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President Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the four-day National Arogya Fair 2026 at Shegaon in Buldhana district, Maharashtra on February 25. Policymakers, researchers, practitioners, farmers, industry representatives among others are attending the event organised by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the All India Ayurvedic Congress.

The President said “Aarogyam Paramam Sukham,” ( good health is the greatest happiness) according to traditions. She emphasised that a healthy body is the primary instrument for performing all duties and they help strengthen the nation. She said Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homoeopathy have made invaluable contributions in preventive, promotive and curative healthcare and continue to guide society towards balanced living.

True wellness requires harmony between body and mind and Ayush systems offer not merely treatment, but a comprehensive lifestyle framework based on balanced diet, daily and seasonal regimens, yoga, meditation and natural therapies. Preventive and holistic healthcare is essential for reducing disease burden and promoting long-term wellbeing, she said

India possesses a rich heritage of medicinal plants and traditional knowledge and their conservation and scientific cultivation would support sustainable healthcare, enhance farmers’ incomes and protect the environment.

She paid homage to Sant Shri Gajanan Maharaj who had dedicated his life for public welfare.

Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, described Ayurveda as a timeless scientific tradition established by India’s ancient Rishis, whom he referred to as the earliest research scholars. He emphasized that the human body, composed of the five elements, can be healed best through alignment with nature and that preventive healthcare is superior to curative approaches.

He urged practitioners to uphold authenticity, ensure quality in medicines and maintain unwavering faith in their own disciplines. He congratulated the Ministry of Ayush for strengthening India’s traditional knowledge systems at national and global levels.

 Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush, said Fair is not merely a health camp, but a powerful national initiative to strengthen India’s holistic healthcare traditions and connect them directly with the people. He stressed that combining traditional wisdom with modern scientific parameters will further enhance global trust in Ayush.

Highlighting the immense potential of Ayush tourism, he said that India can become the “crown of the world” in the field of holistic wellness. He stated that through Ayurveda, Yoga and natural therapies, India has the capability to lead the global wellness movement. The expansion of Ayush tourism would not only establish India as a global wellness destination but also generate employment, strengthen rural economies, and benefit farmers engaged in medicinal plant cultivation.

The President conferred the Lifetime Ayurvedic Gaurav Samman upon eminent practitioners in recognition of their exceptional contributions to Ayurveda. The awardees included Vaidya Devendra Triguna, Vaidya Rakesh Sharma, Dr. Ashutosh Gupta, Dr. Manisha Kotekar, P. M. Varier, and Dr. Ramdas, whose dedicated service and innovative work have significantly advanced traditional medicine, public health initiatives, and community wellbeing through Ayush systems. The President also visited the National Arogya Fair.

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