Question : Development of Ayurveda Cluster

Will the Minister of AYURVEDA, YOGA AND NATUROPATHY, UNANI, SIDDHA AND HOMOEOPATHY (AYUSH) be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government provides assistance for development of AYUSH/ Ayurveda clusters in the country and if so, the details thereof;

(b) the details of allocation of funds to AYUSH/Ayurveda clusters set up in the country, State/UT-wise during the last three years;

(c) whether any new proposal for setting up of these clusters in the country is pending with the Government for approval; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF STATE (IC) OF THE MINISTRY OF AYURVEDA,
YOGA & NATUROPATHY, UNANI, SIDDHA AND HOMOEOPATHY
(SHRI SHRIPAD YESSO NAIK)
(a): Ministry of AYUSH had implemented Central Sector Scheme for Development of AYUSH Clusters during 11th five year plan. However, this Scheme has since been closed w. e. f. from 01.04.2017 after a due examination of the status of the Scheme. Thus, at present the Government does not provide assistance for development of AYUSH/Ayurveda clusters in the country.

(b): Funds were allocated to complete on-going projects under Central Sector Scheme for Development of AYUSH Clusters during last three years with details as follows:

Year State Funds allotted
2016-17 NIL NIL
2017-18 Uttarakhand Rs.100.00 Lakhs
2018-19 Uttarakhand Rs.100.00 Lakhs

(c ) & (d): Does not arise as the Scheme has been closed.
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