Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Bhopal's Pandit Khushilal Sharma Government Ayurveda Institute should not only be in the top-10 of the country but also make its mark as the best institute in the country. For this purpose, we have to encourage research in the institute and conduct activities using innovative technology.
In the difficult times of Corona, Yoga and Ayurveda lifted the country and the world out of despair. People all over the world are adopting Yoga and Ayurveda for a healthy lifestyle. Arrangements for the best treatment should be made with dedication in the institute. Every possible cooperation will be extended by the state government in research and establishment of latest techniques. The possibilities of setting up an Ayurveda University in the state will also be considered.
Chouhan said that soon a boys' hostel will be constructed in the institute. Chouhan was addressing the dedication and foundation stone laying programme at the Institute's Silver Jubilee Auditorium. CM Shri Chouhan inaugurated the programme by lighting a lamp at the feet of Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Kanya-Pujan and healthiness. Madhya Pradesh anthem was also recited.
The Chief Minister dedicated the Institute's Panchkarma Super Specialty and Wellness Centre and Silver Jubilee Auditorium building under the National Ayush Mission Scheme. Chouhan also laid the foundation stone of Academic Building and office building of Madhya Pradesh Ayurveda and Unani Medical System and Naturopathy Board. The CM also planted Bakul plants useful in dental and brain diseases in the medicinal garden of state importance located in the auditorium premises. Minister of State for AYUSH Ramkishore Nano Kawre, MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, MLA PC Sharma also planted Bakul saplings.
Chouhan said that India has the most ancient, rich cultural and historical tradition in the world. Our culture follows the principle of "first happiness is a healthy body". The basis of performing all the dharma i.e. duties is the body and it is necessary to remain healthy. Ayurveda and Yoga focus on the idea and practice of how to stay healthy.
This system does not work on the principle that when we are sick, then only treatment should be done. In Yoga and Ayurveda, emphasis has been laid on adopting a lifestyle conducive to not getting sick. Ayurveda is a complete system of leading a healthy life.
The Chief Minister said that physicians of other disciplines including Ayurveda will also render their services in all the hospitals of the state. Chouhan also remembered the state's famous Vaidya Khushilal Sharma, Vaidya Uddhavdas Mehta and Vaidya Ramnarayan Shastri of Indore.
Chief Minister Chouhan said that medical and engineering studies in Hindi are being encouraged in the state. English does not means erudition, we will not let the talents suffocate under the pressure of English. Chouhan expressed the need to encourage Hindi in the Government Pandit Khushilal Sharma Ayurveda Institute as well.
Minister of State for AYUSH Ramkishore Nano Kawre said that as a result of “Vaidya Aapke Dwar” scheme, innovations in the form of Dhanvantari training, Devaranya Yojana and Yoga se Nirog programme implemented under the leadership of Chouhan, the state has been recognised at the national level in the field of AYUSH.
A special task force has been created to encourage research in Ayurveda. Research centres are also being established in seven colleges of the state. Minister Kawre gave information about the treatment and facilities available at the Panchkarma Super Specialty and Wellness Centre.