**Executive Summary**
This document outlines Prime Minister Narendra Modi's participation in the closing ceremony of the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine on December 19, 2025, in New Delhi. The Prime Minister will launch Ayush initiatives, unveil the Ayush Mark, release publications, inaugurate the WHO-South East Asian Regional Office Complex, and felicitate award recipients. The summit's theme is "Restoring balance: The science and practice of health and well-being."
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Summit Participation and Theme:**
* Prime Minister Modi will address the closing ceremony of the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine.
* The summit theme is "Restoring balance: The science and practice of health and well-being."
* The Summit took place from December 17th to 19th, 2025.
* **Ayush Initiatives Launch:**
* Launch of the My Ayush Integrated Services Portal (MAISP), a digital portal for the Ayush sector.
* Unveiling of the Ayush Mark, a global benchmark for the quality of Ayush products and services.
* **Publications and Releases:**
* Release of the WHO technical report on training in Yoga.
* Release of the book "From Roots to Global Reach: 11 Years of Transformation in Ayush".
* Release of a commemorative postal stamp on Ashwagandha.
* **Awards and Inaugurations:**
* Felicitation of recipients of the Prime Minister's Awards for Outstanding Contribution to the Promotion and Development of Yoga for the years 2021–2025.
* Inauguration of the new WHO-South East Asian Regional Office Complex in Delhi.
* **Exhibition Visit:**
* The Prime Minister will visit the Traditional Medicine Discovery Space exhibition.
**Impact Analysis**
**Ministry of Ayush**
* **Impact:** The Ministry of Ayush, as a co-organiser of the Summit with the WHO, is highlighted through the initiatives and programmes being launched and showcased during the event.
* **Action Required:** Continue collaborating with the WHO and stakeholders to mainstream traditional medicine and ensure the quality of Ayush products and services.
**WHO (World Health Organization)**
* **Impact:** WHO is a key partner in the summit and the construction of the WHO-South East Asian Regional Office Complex, reinforcing their collaboration with India.
* **Action Required:** Support the implementation of traditional medicine initiatives and continue to collaborate with the Indian government in promoting global health.
**Recipients of the Prime Minister's Awards for Yoga**
* **Impact:** Receives recognition for their contributions to Yoga.
* **Action Required:** Continue their dedication to promoting Yoga.
**Ayush Sector Stakeholders**
* **Impact:** This includes Ayush product manufacturers and service providers.
* **Action Required:** Adhere to the Ayush Mark standards to ensure the quality of products and services.
**Citizens of India**
* **Impact:** Will benefit from strengthened traditional medicine systems.
* **Action Required:** None specified in the document.
Key Entities Referenced
WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine: International summit focused on traditional medicine, organized by the World Health Organization, held in Delhi.
Ministry of Ayush: Indian Ministry responsible for promoting traditional medicine systems, co-organizer of the summit.
My Ayush Integrated Services Portal (MAISP): A digital portal for the Ayush sector to be launched at the summit.
Ayush Mark: A global benchmark for the quality of Ayush products and services.
Delhi: Location of the WHO-South East Asian Regional Office Complex, and venue of the Summit.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to address Closing Ceremony of the Second
WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine
PM to launch My Ayush Integrated Services Portal
PM to also unveil the Ayush Mark, a global benchmark for
quality of Ayush products and services
PM to felicitate the recipients of the Prime Minister’s Awards
for Outstanding Contribution to the Promotion and
Development of Yoga for the years 2021–2025
PM to inaugurate the new WHO-South East Asian Regional
Office Complex in Delhi
Theme of Summit is “Restoring balance: The science and
practice of health and well-being”
प्रव तथ: 18 DEC 2025 4:21PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the closing ceremony of Second WHO Global Summit
on Traditional Medicine, on 19th December 2025 at 4:30 PM at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Prime
Minister will also address the gathering during the closing ceremony. The programme underscores India’s
growing leadership and pioneering initiatives in shaping a global, science-based and people-centred
Traditional Medicine agenda.
Prime Minister has constantly emphasised for mainstreaming traditional medicine and Indian Knowledge
System through research, standardisation, and global collaboration. In line with this vision, during the
programme, Prime Minister will launch several landmark Ayush initiatives including My Ayush Integrated
Services Portal (MAISP), a master digital portal for the Ayush sector. He will also unveil the Ayush Mark,
which is envisioned as a global benchmark for quality of Ayush products and services.
On the occasion, Prime Minister will release the WHO technical report on training in Yoga and the Book
“From Roots to Global Reach: 11 Years of Transformation in Ayush”. He will also release a
commemorative postal stamp on Ashwagandha, symbolising the global resonance of India’s traditional
medicinal heritage.
Prime Minister will also inaugurate the new WHO-South East Asia Regional Office complex in Delhi,
which will also house the WHO India Country Office, marking a significant milestone in India’s
partnership with the World Health Organization.Prime Minister will felicitate the recipients of the Prime Minister’s Awards for Outstanding Contribution
to the Promotion and Development of Yoga for the years 2021–2025, recognising their sustained
dedication to Yoga and its global promotion. The awards reaffirm Yoga as a timeless practice for balance,
well-being, and harmony, contributing to a healthier and stronger New India.
Prime Minister will also visit the Traditional Medicine Discovery Space, an exhibition which showcases
the diversity, depth and contemporary relevance of Traditional Medicine knowledge systems from India
and across the world.
Jointly organised by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Ayush, Government of
India, the Summit is being held from 17 to 19 December 2025 under the theme “Restoring balance: The
science and practice of health and well-being” at the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The summit
witnessed intensive deliberations among global leaders, policymakers, scientists, practitioners, Indigenous
knowledge holders and civil society representatives on advancing equitable, sustainable and evidence-
driven health systems.
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