The 8th International Ayurveda Congress took place in Pune, India, on 1–2 February 2025, organized and hosted by Dr D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, in collaboration with:

• All India Ayurvedic Congress, New Delhi
• International Academy of Ayurved, Pune
• International Maharishi AyurVeda Foundation

Under the theme “Ayurveda – The Science of Wholeness of Life: Evidence-Based Scientific Solutions,” this prestigious gathering brought together 1,350 delegates from over 20 countries, including leading research scientists, doctors, and scholars.

With the backing of the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, the Congress served as a dynamic forum for exchanging knowledge on the integration of Ayurveda and Western medicine. Experts presented cutting-edge research on disease prevention, longevity, and holistic health solutions, reinforcing Ayurveda’s relevance in modern healthcare.

The event was graced by the esteemed Chief Guest of Honour, His Excellency Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Honourable Minister of State (Independent Charge) Ministry of AYUSH and Minister of State of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.

As Chief Patrons of the Congress, Dr Tony Nader, MD, PhD, MARR, President of Maharishi International University and Head of the Transcendental Meditation organizations worldwide, Dr P. D. Patil, Chancellor of Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pune, and Padma Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, New Delhi, graced the occasion with their esteemed presence.

During the Congress, a special convocation ceremony was held to confer the honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Honoris Causa) degree upon Dr Tony Nader in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field.

The spirit of collaboration, groundbreaking insights, and shared commitment to holistic health reaffirmed Ayurveda’s expanding global impact—bridging tradition and modern science for the well-being of all.

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