Parliament Question: Skill Upgradation Programme for AYUSH Practitioners

**Executive Summary** This document provides the Ministry of AYUSH's response to an unstarred question regarding skill upgradation programmes for AYUSH practitioners in the North Eastern Region. The Ministry clarifies that such programmes are implemented under the 'Capacity Building & Continuing Medical Education (CME) in Ayush' component of the Ayurgyan Scheme, a Central Sector Scheme active since 2021-22. Furthermore, financial support is available nationwide, and 38 traditional healers in the North Eastern Region have received support for certification. The document's key date is December 12th, 2025. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Ayurgyan Scheme:** * The 'Capacity Building & Continuing Medical Education (CME) in Ayush' is a component of the Central Sector Scheme "Ayurgyan," implemented since 2021-22. * The CME component encourages Ayush personnel to undergo need-based professional training. * Financial assistance is available to eligible organizations across the country for conducting training programs under this scheme, with the scheme not being region-specific. * A total of 8 training programmes (2 in Assam and 6 in Meghalaya) have been conducted for Ayush personnel under the Ayurgyan Scheme. * **Capacity Building Training (CBT) Programs:** * Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) periodically conducts CBT programs on standardization and quality control of ASU&H drugs. * These programs are for State Drug Regulators/Enforcement Authorities, AYUSH accredited State/UT Drug Testing Laboratories, Quality Control/Technical Personnel. * Over the past three years, 11 CBT programs have been organized, with four participants from Assam attending. * **Other Training Programs:** * NEIAH, Shillong conducts Panchakarma Therapy training for Medical Officers (Ayurveda) from neighboring states, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs for Ayurveda and Homeopathy teachers. * CCRAS provided training on Ayurveda Research Methodology and Statistics at the Government Ayurveda College, Guwahati, Assam, training 140 scholars and faculty members. * NEIAFMR conducted Re-Orientation Training Program on Marma Chikitsa for Ayurveda Medical Officers of 8 North Eastern States, with one participant from Assam. * **Support for Traditional Healers:** * NEIAFMR has supported 38 traditional healers in the North Eastern Region for obtaining certification under Voluntary Certification Scheme for Traditional Community Healthcare Providers (VCSTCHCP). * These healers are from Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Nagaland. * The VCSTCHCP is a third-party certification program by Quality Council of India (QCI) and the Foundation for Revitalization of Local Health Traditions (FRLHT). **Impact Analysis** **AYUSH Practitioners in the North Eastern Region** * **Impact:** Access to skill upgradation programs through the Ayurgyan Scheme and other initiatives. Opportunities to enhance their knowledge and professional capabilities. * **Action Required:** Participate in available training programs and certification schemes to improve skills and gain formal recognition. **Traditional Healers** * **Impact:** Support in obtaining certification under VCSTCHCP, leading to increased credibility and recognition of their practices. * **Action Required:** Engage with NEIAFMR and relevant organizations to apply for certification and participate in the VCSTCHCP. **Organizations Conducting Training Programs** * **Impact:** Potential to receive financial assistance under the Ayurgyan Scheme for conducting relevant training programs. * **Action Required:** Apply for financial assistance under the Ayurgyan Scheme and design training programs based on the needs of Ayush personnel. **Government Agencies (Ministry of AYUSH, PCIM&H, NEIAH, CCRAS, NEIAFMR)** * **Impact:** Responsible for implementing and monitoring the skill upgradation programs and certification schemes. * **Action Required:** Continue to conduct and support training programs, provide financial assistance, and ensure the effectiveness of the skill upgradation initiatives.

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