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All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) organized three six-day CME programs for Ayurveda teachers under this scheme, focusing on enhancing their skills by blending classical Ayurvedic knowledge with modern scientific approaches. 
 
Key updates from September 2025:

• Successful conduct of CME programs at AIIA with collaboration from Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth.
• Emphasis on integrating traditional Ayurveda with evidence-based practices and modern scientific tools.
• Strengthening academic enrichment and capacity building for Ayurveda teachers nationwide.

About AYURGYAN Scheme
The AYURGYAN Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of AYUSH since FY 2021-22 to support education, research, and innovation in the AYUSH system (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy). 
 
Key points of the AYURGYAN Scheme:

1. Objective: To support education, research, and innovation in AYUSH systems.
2. Type: Central Sector Scheme by Ministry of AYUSH, launched in FY 2021-22.
3. Scheme Duration: Currently operative up to FY 2025-26.
4. Goal: To harmonize traditional AYUSH knowledge with scientific research, enhance global acceptance, and improve overall AYUSH healthcare delivery.
5. Ayurveda Biology Integrated Health Research (added in 2023-24) for interdisciplinary studies combining Ayurveda with modern biology.

Capacity Building Focus:

• Training for teachers, doctors, paramedics, administrators, and practitioners.
• CME programs to enhance professional knowledge and practical skills.
• Orientation sessions for non-AYUSH doctors in AYUSH concepts.

Implementation:

• Financial assistance for CME programs, training sessions, workshops.
• Six-day CME training programs recognized with participation certificates.
• Programs held across AYUSH institutions and allied centers.

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