Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan today said that Ayurveda must be strengthened through scientific research, evidence-based validation and responsible integration with modern healthcare. He said this while addressing the 3rd edition of the International Conference on Kaumarabhritya – KAUMARACON 2026 organised by the All India Institute of Ayurveda in New Delhi. The Vice President noted that the future of healthcare lies in collaboration and patient safety. He also stressed that child health should remain at the center of national health priorities. Referring to Kaumarabhritya, the Ayurvedic branch devoted to child care, Mr Radhakrishnan said that research should not only innovate new ideas but also scientifically re-establish traditional remedies and practices.

Highlighting the growing global acceptance of Yoga and India’s traditional health systems, the vice president said that India’s ancient wisdom can contribute meaningfully to global well-being. He further underlined that the All India Institute of Ayurveda has emerged as an important center for advancing education, research and healthcare services in the country.

On this occasion, the Vice President also inaugurated four initiatives of the Institute, which include the AYUSH Start-up portal, AIIA- iCAINE website, AyuDIVA and the Vamana App and the Panchakarma Assessment App. Furthermore, AIIA, New Delhi and Maharshi International University, USA, exchanged an international MoU.

The three-day conference commenced today and will culminate on 17th October, marking the 10th foundation day of the All India Institute of Ayurveda.