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NEW DELHI – A parliamentary panel has issued a comprehensive report urging the Indian government to strengthen the regulatory framework and broaden the global reach of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) systems of medicine. Key recommendations include the consolidation of drug standard-setting under a single, independent regulator and a significant push for international promotion.
The report, presented in the Rajya Sabha, highlights the need to unify the current fragmented approach to AYUSH drug standards. It proposes the establishment of a single, independent drug controller, operating in alignment with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. This move aims to streamline the regulatory process and ensure consistent quality and safety standards across all AYUSH systems.
Furthermore, the panel emphasized the importance of robust scientific testing for AYUSH drugs. It called for enhanced collaboration between the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) and the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) to develop comprehensive pharmacopoeial standards. This collaboration is intended to improve the testing and validation of ASU&H (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy) drugs, thereby bolstering consumer confidence in their safety and efficacy.
Domestically, the panel recommended expanding the reach of Arogya Fair/Ayurveda Parv events to cover at least 50% of Indian states. This expansion is aimed at increasing public awareness and accessibility to AYUSH therapies.
On the international front, the report stressed the need for a more proactive approach to promoting AYUSH globally. It suggested strengthening collaborations with the World Health Organization (WHO) and implementing strategies such as international roadshows and Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs to enhance the global presence of AYUSH. The panel also underscored the importance of sustained research, innovation, and capacity building to support the continued growth and contribution of AYUSH to public health.
The recommendations reflect a broader effort to integrate traditional Indian medicine systems into mainstream healthcare while ensuring adherence to rigorous scientific standards.
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