Esteemed speakers addressing the gathering at Arogya Bharati’s National Workshop “Amritam” in Bhopal
Bhopal: Arogya Bharati successfully organised a one-day National Homeopathy Workshop, “Amritam,” at the AYUSH Auditorium in Bhopal. The workshop witnessed the participation of more than 500 students, teachers, researchers, and academicians from across the country. The event served as a significant platform for in-depth discussions on the scientific foundations of homeopathy, ongoing research, its contribution to public health, and its evolving role within an integrated healthcare system.
The workshop was inaugurated by Inder Singh Parmar, Minister for Higher Education, Technical Education, and AYUSH, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Addressing the inaugural session, he remarked that homeopathy is not merely a system that treats illness but also plays an important role in maintaining and promoting health among healthy individuals. He emphasized that continuous advancements and research in the healthcare sector have reinforced the need for collaboration among different systems of medicine.
Parmar expressed appreciation for Arogya Bharati’s efforts in bringing various medical disciplines onto a common platform to create new dimensions in healthcare delivery. He reiterated the Madhya Pradesh Government’s commitment to the development of all AYUSH systems, including homeopathy, and stressed that such initiatives should be organized regularly. He also congratulated Arogya Bharati on the successful conduct of this national-level workshop.
The inaugural session was graced by Dr Tarkeshwar Jain, Chairman of the National Commission for Homeopathy, New Delhi, as the distinguished guest. He highlighted that homeopathy is steadily evolving as a research-driven medical discipline. He noted that the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, is continuously working to strengthen the field through various schemes and opportunities for students and practitioners, thereby promoting quality education and research.
Dr Ashok Kumar Varshney, National Organising Secretary of Arogya Bharati and the keynote speaker of the event, introduced the organization and informed the audience that Arogya Bharati currently conducts health-related activities in nearly 92 percent of India’s districts. He emphasised the growing need for an integrated healthcare model in which different systems of medicine contribute their unique strengths and specialties to provide better patient care.
Dr Sanjay Mishra, Deputy Secretary, Government of Madhya Pradesh, spoke about various AYUSH initiatives being implemented by the state government and reiterated its commitment to making AYUSH healthcare accessible to every section of society.
During the technical sessions, several eminent experts shared their insights on diverse aspects of homeopathy. Dr Shishir Singh, Professor at the National Institute of Homeopathy, Kolkata, delivered a detailed presentation on the role of homeopathy in supporting child development within an integrated healthcare framework. SB Dangayach from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, highlighted the contribution of homeopathy to public health.
Dr Rajat Chattopadhyay from the National Commission for Homeopathy, New Delhi, shared his perspectives on the role of homeopathy in an integrated healthcare system. Dr Girish Gupta of Lucknow emphasized the importance of research and evidence-based homeopathic practice. Dr BS Johri from Delhi elaborated on the concept and significance of Garbha Sanskar through homeopathy.
Additionally, Dr Shivang Swaminarayan and Dr Bhaskar Bhatt from Ahmedabad discussed the theme “Development and Future of Homeopathy,” highlighting both the opportunities and challenges facing the discipline in the years ahead.
The day-long national event featured extensive interactions between experts and participants, research-based presentations, and the exchange of professional experiences. The workshop reinforced the message that sustained efforts toward coordination and collaboration among different systems of medicine are essential for delivering more effective healthcare services.
According to the organisers, the “Amritam” workshop played a significant role in enhancing awareness about homeopathy, encouraging research, and strengthening the concept of an integrated healthcare system.
