309 traditional Vaidyas from Chhattisgarh have received certificates, with a target of 1,000 by 2027.
Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap said – it is important to preserve the medicinal knowledge passed down from generations, emphasis on planting medicinal plants in villages.
Raipur. In Chhattisgarh, 309 traditional healers from six districts were awarded certificates to preserve traditional medical practices and medicinal knowledge. Forest and Climate Change Minister Kedar Kashyap presented the certificates to the healers at a program organized by the Chhattisgarh Tribal Local Health Traditions and Medicinal Plants Board in Kondagaon.
The board aims to provide voluntary certification to 1,000 traditional healers in the state by March 31, 2027. The aim of this initiative is to recognize the knowledge associated with traditional medical practices and preserve it for future generations.
Medicinal knowledge will be documented
Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap said that the knowledge of traditional healers is an invaluable heritage of Chhattisgarh. It is based on the identification of medicinal plants and the experiences of generations. It is essential to systematically document this knowledge so that future generations can benefit from it.
He directed officials to encourage the planting of medicinal plants on available panchayat land, in backyards, and other suitable locations. He said that under the guidance of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, the government is committed to the preservation of traditional medical practices and forest medicines.
Forest products will increase employment opportunities
Kashyap said that better branding, processing, and marketing of local forest products, medicinal plants, and traditional foods can create new livelihood opportunities for rural communities. He emphasized the need for value addition to other forest products, including sal seeds.
He mentioned the nutritional importance of traditional grains like Kodo, Kutki and Ragi and called for promoting their use.
Kondagaon MLA and Bastar Development Authority Vice President Lata Usendi, Board Chairman Vikas Markam, Vice President Ajay Shukla along with public representatives, traditional doctors and officials of the concerned departments were present in the program.
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