The Meghalaya Government is likely to blend Ayurveda with the Khasi traditional healing system in a bid to promote health tourism in Meghalaya. As per the government, this initiative might do wonders in both health as well as tourism sector.

Recently, Health and Family Welfare Minister AL Hek informed that the Mebai Tribal Health and Wellness centre will soon be inaugurated, where one can experience this unique concept of Khasi traditional healing system and Ayurveda together. This region is rich in medicinal plants, therefore, starting such an initiative will add to the economy of the state. It is expected that this concept of holistic therapy would attract many to visit the state and experience something offbeat.

Further, the minister also informed that this initiative might witness growth in the coming years as Meghalaya has a considerable number of traditional healers, who are skilled in traditional healing system. He added that the government intends to promote this wellness initiative and Meghalaya like Kerala, which is popular for not only its scenic beauty but also for its traditional healing system.

There are also plans to build factories in Meghalaya so that the state can also start manufacturing medicines as till date traditional medicines are prepared by those traditional healers in their homes. Institutions will be opened to impart training to youths, who are keen to improve their skills and also be a part of the initiative.

It looks like, in the near future, we will have one more reason to visit this state in Northeast India.