DAHD Pushes Ayurveda-Based Vet Care for Sustainable Livestock Health
Ayush and DAHD are promoting Ayurveda-based veterinary care as a natural way to reduce antibiotic use and fight resistance in livestock.
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying organized a virtual awareness programme on Ethno Veterinary Medicine (EVM) for livestock farmers on 23rd September 2025 through the Common Service Centres (CSC) network. The programme marked the 10th Ayurveda Day, celebrated this year on the theme “Ayurveda for People and Planet.”
Chaired by Naresh Pal Gangwar, Secretary, DAHD, the event connected livestock farmers from over 2,000 CSC centres across 23 States/UTs, with participation of more than one lakh farmers.
Speaking on the occasion, Naresh Pal Gangwar emphasized the importance of integrating Ayurveda with modern veterinary practices to promote sustainable livestock health management. Highlighting the growing challenge of antibiotic resistance, he underscored the role of Ethno Veterinary Medicine as a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative. He also interacted with farmers to understand their access to veterinary services and awareness about adopting EVM for curing animal diseases.
Varsha Joshi, Additional Secretary, DAHD, in her address, focused on the use of EVM in treating bovine mastitis. She highlighted its potential in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by reducing dependence on synthetic antibiotics and promoting natural, traditional remedies. Stressing its economic benefits, she said adoption of herbal treatments often lowers the risk of overusing antibiotics, a major driver of AMR.
The programme formed part of the 10th Ayurveda Day celebrations and featured expert sessions on Ayurveda-based veterinary practices. It is aligned with DAHD’s efforts to promote sustainable use of EVM and provide livestock farmers with affordable and effective solutions for disease management.
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