National 19 October 2026
AIIA Marks Its 10th Foundation Day with Two MoUs, Major Academic Publications and Digital Launches
Why in the News?
The three-day International Conference on Kaumarabhritya, **KAUMARACON 2026**, organized by the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, concluded successfully. The concluding day coincided with the Institute’s **10th Foundation Day**, celebrating a decade of excellence in Ayurveda education, research, clinical care, and global collaboration.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Global Deliberations: The event featured global experts from countries like the UK, Sri Lanka, Germany, Nepal, Australia, and the US discussing Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) in paediatric healthcare.
- Strategic MoUs Signed: A major highlight of the Foundation Day ceremony was the signing of two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between AIIA and **Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth (RAV)**, and between AIIA and **Arogya Bharati**, aimed at strengthening institutional cooperation.
- Major Digital and Academic Launches: Over 15 academic publications and digital assets were unveiled, including:
- The new Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM)-compliant website.
- The e-course *Foundations of Entrepreneurship & Startup Development for Ayush Professionals (FESDAP)*.
- *A Textbook of Research Methodology and Medical Statistics*.
- The commemorative eBook *Rooted and Rising: Journey of All India Institute of Ayurveda*.
- Dignitaries: Shri Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), graced the event as Chief Guest, alongside Padma Bhushan Vaidya Devendra Triguna Ji and other eminent medical experts.
Static GK Facts:
- All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA): Established in 2016 in New Delhi as an apex autonomous institute under the Ministry of Ayush.
- Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth (RAV): An autonomous organization under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, promoting traditional Ayurvedic education.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Which institution celebrated its 10th Foundation Day alongside the conclusion of KAUMARACON 2026?
A: All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi
Q: With which two organizations did AIIA sign MoUs during its 10th Foundation Day event?
A: Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth (RAV) and Arogya Bharati
Q: What is the name of the new e-course launched by AIIA for Ayush professionals focused on entrepreneurship?
A: FESDAP (Foundations of Entrepreneurship & Startup Development for Ayush Professionals)
Q: Under which Union Ministry does the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) operate?
A: Ministry of Ayush
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