Research and technology can help Ayurveda achieve global relevance: Goa CM Pramod Sawant

Goa: EMPHASISING THE GROWING ROLE OF RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY IN STRENGTHENING TRADITIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday said Ayurveda can achieve greater global acceptance through scientific validation, innovation, and evidence-based research. He was speaking at the inauguration of Rasayu Life Sciences’ new facility in Karvenagar, an organisation engaged in Ayurveda-based research and drug development. Sawant said institutions such as Rasayu Life Sciences are contributing significantly to the advancement of Ayurveda by combining traditional knowledge with modern scientific methods. “The establishment of the Ministry of AYUSH under PM gave a major boost to Ayurveda research. Rasayu’s efforts in developing globally recognised medicines through research, clinical data, and modern concepts such as personalised medicine are commendable,” he said.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Rajya Sabha MP and chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology Prof. Medha Kulkarni, along with Rasayu founders Vaidya Yogesh Bendale and Vaidya Vinita Bendale.

Sawant noted that the research conducted by Bendale and his team, particularly in cancer care, has demonstrated the potential of Ayurveda when supported by scientific inquiry and documentation. He expressed confidence that the new facility would further accelerate research and innovation in the sector.