On December 8, 2025, India officially commenced the countdown to the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, scheduled for December 17–19, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The summit was co-hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and India's Ministry of Ayush. The theme was 'Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Well-being'. Delegations from over 100 countries participated, including Ministers, policymakers, industry leaders, scientists, and Indigenous medicine practitioners. WHO unveiled the Traditional Medicine Global Library — a digital platform consolidating 1.6 million resources on traditional medicine, from scientific studies to Indigenous knowledge. The Health & Heritage Innovations (H2I) initiative was also launched to bridge traditional practices with cutting-edge technologies including AI, genomics, and digital health. On December 19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the closing ceremony, where the Delhi Declaration on Traditional Medicine was adopted. PM Modi launched the My Ayush Integrated Services Portal (MAISP) and unveiled the Ayush Mark, a global quality benchmark for Ayush products and services. The first WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat in 2023 under India's G20 presidency. The summit represents a significant milestone in India's efforts to mainstream Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) within the global healthcare system, positioning traditional medicine not as a fringe alternative but as an evidence-based complement to modern medicine.
India Commences Countdown to 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine (December 17–19, 2025) at Bharat Mandapam; 100+ Nations to Participate in Summit Co-hosted by Ministry of Ayush
On December 8, 2025, India officially commenced the countdown to the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, scheduled for December 17–19, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The summit was co-hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and India's Ministry of Ayush. The theme was 'Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Well-being'. Delegations from over 100 countries participated, including Ministers, policymakers, industry leaders, scientists, and Indigenous medicine practitioners. WHO unveiled the Traditional Medicine Global Library — a digital platform consolidating 1.6 million resources on traditional medicine, from scientific studies to Indigenous knowledge. The Health & Heritage Innovations (H2I) initiative was also launched to bridge traditional practices with cutting-edge technologies including AI, genomics, and digital health. On December 19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the closing ceremony, where the Delhi Declaration on Traditional Medicine was adopted. PM Modi launched the My Ayush Integrated Services Portal (MAISP) and unveiled the Ayush Mark, a global quality benchmark for Ayush products and services. The first WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat in 2023 under India's G20 presidency. The summit represents a significant milestone in India's efforts to mainstream Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) within the global healthcare system, positioning traditional medicine not as a fringe alternative but as an evidence-based complement to modern medicine.
Key facts
- The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was held December 17-19 at Bharat Mandapam.
- The theme was 'Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Well-being'.
- Over 100 countries participated in the summit co-hosted by WHO and Ministry of Ayush.
- WHO unveiled the Traditional Medicine Global Library with 1.6 million resources.
- PM Modi launched the My Ayush Integrated Services Portal and the Ayush Mark.
- The Delhi Declaration on Traditional Medicine was adopted at the closing ceremony.
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Q: Outline the key outcomes of the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine hosted at Bharat Mandapam in December 2025, including the Delhi Declaration and related launches.
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The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was held at Bharat Mandapam during 17-19 December 2025 with delegations from over 100 countries. PM Modi launched the My Ayush Integrated Services Portal, unveiled the Ayush Mark, and adopted the Delhi Declaration. WHO launched the Traditional Medicine Global Library consolidating resources worldwide.
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The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine (December 2025) was scheduled to be held at which venue?
The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was scheduled for December 17-19, 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, co-hosted by WHO and India Ministry of Ayush.
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Frequently asked questions
Where and when was the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine held?
The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was held on December 17–19, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It was co-hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and India's Ministry of Ayush.
What was the theme of the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine (2025)?
The theme was 'Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Well-being'. The summit brought together ministers, policymakers, scientists, and indigenous medicine practitioners from over 100 countries.
What major initiatives were launched by PM Modi at the WHO Traditional Medicine Summit?
PM Modi launched the My Ayush Integrated Services Portal and the Ayush Mark at the summit. WHO also unveiled the Traditional Medicine Global Library containing 1.6 million resources.
What declaration was adopted at the closing ceremony of the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Summit?
The Delhi Declaration on Traditional Medicine was adopted at the closing ceremony of the summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi in December 2025.
Which ministry co-hosted the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine with WHO?
India's Ministry of Ayush co-hosted the summit along with the World Health Organization (WHO). More than 100 countries participated in the three-day event.
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