Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, J P Nadda,  inaugurated the new campus of the School of Advanced Studies at Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA) in Bengaluru. Alongside the inauguration, he launched DIGI-Vyasa and Vyasa TV, marking a new phase in integrating traditional knowledge with modern education. The new campus focuses on Engineering, Computer Applications, and Management, blending technological advancements with holistic wellness through Yoga, Naturopathy, and Ayurveda under the tagline "Education Meets Industry."

Addressing the gathering, Shri Nadda emphasized the government's commitment to holistic healthcare under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He highlighted the integration of the AYUSH system with modern medicine, stating, "Our visionary Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has brought about a significant policy change in healthcare to ensure that the health system is holistic and comprehensive. The government is working to integrate the AYUSH system with modern medicine."

He elaborated on the collaborative approach in healthcare, where modern medicine practitioners and AYUSH professionals work together to provide comprehensive treatment. "A collaborative approach has been adopted, where modern medicine practitioners refer patients to AYUSH treatments when deemed beneficial, and AYUSH practitioners direct cases requiring modern medical interventions. This synergy is actively implemented, fostering integrated care and delivering promising outcomes," he said.

Nadda also underscored the global recognition of AYUSH, citing the establishment of the WHO-recognized Global Traditional Medicine Centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. "The Ministry of AYUSH has established collaborations with 103 countries, and it is noteworthy that the World Health Organization (WHO) has initiated a Global Traditional Medicine Centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This centre, recognized by the WHO, is set to be the world's hub for traditional medicine studies and innovations."

Further emphasizing the integration of AYUSH with modern science, he pointed out significant developments such as the 600-bedded Arogya Dham and the virtual inauguration of the Central Research Institute of Yoga and Naturopathy (CRIYN) in Jhajjar, Haryana. He also acknowledged the National Institute of Naturopathy in Pune as a crucial step towards mainstreaming Yoga and Naturopathy.

Highlighting the growing credibility of AYUSH in the global healthcare landscape, he stated, "AYUSH is no longer confined to traditional medicine alone; it is now advancing alongside modern science. With comprehensive documentation and the publication of research papers in reputed modern medical journals, AYUSH is steadily gaining credibility and wider acceptance within the global healthcare system."

He lauded S-VYASA’s contribution to research, particularly through its dedicated research centre, Anvesana, which has published over 1,000 research papers in leading international journals. "The efforts of S-VYASA are in line with this approach as Anvesana, the dedicated research centre established by S-VYASA, has contributed over 1,000 research papers that have been acclaimed and published in leading international journals, earning widespread global recognition."

Shri Nadda also highlighted the establishment of Centres of Excellence in AYUSH research, which actively collaborate with institutions such as AIIMS, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), the Department of Science and Technology, the Department of Biotechnology, and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

Recognizing the significance of the institution, he stated, "S-VYASA is imparting education and bringing modern science along with age-old traditional knowledge." He commemorated the founders and contributors of S-VYASA for their dedication to its vision.

The event was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Maha Swamiji, Dr. HR Nagendra, founder vice chancellor of S-VYASA, Ministers of State Shri V Somanna and Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, Shri Tejasvi Surya, Member of Parliament, Shri Shripad Naik, Member of Karnataka Legislative Assembly, R Ashoka, Prof. TG Sitharam, chairman, AICTE, and Kris Gopalakrishnan, co-founder of Infosys.