Budget 2026: Ayurveda to Go Global, 3 AIIMS-like Institutes, Herb Exports Boosted

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda (AIIA) to elevate Ayurvedic science globally.
• AYUSH pharmacies and drug testing laboratories will be upgraded to improve the quality, safety, and effectiveness of Ayurvedic medicines.
• The WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine in Jamnagar will be advanced to further global recognition of traditional medicine.
• Government plans to promote the export of Ayurvedic herbs and products to meet increasing global demand, strengthening the Indian Ayurveda industry.
• These initiatives aim to connect ancient Ayurvedic knowledge with modern technology, create employment, and boost research opportunities for youth.

Why It Matters: Budget 2026 boosts Ayurveda with new institutes, upgraded labs, and export promotion for global recognition.