**Executive Summary**
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, is organizing an International Conference on Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome on December 1-2, 2025, in Bengaluru. The conference, hosted by CCRAS-CARI Bengaluru in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and NIMHANS, will feature eminent speakers, presentations, and scientific sessions. It coincides with the 57th Foundation Day of CCRAS.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Conference Overview:**
* The conference focuses on evidence-based Ayurvedic and integrative medical approaches to address the global burden of obesity and metabolic syndrome.
* It aims to bridge traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with biomedical research.
* It is being held at the A.V. Rama Rao Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
* **Objectives and Goals:**
* Strengthen research-driven integrative healthcare.
* Advance global health outcomes.
* Promote research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
* Expand India's leadership in integrative research and shape future health policies.
* **Conference Program:**
* Plenary sessions, parallel scientific sessions, and a symposium on translational science.
* A symposium on integrative management of Type-2 Diabetes, Obesity and Dyslipidemia.
* A specialized Workshop on Nanotechnology & Molecular Biology on December 2 at the TCS Smart-X Hub, IISc.
* Health Screening Camp by Samatvam, PathShodh and CARI on both days.
* Pre-conference virtual scientific deliberations were held from November 25–27, 2025.
* **Publications:**
* A special issue of CCRAS' research journal JDRAS on Obesity & Metabolic Disorders will be released.
* Ten other books will also be released during the event.
* **Participation:**
* Expectation of over 700 delegates.
* 267 oral presentations, 120 virtual paper presentations, 70 posters.
* 16 keynote and plenary talks by eminent scientists, clinicians, and researchers.
**Impact Analysis**
**Ministry of Ayush**
* **Impact:** The conference supports the Ministry's vision to strengthen integrative healthcare and promote Ayurveda.
* **Action Required:** Continue to support and promote integrative research and evidence-based innovation.
**CCRAS (Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences)**
* **Impact:** The conference demonstrates CCRAS's commitment to advancing integrative research and global collaborations.
* **Action Required:** Continue to strengthen global collaborations and promote evidence-based innovation in healthcare.
**Scientists, Clinicians, and Researchers**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to present research, collaborate, and contribute to the advancement of integrative healthcare.
* **Action Required:** Participate in the conference, share research findings, and collaborate with other experts in the field.
**Healthcare Professionals**
* **Impact:** Gain insights into the latest evidence-based approaches for managing obesity and metabolic disorders.
* **Action Required:** Stay informed about the latest developments in integrative healthcare and consider implementing evidence-based approaches in clinical practice.
**General Public**
* **Impact:** Potential for improved healthcare outcomes through integrative and accessible approaches.
* **Action Required:** Stay informed about available resources and treatment options.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Ayush: The Indian government ministry responsible for the development and promotion of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy.
International Conference on Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome: A conference focused on the intersection of Ayurveda and modern medicine in tackling obesity and metabolic disorders.
CCRAS: Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ayush.
Bengaluru: City where the CCRAS-CARI branch is located and the International Conference is held.
JDRAS on Obesity & Metabolic Disorders: CCRAS' research journal, a special issue of which will be released during the conference.
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India Strengthening Evidence-Based Integrative
Approaches to Tackle Obesity & Metabolic
Disorders: Ayush Minister
CCRAS–CARI Bengaluru to Host International Conference on
Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic
Syndrome
प्रव तथ: 29 NOV 2025 5:21PM by PIB Delhi
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, through its Central
Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru, is organising a two-day International Conference on
Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome on 1–2 December 2025 at the
A.V. Rama Rao Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. The conference coincides with
the celebration of the 57th Foundation Day of CCRAS, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ayush.
Organised in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and NIMHANS, the conference
seeks to address the rising global burden of obesity and metabolic syndrome through evidence-based
Ayurvedic and integrative medical approaches. The scientific event reflects the Ministry of Ayush’s vision
to strengthen research-driven integrative healthcare and advance global health outcomes.
Highlighting the importance of this initiative, Hon’ble Minister of State (IC) for Ayush and Minister of
State for Health & Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, mentioned, “India continues to strengthen its
work in integrative healthcare, and Ayurveda is central to this transformation. Obesity and metabolic
disorders are among the most pressing public-health challenges of our time. This conference reflects ourresolve to strengthen evidence-based approaches that combine the knowledge of Ayurveda with the rigor
of modern medical science. The Government of India is committed to promoting research, innovation,
and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance global health outcomes.”
The Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, emphasised, “The rising burden of metabolic diseases demands
collaborative, science-driven solutions. Ayurveda offers a holistic, preventive and personalised approach,
which becomes even more powerful when integrated with contemporary biomedical advancements. This
conference is an important step towards expanding India’s leadership in integrative research, strengthening
clinical evidence, and shaping future health policies.”
Dr. Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS, emphasised the scientific relevance of the
conference and informed “In an era where metabolic diseases are escalating at an alarming rate, the
holistic insights of Ayurveda offer powerful and practical solutions. This conference is designed to bridge
traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with cutting-edge biomedical research through evidence-based dialogue.
The outcomes will contribute meaningfully to integrative care frameworks, translational research and
global health policy.”
Dr. Sucholachana Bhatt, the Unit Head and Organizing Secretary of the seminar, mentioned that "The
conference brings together leading experts from Ayurveda and modern biomedical sciences to address the
growing challenge of obesity and metabolic disorders through evidence-based integrative approaches. She
added that the release of a special issue of CCRAS’ research journal JDRAS on Obesity & Metabolic
Disorders, along with ten other books, reflects the depth of ongoing research and the commitment to
advancing scientific dialogue and integrative healthcare.”
The conference brings together leading experts from Ayurveda, modern medicine, life sciences, and public
health from India and abroad. The academic programme features plenary sessions, parallel scientific
sessions, and a symposium on translational science and integrative management of Type-2 Diabetes,
Obesity and Dyslipidemia. A specialised Workshop on Nanotechnology & Molecular Biology will be
conducted on 2 December at the TCS Smart-X Hub, IISc. A Health Screening Camp by Samatvam,
PathShodh and CARI will run on both days. Pre-conference virtual scientific deliberations were held from
25–27 November 2025. A special issue of CCRAS’ research journal JDRAS on Obesity & Metabolic
Disorders, along with 10 other books, will also be released during the event.
More than 700 delegates are expected to participate, with 267 oral presentations, 120 virtual paper
presentations, 70 posters, and 16 keynote and plenary talks by eminent scientists, clinicians and
researchers.
The International Conference on Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome
underscores CCRAS’s commitment to advancing integrative research, strengthening global collaborations
and promoting evidence-based innovation aligned with India’s vision for holistic and accessible
healthcare.
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