In a significant move to enhance healthcare and promote traditional medicine, PM Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in Rohini, Delhi, calling it “Ayurveda’s next big leap.” The ceremony was attended by Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (Independent charge), Ministry of Ayush, along with other dignitaries.
The Prime Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to making healthcare accessible to the poorest, while promoting traditional Indian medicine systems such as AYUSH and Ayurveda. He highlighted that over the last decade, the AYUSH system has spread to more than 100 countries. Notably, India is establishing the first World Health Organization (WHO) institution for traditional medicine. PM Modi also mentioned the inauguration of the second phase of the All India Institute of Ayurveda and celebrated the laying of the foundation stone for CARI. He extended special congratulations to the people of Delhi for this achievement.
PM Modi underscored India’s immense potential to become the world’s health and wellness capital. He envisioned a future where “Heal in India” would be as prominent as “Make in India.” He also announced the introduction of a special AYUSH visa to facilitate foreign citizens seeking AYUSH treatments in India, a scheme that has already benefited hundreds of international visitors.
At the event, Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State for AYUSH, expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for his leadership, stating that the new facility would drive research and quality healthcare, benefiting millions across the nation.
Yogender Chandolia, Member of Parliament from North West Delhi, also participated in the Bhoomi Pujan of the new building. He highlighted the significance of the new Metro line and the CARI building foundation stone as gifts from the government to the people of Delhi, emphasizing their long-term benefits. He thanked the team from the Ministry of AYUSH and the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) for their efforts in advancing Ayurvedic research and healthcare.
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH, described the acquisition of a dedicated space in Rohini after 46 years as a monumental achievement, setting a new benchmark for future endeavors. He added that this new facility would provide high-quality services, enhancing the awareness and accessibility of traditional medicine.
The new facility, spread across 2.92 acres with an investment of ₹187 crore, will feature a 100-bed research hospital dedicated to advancing Ayurvedic research and providing healthcare services to the community.
About the Institute:
Established in 1979, the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) has been a pioneer in clinical research, particularly in Preventive Cardiology and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). For years, the institute has operated from rented premises in Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi, but now, with a state-of-the-art facility of its own, CARI is set to become a global leader in Ayurveda. The new campus, expected to be completed in 30 months, will house four main blocks: an Administrative Block, Outpatient Department (OPD) Block, Inpatient Department (IPD) Block, and a Treatment Block. Specialized clinics will offer treatments in geriatrics, pediatrics, ENT, arthritis, preventive cardiology, and eye care, alongside traditional Ayurvedic therapies like Panchakarma, Kshara Sutra, and Jalukavacharana, integrated with modern diagnostic and therapeutic technologies.
This new infrastructure will elevate CARI’s research and patient care, and the institute will feature advanced clinical laboratories, physiotherapy units, and a well-equipped library to support its research and educational activities. CARI’s quality commitment is further demonstrated through its NABH and NABL accreditations. Additionally, its Panchakarma Technician Training Course, affiliated with the Healthcare Sector Skill Council of India, aims to empower the youth with skills to contribute to the growth of the Ayurveda sector. With this monumental step, CARI is poised to play a central role in the integration of traditional and modern healthcare, setting a global standard for Ayurvedic research, treatment, and education.
