National Ayush Mission

Miscellaneous


 25-Dec-2024

Why in News ? 

The Ministry of Ayush launched a film series titled “Ayush for All: Holistic Health Care through National Ayush Mission,” highlighting the significant achievements and transformative impact of the National Ayush Mission (NAM). 

Meaning of 'Ayush' 

  • 'Ayush' refers to traditional and non-conventional health care and healing systems, including Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homeopathy. 
  • These Indian medical systems are characterized by their diversity, flexibility, accessibility, affordability, and widespread public acceptance. They are cost-effective and hold significant economic value, making them well-suited to meet the healthcare needs of large sections of the population. 

 Key Points 

Launch 

  • The National Ayush Mission (NAM) was launched in September 2014 by the Department of AYUSH under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare during the 12th Plan.  
  • It is now implemented by the Ministry of Ayush. 

 About 

  • The National Ayush Mission (NAM), a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, seeks to enhance Ayush healthcare services, promote preventive care through Ayushman Arogya Mandir, and integrate Ayush systems into mainstream public health. 
  • It addresses gaps in health services by supporting State and UT governments in providing AYUSH health services and education, especially in remote and vulnerable areas. 

What is Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes ? 

Central Sector Schemes 

  • Formulated and funded entirely by the Central Government based on subjects from the Union List. 
  • Designed and planned solely by the Central Government. 
  • Examples: Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, and Khelo India Scheme. 

Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) 

  • Funded jointly by the Central and State Governments. 
  • Serve as a financial channel for the Centre to support state plans. 
  • A certain percentage of funding is contributed by the states, varying from state to state, while the majority is funded by the Centre. 
  • Implementation is carried out by the States and Union Territories. 

 

Components of the National AYUSH Mission 

Obligatory Components 

  • AYUSH Services. 
  • AYUSH Educational Institutions. 
  • Quality control of ASU&H (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy) drugs. 
  • Medicinal Plants. 

Flexible Components 

  • AYUSH Wellness Centres offering Yoga and Naturopathy. 
  • Telemedicine initiatives. 
  • Innovations in AYUSH, including Public-Private Partnerships. 
  • IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) activities. 
  • Voluntary certification schemes (project-based). 

Expected Outcomes 

  • Improved access to AYUSH healthcare services with better facilities, medicines, and trained manpower. 
  • Enhanced AYUSH education through well-equipped institutions. 
  • Focused reduction of communicable and non-communicable diseases through targeted public health programs using AYUSH systems.