Healthcare Sector Skill Council organises Convocation Ceremony of Ayush Skilled Professionals
"Skilling, Upskilling, and
Reskilling" is the Mantra for Global Propagation of Indian Traditional
Medicine System, said Vaidya Jayant Deopujari, Chairman of the Healthcare
Sector Skill Council (HSSC) Sub Council on Ayush and National Commission for
Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) today during the convocation ceremony of
Ayush Skilled Professionals. The event was oraganized by Healthcare Sector
Skill Council in Association with NCISM at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. He
emphasized the commitment of the Ministry of Ayush and the Government of India
towards propagating Indian traditional medicine globally through the mantra of
"Skilling, Upskilling, and Reskilling."
The Convocation ceremony was organized for students
skilled and certified in Ayush roles such as Yoga Therapy Assistant, Kshara
Karma Technician, Panchakarma Technician, Yoga Wellness Trainer, Cupping
Therapy Assistant, Cupping Therapist and Ayurvedic Dietician. Many of these
trainees are already placed in good institutions.
The HSSC Sub Council on Ayush is actively engaged in
developing and promoting skill development initiatives within the Ayush sector.
Supported by apex bodies, Ayush industry, academic institutions, and other
stakeholders, it aims to enhance the skill sets of individuals involved in the
Ayush domain.
Dr. AK Aggarwal from the HSSC governing council
highlighted the potential of integrating Ayush and modern medicine to bridge
the gap between traditional and contemporary healthcare practices. He
emphasized the importance of investing in training and developing a skilled
workforce to ensure innovation and the delivery of quality care to citizens.
Speaking at the event, Ashish Jain, CEO of HSSC,
expressed delight at the overwhelming response to the Ayush Skills Convocation.
He emphasized its role in educating participants about job opportunities in the
Ayush sector and fostering a network of like-minded individuals. He reiterated
the organization's commitment to promoting Ayush systems' growth and
development in India through continued support and similar events.
Prof Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS and Vadya
Meeta Kotecha, ex Pro VC, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur and made their
graceful presence during the event.
The convocation served as a platform for over 150
delegates from across the country, including practitioners, educators,
researchers, policymakers, and industry experts, to network, share knowledge,
and collaborate. Prominent organizations such as the National Institute of
Naturopathy (Pune), National Institute of Ayurveda (Jaipur), All India
Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), National Institute of Homoeopathy and Central
Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Shree Dhoot Papeshwar,
Maharishi Ayurveda, Kesharayurveda, Santhigiri Ashram, Sitaram Ayurveda
actively participated, enriching the event.