The Ministry of Ayush has inaugurated “Prayas”, an Integrated Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa, on the occasion of the 10th Ayurveda Day. The Centre was formally unveiled by Union Minister of State (IC), Ministry of Ayush and Union Minister of State, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, in the presence of Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State for Power & New & Renewable Energy, senior officials of the Ministry, and AIIA Goa faculty members.
“Prayas” is one of the first-of-its-kind multi-disciplinary facilities in the country, integrating Ayurveda, Physiotherapy, Yoga, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and modern Paediatrics under a single roof. The Centre has been designed to provide holistic, patient-centred neuro-rehabilitation, with a special focus on children with neurological and developmental conditions.
Highlighting the Ministry’s vision, Shri Prataprao Jadhav said:
“The Ministry of Ayush is committed to creating centres of excellence that synergise traditional wisdom with modern medicine. 'Prayas' is a model of integrative rehabilitation, offering not just treatment but renewed quality of life and hope for patients and their families.”
Sharing his views, Shri Shripad Yesso Naik emphasised the importance of rehabilitation in managing neurological and developmental disorders:
“The innovative model adopted at AIIA Goa will provide new hope for countless families navigating complex health challenges.”
Speaking on the institution’s vision, Prof. P.K. Prajapati, Director, AIIA, noted:
“The launch of 'Prayas' reflects AIIA’s vision to pioneer innovative integrative models that address complex healthcare challenges. By combining Ayurveda, Yoga, and modern rehabilitation sciences, we aim to create evidence-based solutions that enhance paediatric neuro care and set new benchmarks in holistic healing.”
Adding to this, Prof. Sujata Kadam, Dean, AIIA Goa, remarked:
“With 'Prayas', AIIA Goa takes a significant step in delivering integrative, patient-centred neuro rehabilitation. Our focus is on providing comprehensive care to children with developmental and neurological challenges, while also contributing to research and training that will shape the future of Ayush-based innovations in healthcare.”
The inauguration was attended by senior dignitaries including the Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Director AIIA, Dean and Associate Dean of AIIA Goa, as well as faculty from the Kaumarbhritya (Paediatrics) Department – Dr. Sumeet Goel, Dr. Rahul Ghuse, Dr. Samruddhi, Dr. Diksha, Dr. Shalini, Ms. Nelisha, Ms. Shefali, and Ms. Janice.
With this landmark initiative, the Ministry of Ayush reinforces its commitment to integrated healthcare, blending traditional knowledge with modern practices in line with India’s National Health Policy and global best practices.
“Prayas” is not just a centre—it is a promise of care, compassion, and comprehensive healing.