The Central Government has taken several key steps to improve the availability of free AYUSH medicines and increase public awareness about traditional healthcare systems across the country.
The Ministry of AYUSH is accelerating efforts through digital platforms, awareness campaigns, and capacity-building initiatives to ensure wider access to AYUSH services.
Digital Platforms Strengthen Medicine Monitoring
Under the AYUSH Grid, the ministry has developed digital platforms such as the AYUSH Hospital Management Information System (AHMIS).
These platforms enable:
- Real-time monitoring of medicine availability
- Digitisation of AYUSH healthcare services
- Better inventory and supply management
This helps doctors and pharmacists manage resources more efficiently.
Awareness Campaigns Under National AYUSH Mission
Through the National AYUSH Mission (NAM), states and Union Territories are receiving support for:
- Behaviour Change Communication (BCC)
- Information, Education and Communication (IEC) activities
These campaigns promote:
- Preventive healthcare
- Healthy lifestyle practices
- Awareness about AYUSH systems
Mass media outreach and health camps are being used to educate the public.
12,500 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs Operational
Under NAM, the government has operationalised 12,500 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AYUSH) across the country.
These centres provide:
- Preventive and promotive care
- Curative and rehabilitative services
- Strong referral linkages with other healthcare facilities
This expansion is improving access to AYUSH-based healthcare services.
Training for ASHA and Health Workers
The Ministry has launched Training of Trainers (ToT) programmes to train ASHA workers and other frontline health staff.
The training focuses on:
- Benefits of AYUSH systems
- Disease prevention
- Management of common illnesses
This enables grassroots-level awareness and better community guidance.
Special Capacity Building Programmes
Special training programmes were conducted in 2024 and 2025 in collaboration with the Central Health Education Bureau and Directorate General of Health Services.
These programmes trained AYUSH practitioners in managing:
- Musculoskeletal disorders
- Metabolic diseases
Across systems like Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani, and Siddha.
Financial Support to States
Under NAM, the Centre provides financial assistance to states and Union Territories for:
- Training and capacity building
- Expanding healthcare services
- Infrastructure development
States can access funds by submitting proposals through their annual action plans.
Support Through ‘Ayurgyan’ Scheme
The Ministry is also implementing the Ayurgyan scheme, which supports:
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) programmes
- Skill development of AYUSH professionals
This ensures continuous upskilling of healthcare providers.
Government’s Focus on Affordable Healthcare
The information was shared by Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Pratap Rao Jadhav in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on March 13, 2026.
The government aims to promote the holistic development of AYUSH systems and ensure affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare for all citizens.
