Daijiworld Media Network – Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, Mar 17: The Ayurvedic sector has witnessed an unprecedented boom, with its turnover surging from $2.85 billion in 2014 to a staggering $24 billion in 2024, said Rajesh Kotecha, secretary of the ministry of AYUSH, at the ‘Vande AyuCon-2025’ event in Ahmedabad. He further noted that Ayurvedic exports have tripled in the past decade, cementing India's position as a global leader in traditional medicine.
Organised by the Gujarat Board of Ayurvedic and Unani Systems of Medicine, the mega event was graced by Gujarat health minister Rishikesh Patel. Calling it a ‘Mini Kumbh’ of Ayurveda, Kotecha emphasised the sector’s growing influence.
With over 27,000 Ayurvedic doctors participating both online and offline, the event underscored Ayurveda’s integral role in holistic healthcare. Minister Patel, in his address, stated that Ayurveda is not just a medical practice but a way of life. He highlighted how the everyday spice box in Indian kitchens is a treasure trove of Ayurvedic wisdom.
"The history of Ayurveda is ancient. Practitioners should take pride in being called 'Vaidyas' rather than 'Doctors'," Patel said. He further explained that ‘Ayu’ means life and ‘Veda’ means science, stressing that Ayurveda not only cures diseases but also promotes a balanced lifestyle with no side effects.
Drawing inspiration from the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, the minister compared Ayurveda to a nurturing mother, urging practitioners to build greater trust in the science. He also called for increased research at the Ayurvedic University to strengthen knowledge and expertise in the field.
The event honoured top Ayurvedic practitioners for their contributions and recognized 11 outstanding clinics with the ‘Best Clinic-2025’ title. Additionally, 500 doctors received free clinic OPD software to enhance their practice.
Dignitaries present at the event included Sanjay Jivrajani, president of the Gujarat Board of Ayurvedic and Unani Systems of Medicine; Mukul Patel, vice-chancellor of Gujarat Ayurvedic University; and key representatives from Ban Labs, including Jayesh Parmar, Dharmendra Gajjar, and Maulesh Ukani.