcomes at the grassroots level, he expressed confidence that Ayush will play a key role in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha said the Ministry is advancing Ayush through integration of traditional knowledge with modern science, alongside strengthening research, global collaboration and public outreach.

Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Alarmelmangai D. highlighted Ayush has emerged as a significant pillar of healthcare with growing national and global recognition, and emphasised the importance of strengthening research, innovation, and institutional capacities.

She also underscored the role of young professionals and researchers in advancing the sector.

The 2-day strategic brainstorming event will witness various sessions dedicated to diverse Ayush domains and is scheduled to conclude on April 17, 2026, to discuss key policies, strengthen institutions, and plan the future of the Ayush sector.