Government Schemes 25 September 2026 · Event date: 24 September 2026

Sowa Rigpa Has Significant Potential in Education, Research and Healthcare: Ayush Secretary, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha

Sowa Rigpa Has Significant Potential in Education, Research and Healthcare: Ayush Secretary, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha
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Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha highlighted the significant potential of Sowa Rigpa in education, research, and healthcare during the valedictory function of a national workshop in Leh. He urged students and stakeholders to focus on documentation, standardisation, and global recognition for the traditional system of medicine. The event was organised by the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa as part of National Ayurveda Day celebrations.

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In Simple Words

Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha emphasized that Sowa Rigpa holds major opportunities in education, research, healthcare, documentation, and standardisation. Speaking at a three-day workshop in Leh organized by the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa, he encouraged young scholars to innovate and expand its recognition nationally and globally.

The workshop featured discussions on institutional development, traditional knowledge preservation, and healthcare practices. Participants also visited the Trans-Himalayan Herbal Garden at Phey to observe medicinal plant diversity, connecting academic sessions with practical exposure.

Key Points

  • Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha is the Secretary of the Ministry of Ayush.
  • The three-day National Workshop was organised by the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Leh.
  • The workshop focused on the "Scope and Challenges of Sowa Rigpa Post-Recognition".
  • The event was held at the New Academic Building, Saboo Thang, Leh.
  • The programme was organised as part of the National Ayurveda Day celebrations.
  • Dr. Padma Gurmet is the Director of the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa.
  • Other dignitaries included Dr. Tenzin Kunphel, Dr. Dorje Damdul, and Dr. Phunsok Wangchuk.
  • Participants visited the Trans-Himalayan Herbal Garden at Phey following the valedictory function.

Exam Angle

Ministry involved
Ministry of Ayush
Key official
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha
Organising institution
National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Leh
Location of workshop
Leh

A. National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Leh

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