Hyderabad: Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Tuesday called for greater scientific research to preserve India’s Ayurvedic heritage and strengthen public awareness about health and well-being.
Addressing the Dhanvantari Maha Yagam at Sri Dhanvantari Temple in Kanakkoor, Kerala, he described health as the greatest wealth in human life. He also stressed the importance of protecting traditional medical knowledge while encouraging scientific research.
Bhatti Vikramarka said health should not be measured merely by the absence of disease. Instead, physical fitness, mental peace, emotional stability and personal satisfaction were essential components of overall well-being.
He urged people to prioritise their health amid increasing stress associated with modern lifestyles. Moreover, he emphasised the need for greater awareness about maintaining physical and mental well-being.
Scientific research to preserve India’s Ayurvedic heritage
The Deputy Chief Minister said Ayurveda occupied a significant position in India’s traditional medical systems. He highlighted the importance of preserving its knowledge while giving greater attention to scientific research.
He noted that Kerala had gained recognition both nationally and internationally for its traditional expertise in medicinal plants and specialised Ayurvedic treatment practices.
According to Bhatti Vikramarka, India’s Ayurvedic heritage represented an important part of the country’s medical traditions. Therefore, he stressed the need to protect this knowledge and promote research into traditional healthcare practices. He also underlined the importance of public health and social responsibility in creating greater awareness about healthy living.
Dhanvantari Maha Yagam highlights traditional healthcare
Referring to the religious programme at Sri Dhanvantari Temple, Bhatti Vikramarka said the 11-day Dhanvantari Maha Yagam would draw attention to the importance of health protection. He observed that the event would also showcase the richness of India’s traditional medical systems and their longstanding cultural significance.
The Deputy Chief Minister emphasised that people should recognise the importance of physical health, mental peace and emotional balance in their daily lives. He reiterated the need to preserve India’s Ayurvedic heritage through greater attention to scientific research, alongside efforts to promote health awareness and social responsibility.