Shatavari: For Better Health
Context
The Ministry of Ayush launched a species-specific awareness campaign, “Shatavari—For Better Health,” to highlight the medicinal benefits of Shatavari, particularly for women’s health.
- The initiative aligns with India’s Panch Pran Goal for holistic well-being and development by 2047.
Relevance:
GS-02 (Government policies and interventions)
Key Highlights of the Program
- Objective: Promote the health benefits of Shatavari, especially for women’s health and immunity.
- Previous Campaigns: Similar initiatives were conducted for Amla, Moringa, Giloe, and Ashwagandha.
- Government Support: ₹18.9 lakh allocated to eligible organisations for awareness and cultivation.
- Implementation: Part of the Central Sector Scheme for the conservation and sustainable management of medicinal plants.
- Economic Potential: Encourages agro-economic growth by integrating medicinal plants into mainstream agriculture.
- This initiative reinforces India’s push for traditional medicine and holistic health.
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