AYUSH education expands in country, but non-government colleges dominate
Data shows that the rapid expansion of AYUSH medical education in India is primarily driven by private, non-government institutions. While seat capacity has increased significantly, government-run colleges remain a minority across various disciplines.
Why it matters
The reliance on private institutions for medical education raises questions about accessibility, quality control, and the future of public health integration.
As the Centre pushes to widen the role of AYUSH in India’s healthcare system — including through greater coverage, rural outreach and integration with mainstream health services — the country’s AYUSH medical education infrastructure has expanded rapidly.
The article relies on government data to present a factual overview of the education sector's growth.
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