Pune Ayurvedacharya Honored at World Ayurveda Health Summit
International Ayurveda Ratna Award Presentation
The Second World Ayurveda Health Summit recently took place at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru, where esteemed Pune-based Ayurvedacharya Dr. Harish Patankar received the distinguished International Ayurveda Ratna Award. This accolade was presented by the well-known actor and theatre director, Prakash Belawadi.
Summit Overview
Hosted by the Prashanti Ayurved Center, the summit received support from the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and the Department of Ayush, Government of Karnataka. The event aimed to elevate Ayurveda on a global stage while fostering dialogue between traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and contemporary healthcare systems.
Participation and Activities
The summit witnessed participation from over 8,000 registered delegates, including Ayurvedic practitioners, researchers, academicians, students, policymakers, and industry professionals from India and abroad, making it one of the largest international assemblies dedicated to Ayurveda, as reported by TOI.
The program included scientific sessions, panel discussions, keynote lectures, research presentations, and interactive forums, covering key themes such as evidence-based Ayurveda, integrative medicine, preventive healthcare, and the global significance of India’s traditional knowledge systems.
Acknowledgment of Dr. Patankar’s Contributions
Dr. Patankar was honored for his extensive contributions to Ayurvedic clinical practice, research, and education over several decades. He has been instrumental in promoting authentic Ayurvedic practices both nationally and internationally. During the summit, he delivered a well-received lecture on the practical application of classical Ayurvedic principles in modern clinical settings.
Dr. Patankar’s Gratitude
Upon receiving the award, Dr. Patankar expressed his heartfelt gratitude, dedicating the honor to his teachers and mentors, including Dr. Sameer Jamadagni, Dr. Gopakumar, and his Sadguru, Shri Anandnath Maharaj. He also recognized the vital support from his students, patients, family, friends, well-wishers, and followers, emphasizing their encouragement as crucial to his professional journey.
Additional Recognition in Healthcare
In related news, Medic Helpline previously reported that the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has achieved the gold award from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as the country’s Best Health Technology Assessment (HTA) institution for the second consecutive year.