{"id":18961,"date":"2026-02-07T11:50:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T06:20:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=18961"},"modified":"2026-02-07T11:50:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T06:20:33","slug":"experts-at-national-conference-on-naturopathy-2026-highlight-integrative-healthcare-through-yoga-samyog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=18961","title":{"rendered":"Experts at National Conference on Naturopathy\u20132026 highlight Integrative Healthcare through \u201cYoga Samyog\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"text-center event-heading-background\">\n<h2 id=\"Titleh2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Experts at National Conference on Naturopathy\u20132026 highlight Integrative Healthcare through \u201cYoga Samyog\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"Subtitleh3\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"PrDateTime\" class=\"ReleaseDateSubHeaddateTime text-center pt20\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Posted On: 06 FEB 2026 9:25PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"pt20\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Eminent experts and researchers at the National Conference on Naturopathy\u20132026, held on 5\u20136 February 2026, emphasised the importance of evidence-based integration of Yoga and Naturopathy in preventive, promotive, and rehabilitative healthcare. The conference was jointly organised by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) and the Central Council for Research in Yoga &amp; Naturopathy (CCRYN) under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>The main theme of the conference was \u201cYoga and Naturopathy for a Stronger and Healthier You,\u201d while the sub-theme \u201cSamYog\u201d\u00a0aims to create a shared knowledge base for public health interventions through integration of Ayush systems with modern medicine.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>In a video message, Hon\u2019ble Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, stated that improved health outcomes have been achieved through the integration of Ayush practices. He reiterated the Ministry\u2019s commitment to promoting research in traditional systems of medicine and enhancing public awareness.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>The inaugural session was presided over by Ms. Monalisa Dash, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush. In her address, she stated that Yoga and Naturopathy complement each other and expressed pride in the phenomenal success of the International Day of Yoga, which has been celebrated in 190 countries in 2026. Referring to \u201cVasudhaiva Kutumbakam\u201d as the core philosophy of Indian culture, she emphasised the need for a sustainable, integrative healthcare system.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>The academic segment titled \u201cYog Samyog\u201d was centred on the theme \u201cYoga Research: Past, Present &amp; Future.\u201d The sessions brought together leading experts to deliberate on scientific developments in Yoga.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>First Session, chaired by Prof. (Dr.) Kashinath Samagandi, Director, MDNIY featured a keynote address by Dr. Vishwas Mandalik, Director, Yoga Vidya Gurukul, Nashik, Maharashtra, on Yoga Nidra as Psychotherapy. Through examples, he illustrated the benefits of Yoga Nidra for health issues such as obesity, spinal disorders, and insomnia.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>In his address, Dr. Satish D. Pathak, Assistant Director of Scientific Research at Kaivalyadhama, referring to his Yoga research findings conducted at Kaivalyadhama, stated that diabetes is a rapidly increasing lifestyle disorder that can be managed effectively\u00a0through early diagnosis, balanced lifestyle practices, Yoga, and natural therapies.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>The event was graced by Shri Amarendra Singh, Director (Yoga &amp; Naturopathy), Ministry of Ayush, and Additional In-Charge Director, National Institute of Naturopathy (NIN), Pune. He highlighted the role of research, education, and public outreach in strengthening the scientific foundation of Yoga and Naturopathy and ensuring their wider acceptance.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Second session featured a special keynote lecture by Dr. Ramesh Bijlani, Former Professor, Department of Physiology, AIIMS, New Delhi, on impactful Yoga research for healthcare. He highlighted the need for continuous, robust, and scientifically validated research to further strengthen Yoga\u2019s credibility and applicability.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Third session, chaired by Dr. Jagdish Prasad, included research presentations on women\u2019s health, lifestyle disorders, advancements in Yoga therapy, and the neuro-physiological aspects of meditation and sleep, reflecting the growing integration of Yoga with modern medical science.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>The session also included presentations by Dr. Sudha Prasad, Former Professor, Department of Obstetrics &amp; Gynaecology, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi; Prof. Asha Gandhi, Former Professor and Head, Department of Physiology, Lady Harding Medical College, New Delhi; Prof. (Dr.) Rudra Bhandari, Principal, Faculty of Yogic Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun; and Dr. Ravindra P. N., Additional Professor, Department of Neurophysiology, NIMHANS, Bengaluru.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>At the valedictory session, Prof. (Dr.) Kashinath Samagandi expressed his sincere gratitude to all participants and speakers for their valuable contributions and support in making the conference a success. The discussions during the plenary sessions emphasised evidence-based practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the need for structured integration of Yoga with Naturopathy to strengthen healthcare delivery.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Overall, the National Conference on Naturopathy\u20132026 successfully facilitated knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and collaborative engagement, reaffirming the Government of India\u2019s vision of promoting integrative healthcare systems for a healthier and more sustainable future.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/image001N8AV.jpg\" alt=\"Description: C:\\Users\\Sarita\\Downloads\\627535135_1201271945426260_8872176822189606496_n.jpg\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/image002K3BB.jpg\" alt=\"Description: C:\\Users\\Sarita\\Downloads\\627678928_1201265118760276_1716614577224591076_n.jpg\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/image003JS1K.jpg\" alt=\"Description: C:\\Users\\Sarita\\Downloads\\625842708_1201165878770200_3162902261836642484_n.jpg\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experts at National Conference on Naturopathy\u20132026 highlight Integrative Healthcare through \u201cYoga Samyog\u201d Posted On: 06 FEB 2026 9:25PM by PIB Delhi Eminent experts and researchers at the National Conference on Naturopathy\u20132026, held on 5\u20136 February 2026, emphasised the importance of evidence-based integration of Yoga and Naturopathy in preventive, promotive, and rehabilitative healthcare. 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