Union Ayush Minister inaugurates the second Indo-UK Health Conclave and welcomes two certificate courses for Ayush professionals

9 October 2026

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav, inaugurated the second edition of the Indo-UK Health Conclave 2026 in New Delhi on 9 October 2026.
The two-day conclave was organised by Marengo Asia Hospitals and the BAPIO Training Academy under the theme “Bridging Healthcare, Education and Innovation”.
It brought together healthcare professionals, academicians and institutional representatives from India and the United Kingdom.
Jadhav said traditional systems of medicine, when supported by scientific research, appropriate clinical evidence, quality standards and responsible integration, can strengthen preventive healthcare and holistic well-being across the world.
He welcomed a structured training and capacity-building initiative for Ayush professionals that includes two six-month certificate courses for Ayush graduates and postgraduates: Certificate in Acute Care & Emergency Support, and Certificate in Lifestyle Health & Well-Being Counselling & Practice.
The Minister said the United Kingdom's experience in clinical governance, patient safety and quality assurance, together with India's clinical expertise, technological innovation and healthcare delivery, can help build more accountable health systems.