Leh, Jun 29: In a remote stretch of Ladakh’s Nubra Valley, the Directorate of AYUSH has wrapped up a three-day health outreach program that brought ancient healing traditions directly to the doorsteps of villagers in Tangyer, Digger, and Khema. Held from June 24 to 26 under the AYUSH GRAM 2025 campaign, the initiative aimed to strengthen community wellness through Sowa Rigpa and Yoga-based care.
Over 200 residents took part in the health camps, where more than 100 free consultations were offered. The outreach integrated traditional therapies, yoga practice, and education on preventive care using local plant-based remedies. Conducted by a team of eight professionals from the National AYUSH Mission and the State Medicinal Plants Board, UT Ladakh, the camps emphasized accessible healthcare rooted in local traditions.
In Tangyer, villagers joined yoga sessions and were given mats to continue practice at home. Conversations with village elders led to action plans focused on protecting native medicinal flora such as Pallu Mentok, Konyot, and Skotse. Proposals included marking cultivation areas and discouraging unsustainable harvesting.
Digger and Khema witnessed high levels of community engagement. In Digger, attention turned to joint and respiratory ailments, while villagers were encouraged to grow medicinal herbs in their home gardens. The efforts fostered local responsibility and knowledge-sharing, resulting in the creation of a village-level committee to maintain momentum.
This outreach reflects a growing interest in healthcare that blends tradition with sustainability. With its deep cultural grounding and hands-on community involvement, the initiative offered a model for rural health that values both heritage and practical wellness.
