State to accord Ayurveda equal status with allopathy: Muraleedharan
Kerala Health Minister K. Muraleedharan announced plans to elevate Ayurveda to the same status as allopathy in the state's healthcare system. The government is considering establishing a dedicated AYUSH department to better support traditional medicine.
Why it matters
This policy shift could significantly impact healthcare integration and the institutional support for traditional medical practices in India.
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan has said the State government would ensure Ayurveda gets the same status and recognition as allopathy in the healthcare sector, and promised all necessary support for the traditional system to flourish without being sidelined.
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