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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF AYUSH
RAJYA SABHA
STARRED QUESTION NO. *44
TO BE ANSWERED ON 3rd FEBRUARY 2026
“Global recognition and standardization of AYUSH systems”
*44 Smt. Maya Naroliya:
Will the Minister of Ayush be pleased to state:
(a) the details about status of adoption of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11)
module by States for Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani, State-wise;
(b) the proportion of AYUSH cases digitally recorded in accordance with the ICD-11 framework;
(c) the manner in which international cooperation and agreements undertaken by the Ministry of
AYUSH during the year 2025 has impacted research collaboration, standard setting or increased
export opportunities for AYUSH products; and
(d) the details of the related measurable outcomes?
ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF STATE (IC) OF THE MINISTRY OF AYUSH
(SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)
(a) to (d) A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.The Statement referred in reply to Rajya Sabha Starred Question No.44 for 03.02.2026
(a) & (b) Ministry of Ayush has played a pivotal role in developing Traditional Medicine
Module 2 of Chapter 26 in the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), dedicated to
Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani. It includes standardized morbidity codes and disease
terminologies formally indexing them within the WHO ICD-11 classification. The codes are
globally available on the WHO platform and can be used by practitioners and health
information systems across all States and Union Territories.
Ministry under the Ayush Grid initiative has developed Ayush Hospital Management
Information System (AHMIS) which is Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) compliant
and ICD 11 codes for adoption across Ayush facilities throughout the States in which all
patient data is recorded in accordance to the ICD-11 codes. It supports standardized
diagnostics, service delivery, and data management for monitoring and community wellness.
(c) & (d) The inclusion of TM Module-2 strengthens evidence-based integration of traditional
medicine into public health systems, supports research and development, facilitates policy
formulation, and enhances prospects for insurance coverage and global recognition of Ayush
systems. By aligning traditional medical knowledge with international standards, ICD-11 TM
Module-2 serves as a critical bridge between traditional healthcare wisdom and modern global
health governance, reinforcing India’s leadership in advancing traditional medicine worldwide.
During the year 2025, international cooperation and agreements undertaken by the Ministry of
Ayush have significantly strengthened global engagement in traditional medicine. These
collaborations facilitated joint research initiatives, knowledge exchange, and harmonization of
standards with international bodies, particularly through multilateral platforms and technical
partnerships.
Ministry of Ayush has signed 03 Country to Country Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs)
for Cooperation in the field of Traditional Medicine with Angola, Tanzania and Kazakhstan, 5
Institute Level MoU with Indonesia, USA, Ghana, Mongolia and Cuba, 1 Chair MoU signed
with Oman during 2025 for propagation and promotion of Ayush at global stage.
India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was signed in December 2025 and under this
agreement New Zealand has signed an annex to facilitate trade in Ayurveda, Yoga, and other
traditional medicine services with India. This landmark provision promotes the global
recognition of Ayush systems, supports medical value travel, encourages collaboration in
wellness services, and reinforces India’s position as a global hub for health, wellness, and
traditional medicine services.
Further, India and Oman sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). A
landmark element of the Agreement is Oman’s commitment on Traditional Medicine extended
across all modes of supply representing the first such comprehensive commitment made by any
country and creating a significant opportunity for Ayush and wellness sectors to showcase its
strength in the Gulf region.
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