Britain
The influence of Ayurveda medical system is increasing rapidly in Britain. Now preparations have begun to formally include Ayurveda in Britain’s National Health Scheme (NHS). An all-party committee has recommended Ayurveda as an effective and better medical system. This can prove to be a great news for Indian Ayurvedic doctors. 10 thousand Ayurvedic doctors will be recruited in Britain in the next five years. Additionally, the number of Ayurveda-related beauty, health and educational institutions in the UK is also expected to reach 500 in five years.
Growing interest in Britain regarding Ayurveda
People’s inclination towards Ayurveda is continuously increasing in Britain. At present there are about 100 institutions related to Ayurveda in Britain, but their number may increase to 500 in the next few years. This change is being seen especially in both government and private sectors, where work is being done to promote Ayurveda.
Recognition of Indian Ayurvedic Degree
Amarjeet Singh Brahma, head of Britain’s Ayurveda Center for Excellence (ACE), said that the process of including Ayurveda in the NHS can be completed soon. After this, applications can also be made for Ayurveda doctors from India, provided they obtain a degree in Ayurveda from government recognized institutions. This will benefit Ayurvedic doctors from India as they will be able to apply for jobs in Britain.
Growing popularity of Ayurveda
Six out of every 10 people in Britain have used Ayurveda at least once in their life. According to ACE report, searches related to Ayurveda on Google have increased by 380% in the last year. In Britain, most people are looking for Ayurveda for skin and hair care. After this, the use of Ayurveda was seen most for the treatment of stomach related diseases.
Increase in the number of students in British Ayurvedic College
The number of students taking Ayurvedic education in Britain has also increased rapidly. The number of students taking admission in the British College for Ayurveda has increased by 70% this year. Interestingly, among these students, after British students, French students are at second place and German students are at third place, who are coming to Britain to get Ayurvedic education.
In the end, let us tell you that the increasing popularity of Ayurveda in Britain and the formal recognition of this system by the government is opening up new employment opportunities for Indian Ayurvedic doctors. There is a possibility of recruitment of 10,000 Ayurvedic doctors in the next five years and the number of institutions related to Ayurveda is also expected to increase. This is a positive step for Indian Ayurveda and also indicates its global recognition.