Andhra Pradesh Govt to Implement Reforms in AYUSH Sector for Quality Enhancement

The Andhra Pradesh State Government, led by Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav, is introducing significant reforms in the AYUSH sector to improve healthcare quality and curb the distribution of fake drugs. Following the Governor’s approval of the Andhra Pradesh Allopathic Private Medical Care Establishments (Registration and Regulation) (Amendment) Act, 2026, new guidelines will be implemented soon. The government has constituted three committees—expert, stakeholders, and technical—to draft these regulations by the end of May 2026. These bodies will consult with experts and the public, while also studying best practices from Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. A key component of the reform is mandatory registration for all AYUSH clinics and hospitals, aimed at eliminating unqualified practitioners. The Minister emphasized that these measures will strengthen the regulatory framework for traditional medicine systems, including Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Siddha, Unani, and Naturopathy. Additionally, the state plans to establish integrated hospitals and AYUSH medical colleges in the government sector, striving to bring AYUSH services on par with allopathic medicine. This initiative marks a new phase in AYUSH development, supported by the Union government, ensuring safer and more standardized traditional healthcare services for the public.