Ayurveda key to healing: Shri Krishna University VC

Vice-Chancellor of Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Prof Vaidya Kartar Singh Dhiman, said scriptures and patients are the two greatest teachers of a Vaidya.

He made the remarks as the chief guest at the state-level “Ayurvaidya Samvad” one-day CME programme, organised by the Ayush Department at the university auditorium on Wednesday.

“Every word in the ancient Ayurvedic texts is based on deep experience and holds timeless relevance,” Prof Dhiman said. “A true Vaidya restores a patient’s health not merely through medicines but also through appropriate diet, lifestyle guidance and ethical counselling. Even today, many people worldwide are achieving health simply by following disciplined routines and natural living.”

Addressing newly appointed Ayurvedic Medical Officers, Prof Dhiman highlighted that social respect and professional excellence come only through consistent hard work. “The first word of the Bhagavad Gita symbolises Purushartha — righteous effort. Karma is effort, and effort itself is Purushartha. Ayurveda is not just an academic discipline but a holistic lifestyle meant to be lived and applied for society’s

welfare.”

He said Vidya Bal, Charitra Bal, Niti Bal and Dharma Bal are the four pillars of a Vaidya’s life, achievable only through daily discipline, reflection and learning. “The world witnessed Ayurveda’s power during COVID-19, and global expectations from Ayurveda continue to rise,” he added.

Principal of IAS&R, Prof Ashish Mehta, said a successful Vaidya’s personality is shaped not only by knowledge but also by humility, compassion and ethical conduct. He urged medical officers to embrace continuous learning, discipline and sensitivity as essential to their professional journey and emphasised that a Vaidya must balance traditional wisdom with modern understanding to effectively serve the community.

The event saw the participation of Dr Chandan Dua, Nodal Officer of the Ayush Department, along with resource persons Dr Dileep Mishra, Dr Gopesh Mangal, Dr Shankar, Principal of Shri Dhanwantri Ayurvedic College, Chandigarh, Dr Atul Vashne from NCIISM, New Delhi, District Ayurvedic Officer Dr Manju, Dr Mohit Gupta, and several other experts.