In the Union Budget 2026–27, the government announced a focused push to strengthen the AYUSH sector by proposing a new scheme to help states set up five regional medical hubs across the country.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also proposed the establishment of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda. The regional hubs will integrate AYUSH treatment centres with modern diagnostic facilities and post-treatment rehabilitation services, ensuring comprehensive and holistic healthcare.
The initiative is expected to create employment opportunities for doctors and allied healthcare professionals, while strengthening regional healthcare infrastructure and promoting traditional systems of medicine.