Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala will host the Fifth (5th) edition of the Global Ayurveda Festival (GAF 2023) from 1st December to 5 December 2023.
* The event is being organized by the Center for Innovation in Science and Social Action (CISSA) in collaboration with the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of Kerala and several Ayurveda associations.
* Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs,V Muraleedharan is thechairman of the organizing committee of the event.
* The event will focus on showcasing the potential of Ayurveda in addressing the health challenges of the present day world and setting up a platform for global networking of Ayurveda practitioners and stakeholders.
* The theme of GAF 2023 is "Emerging Challenges in Healthcare and a Resurgent Ayurveda".
* Top scientists including Nobel laureates and 7,500 delegates from 75 countries are expected to participate in the event.
* The event will also explore how to effectively present Ayurveda in the tourism sector, which can contribute immensely to the development of Kerala.
Grand Kerala Ayurveda Fair :
* GAF working chairman G.G. Gangadharan said the conclave will explore possibilities of increasing investments, export and trade in the Ayurveda sector with the support of industry associations.
* A major highlight will be the Arogya Expo featuring around 500 stalls that will bring together businesses, organisations and other institutions from across the globe to showcase their products. As a prelude of GAF 2023, Grand Kerala Ayurveda Fair will be held in all districts from November 1 to 30.
About Global Ayurveda Festival :
* The Global Ayurveda Festival (GAF) is a biennial event that aims to showcase the potential of Ayurveda as a holistic system of medicine.
* The festival provides a platform for global networking of Ayurveda practitioners and stakeholders.
* The festival includes presentations of research papers, poster sessions, and exhibitions of Ayurvedic medicines, herbal products, and wellness services..
Source : The Hindu