Budget 2026: Ayurveda, Yoga get big boost as global interest grows

Budget 2026: The Union Budget gives a significant boost to traditional wellness systems, with plans to train 1.5 lakh caregivers for yoga and Ayurveda services. Three new Ayurveda institutes will be set up, along with ten new allied health disciplines to train one lakh professionals. In addition, three new pharmaceutical education institutes and a network of 1,000 clinical trials have been proposed, underscoring the focus on healthcare skills and research.