Speaking on the occasion, the President said it gives her heartfelt happiness to be present on the sacred land of Sant Gajanan Maharaj. She said before coming to the programme, she had the opportunity to pay homage at his statue.
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President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the National Arogya Fair 2026 at Shegaon in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra on Wednesday.
The four-day national event is being organised by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the All India Ayurvedic Congress, bringing together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, farmers, industry representatives and citizens on a common platform to promote India’s traditional systems of medicine.
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Speaking on the occasion, the President said it gives her heartfelt happiness to be present on the sacred land of Sant Gajanan Maharaj. She said before coming to the programme, she had the opportunity to pay homage at his statue.
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She recalled that Sant Gajanan Maharaj dedicated his life to public welfare and taught the message of compassion and equality for all living beings. She said that it is a matter of great satisfaction to inaugurate an event dedicated to the health and welfare of people at such a spiritually significant place.
The President said that in the Indian tradition it is said, “Aarogyam Paramam Sukham,” meaning that good health is the greatest happiness. She emphasised that a healthy body is the primary instrument for performing all duties. She stated that in strengthening the nation, the role of healthy citizens is extremely important.
She emphasised that Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homoeopathy have made invaluable contributions in preventive, promotive and curative healthcare and continue to guide society towards balanced living.
The President noted that the world increasingly recognises that true wellness requires harmony between body and mind. She stated that Ayush systems offer not merely treatment, but a comprehensive lifestyle framework based on balanced diet, daily and seasonal regimens, yoga, meditation and natural therapies. She emphasised that preventive and holistic healthcare is essential for reducing disease burden and promoting long-term wellbeing.
She further highlighted that India possesses a rich heritage of medicinal plants and traditional knowledge. Stressing the importance of conservation and scientific cultivation of medicinal plants, she said that strengthening the raw material base would support sustainable healthcare, enhance farmers’ incomes and protect the environment. She called for collective efforts to advance Ayush systems and build a Healthy and Empowered India.
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