Gorakhpur, July 1, 2025 — In a significant boost to India’s traditional healthcare systems, the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh today. The university stands as a state-of-the-art hub for the advancement and dissemination of India’s ancient wellness traditions, including Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy.
A Milestone in India’s Healthcare Education
During her address, the President remarked that the university is an “impressive modern center of our rich ancient traditions.” With over 100 AYUSH colleges now affiliated with the institution, it is set to become a national and international benchmark in alternative medicine education and practice.
President Murmu emphasized that the university will not only serve the people of Uttar Pradesh but also contribute to enhancing AYUSH-based medical services across India. “This inauguration is a milestone in the development of medical education and services,” she said, expressing satisfaction over the availability of advanced facilities to a large number of people.
Tribute to Leadership and Public Service
In her brief yet heartfelt reflections, the President spoke about the nature of public service. “One has to give up self-comforts to help people,” she said, appreciating Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his unwavering dedication to public welfare. She commended his efforts in improving infrastructure related to health, education, and agriculture.
The President encouraged public administrators, medical professionals, and staff to remain devoted to the welfare of society and reflect on the promises made upon entering their respective professions.
Promoting Wellness Through Ancient Wisdom
Highlighting the centrality of good health to national progress, President Murmu reiterated the adage “health is wealth.” She urged the public to take proactive steps toward wellness, especially through regular yoga practice — particularly vital in an era of increasingly sedentary lifestyles.
She elaborated on the ancient Indian knowledge systems, noting that Ayurveda, Yoga, and other AYUSH disciplines are based on a holistic and sustainable philosophy of life. “Our fields and forests are a treasure of medicinal herbs. Ayurveda is deeply rooted in the earth,” she said, asserting that AYUSH systems are India’s precious gift to the global community.
Boosting Scientific Recognition for AYUSH
The President acknowledged the growing domestic and international popularity of AYUSH-based treatments and called for enhanced scientific validation and credibility for these traditional systems. “The Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University must play a decisive role in strengthening the scientific foundations and global recognition of AYUSH systems,” she stressed.
As India marches toward its vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047, the integration of traditional wisdom with modern healthcare will play an increasingly vital role — a sentiment echoed strongly in the President’s address.
Conclusion
The inauguration of the Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University marks a pivotal moment in India’s journey toward embracing its cultural heritage in medicine and aligning it with modern scientific standards. With the active support of visionary leadership and robust infrastructure, AYUSH systems are poised to lead a global movement in holistic health and wellness.
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