National Arogya Fair 2026 ends; integrates holistic healthcare, research and rural empowerment


Dedicated OPD counters across Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homoeopathy systems witnessed thousands availing themselves of free medical consultations, health check-up, and authentic Ayush medicines at the four-day National Arogya Fair 2026 which ended on February 28.

Organised by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the All India Ayurvedic Congress in Shegaon, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, the Fair inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu reaffirmed India’s commitment to holistic healthcare and rural empowerment.

Live Yoga demonstrations and Yoga therapy sessions drew crowd. Youth and students participated in yoga contests. The Ayush Aahar segment promoting region-specific, balanced dietary practices received positive response too.

The Ministry’s pavilion showcased the work of its Research Councils, National Institutes and the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), presenting scientific research outcomes, public health initiatives, academic programmes and digital outreach efforts. Interactive displays on medicinal plants, herbal products and simple home-based remedies attracted considerable interest, especially among rural visitors and self-help groups.

A distinctive feature of the National Arogya Fair 2026 was its focused engagement with farmers. Special sessions on “Ayurvedic Farming: Production, Value Addition and Marketing” provided technical guidance on medicinal plant cultivation, post-harvest management, and assured market linkages. Approximately 2,000 farmers participated in the dedicated workshop organised in coordination with agricultural institutions and experts. The signing of multiple Letters of Intent, including a significant buy-back arrangement for turmeric procurement, marked a concrete step towards strengthening supply chains and ensuring remunerative returns to cultivators.

Farmers and participants from the Vidarbha region expressed appreciation for the initiative, noting that diversification into medicinal plant cultivation offers a sustainable and profitable avenue alongside conventional agriculture. Many described the Fair as a timely intervention that connects healthcare advancement with income enhancement and environmental sustainability.


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