**Executive Summary**
The National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA) in Jaipur celebrated its Golden Jubilee on February 9th, 2026, marking 50 years of service to Ayurvedic education, research, and healthcare. The event included the launch of new infrastructure, the inauguration of a podcast studio, and discussions led by key ministers. The aim is to position NIA as a global hub for Ayurvedic knowledge and contribute to India's holistic wellness goals.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Golden Jubilee Celebration:** NIA Jaipur celebrated its 50th anniversary.
* **Infrastructure Inauguration:**
* New OPD Block ("Sushrut Bhavan") to expand outpatient services.
* Advanced OT and Simulation Lab, enhancing clinical training, research, and patient safety.
* Dhanwantari Upvan (medicinal plant garden) for conservation, education, and research.
* **Digital Initiatives:** Inaugural podcast episode launched to strengthen digital outreach and academic communication.
* **Strategic Goals:**
* Transform NIA into a global center for Ayurveda education and research.
* Integrate AYUSH systems into the mainstream healthcare framework.
* Position AYUSH as an evidence-based, scientifically validated healthcare system.
* **Commitments:**
* Rajasthan State Government assures full support for infrastructure expansion and academic excellence.
* Focus on strengthening Ayurveda, Yoga, and traditional medicine.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA)**
* **Impact:** NIA's role as a leading institution in Ayurveda is reaffirmed and strengthened.
* **Action Required:** Continue to advance Ayurveda through education, research, patient care, and digital innovation.
**Stakeholder: Faculty Members, Students, Researchers, and Alumni**
* **Impact:** Acknowledged for their contributions to NIA's legacy.
* **Action Required:** Collective efforts are required to transform NIA into a global center of Ayurveda education and research in the coming decades.
**Stakeholder: Rajasthan State Government**
* **Impact:** Recognized as a historically fertile land for Ayurveda and a supporter of AYUSH systems.
* **Action Required:** Continue to strengthen Ayurveda and integrate it into public health promotion, providing full support to NIA.
**Stakeholder: AYUSH Ministry and Related Officials**
* **Impact:** Responsible for guiding and directing NIA's development and integration with national healthcare initiatives.
* **Action Required:** Collaborate with the Rajasthan government to support land and infrastructure expansion of the institute.
**Stakeholder: Public Health and Patients**
* **Impact:** Enhanced access to Ayurvedic services through expanded facilities and integration with modern medicine.
* **Action Required:** Benefit from improved patient care, education, and research in Ayurveda.
Key Entities Referenced
National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur: Premier Ayurvedic education and research institution in India, celebrating its Golden Jubilee.
AYUSH: Systems of traditional Indian medicine, including Ayurveda and Yoga.
Rajasthan: State playing a significant role in promoting Ayurveda and supporting NIA.
AYUSH
NIA Jaipur’s Golden Jubilee highlights 50 years
of leadership in Ayurveda with launch of key
infrastructure and outreach initiatives in Jaipur
today
NIA is a living bridge between India’s ancient medical wisdom
and modern science: CM Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma
India aims to emerge as a global centre of holistic wellness
through strong AYUSH institutions:Union Ayush Minister Shri
Prataprao Jadhav
National Institute of Ayurveda reflects Rajasthan’s proud
leadership in Ayurveda education and healthcare: Deputy CM
Shri Prem Chand Bairwa
Chief Minister and Minister of State launch and inaugurate
key infrastructure and MoS records first podcast at NIA
Jaipur
New OPD Block, Advanced OT and Simulation Lab, and
Dhanwantari Upvan inaugurated to enhance education,
research and patient care
National Institute of Ayurveda reaffirms role as global centre
for education, research and patient care
Posted On: 09 FEB 2026 2:17PM by PIB Delhi
The National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur, India’s premier institution for Ayurvedic education,
research and healthcare, celebrated its Golden Jubilee today, marking 50 years of distinguished service to
Ayurveda and public health. The commemorative programme was graced by Chief Minister of Rajasthan
Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush and MoS for
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Shri Prataprao Jadhav, and Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of
Ayush, Rajasthan Shri Prem Chand Bairwa, along with senior officials of the Ministry of Ayush,
academicians, researchers, students and other dignitaries.The event highlighted NIA’s journey from its establishment in 1976 as an Ayurveda college to its present
status as India’s first Ayurveda Deemed-to-be University, contributing significantly in the areas of
education, training, research, manuscriptology and patient care.
The Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, while addressing the Golden Jubilee
celebrations of the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur, said that the institute stands as a living
bridge between India’s ancient medical wisdom and modern scientific inquiry. He stated that the
completion of 50 years marks not merely a milestone in time, but a journey of dedicated service, research
and commitment to public health through Ayurveda.
The Chief Minister highlighted that Rajasthan has historically been a fertile land for Ayurveda, enriched
with medicinal biodiversity and traditional knowledge systems. He said that the State Government is
working continuously to strengthen AYUSH systems and integrate Ayurveda, Yoga and traditional
medicine into the mainstream healthcare framework for the benefit of the masses.
Commending the National Institute of Ayurveda for its national leadership in education, research and
patient care, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma said that NIA has emerged as one of the premier Ayurveda
institutions of the country. He assured full support of the State Government for the expansion of
infrastructure, academic excellence and future-oriented growth of the institute.
Calling the Golden Jubilee a moment of renewed resolve, the Chief Minister said that collective efforts are
required to transform NIA into a global centre of Ayurveda education and research in the coming decades.
He congratulated the faculty members, students, researchers and alumni for their invaluable contribution
to the institute’s legacy.
The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, said that the 50-
year journey of the National Institute of Ayurveda reflects the unwavering dedication of generations of
Ayurvedic scholars, physicians and researchers who have preserved and advanced this ancient science. He
described NIA as a cornerstone institution in India’s holistic healthcare ecosystem.
Shri Jadhav stated that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, AYUSH
systems have been firmly integrated into the national healthcare framework. He referred to key budgetary
announcements, including the establishment of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda and the
upgradation of the WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine at Jamnagar, as transformative steps for
the sector.
The Minister emphasized that the Government’s objective is to position AYUSH as an evidence-based,
scientifically validated and globally accepted healthcare system. He noted that institutions like NIA are
playing a critical role through advanced research, digital health initiatives, international collaboration and
patient-centric models of care.
Appreciating the consistent support of the Rajasthan Government, Shri Jadhav sought continued
cooperation for land and infrastructure expansion of the institute. He expressed confidence that NIA would
emerge as a global hub for holistic wellness and significantly contribute to the “Heal in India” vision.
The Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for AYUSH, Rajasthan, Shri Prem Chand Bairwa, said that the
Golden Jubilee celebrations of the National Institute of Ayurveda are a matter of pride for both Rajasthan
and the nation. He noted that the transformation of the institute from an Ayurveda college in 1976 to a
nationally and internationally recognized institution reflects its academic excellence and service ethos.
Shri Bairwa reiterated the State Government’s commitment to strengthening Ayurveda, Yoga and
traditional medicine for public health promotion. He assured that Rajasthan would continue to extend full
support to develop NIA as a world-class centre of Ayurveda education, research and patient care.Chief Minister Shri Bhajanlal Sharma and Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav also launched and
inaugurated several important programmes and facilities as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations. These
included the inauguration of the Dhanwantari Upvan, a medicinal plant garden aimed at conservation,
education and research, followed by discussions, guidance and directions by the Union Minister of State.
The Union Minister also inaugurated the Advanced Simulation Laboratory and the new Operation Theatre
Block, significantly enhancing clinical training, research capability and patient safety at the Institute.
The New OPD Block, “Sushrut Bhavan”, was inaugurated to expand outpatient services and improve
patient accessibility. In addition, the first official podcast from the NIA Podcast Studio was launched, with
the Union Minister recording the inaugural episode to strengthen digital outreach, academic
communication and public engagement.
The Golden Jubilee celebrations reaffirmed the National Institute of Ayurveda’s role as a leading
institution dedicated to preserving and advancing Ayurveda through education, research and
compassionate patient care. The occasion concluded with a collective resolve to position NIA as a global
hub for Ayurvedic knowledge, digital health innovation and evidence-based traditional medicine.***
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