Himachal to expand Panchkarma technician training

Seats increased from 36 to 252 across 12 Ayurvedic hospitals

Tribune News Service

Shimla, Updated At : 07:44 AM Nov 17, 2025 IST

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To boost wellness and medical tourism in the state, the government will expand training in traditional healing systems. The Department of AYUSH will introduce a one-year Panchkarma technician courses in 12 Ayurvedic hospitals across from the next academic session, increasing total seats from 36 to 252. Existing colleges at Paprola and Chhota Shimla will expand their intake to 36 and 24 students, respectively, while 12 new institutions — including district Ayurvedic hospitals in Bilaspur, Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Solan, Una and Nahan, as well as hospitals at Nalagarh, Dehra and Rampur —will offer 16 each. The initiative aims to develop skilled technicians, generate employment and position Himachal as a hub for wellness tourism.

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