Integration of Ayush, allophathy indispensable: Phungzathang
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, April 10 2015 :
Health Minister Phungzathang Tonsing has stated that integration of Ayush with allopathy system of medicines is highly needed in the present health care delivery system.
The minister was delivering a speech at the opening of a two-day long seminar on "Homeopathy in the Service of Mankind" being organized to mark the 260th birth anniversary celebration of Dr Samuel Hanemann at the Manipur University centenary hall.
The seminar is jointly organised by National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell, MU, Regional Research Institute (H), Imphal and Homeopathic Medical Association, Manipur.
Participating as chief guest on the occasion, Phungzathang further said Ayush and allopathy system of medicines are 'indivisible' .
He stated that the Centre has even set up a separate ministry for Ayush to prop up the healthcare system in the country and that the Government of India has allotted a wholesome amount of Rs 600 crore for this in the budget 2015 .
In Manipur, a separate directorate for Ayush has been established, Phungzathang said, adding that building for the directorate is under construction now.