President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | July 2025 – In a landmark move to strengthen traditional Indian healthcare systems, President Droupadi Murmu today officially inaugurated the Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. This newly established university is set to become a premier center for learning, innovation, and medical services in the fields of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy (AYUSH).
Named after the revered spiritual icon Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath, the institution aims to enhance the role of traditional healing practices in modern healthcare. The inauguration marks a significant step forward in the government’s broader efforts to promote the value of indigenous medical systems and integrate them into the national health framework.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Murmu noted the growing international acceptance of AYUSH practices and their potential in promoting wellness, disease prevention, and natural healing. She emphasized the importance of research and scientific validation to further elevate the credibility and effectiveness of these time-tested methods. The President also praised the Uttar Pradesh government for its initiative in establishing a dedicated AYUSH university that will shape the next generation of skilled practitioners.
The university is set to offer comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs across all AYUSH disciplines. Alongside academic training, it will prioritize cutting-edge research and innovation, creating a bridge between traditional knowledge and modern science. The institution is also expected to attract scholars and students from across India, nurturing a dynamic academic community focused on the evolution of natural and holistic healthcare.
This initiative reflects the central government’s commitment to reviving and mainstreaming AYUSH as a core component of India’s healthcare ecosystem. The integration of traditional medicine with allopathic systems is seen as a strategy to provide affordable, inclusive, and culturally rooted health services to the masses.
The inauguration of the Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University marks a significant milestone in this journey—serving not just as an educational institution, but also as a symbol of India’s rich medicinal heritage and future vision for holistic wellness.
