Save Medicinal Plants Now or Risk Our Future, Stresses National Medicinal Plants Board CEO
Dr. Mahesh Kumar Dadhich, Chief Executive Officer of the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, delivered a compelling message to young researchers and students regarding the critical importance of preserving medicinal plant heritage: "Every vegetable and fruit we consume has medicinal value. If we do not conserve medicinal plants today, we may compromise our health and...
Dr. Mahesh Kumar Dadhich, Chief Executive Officer of the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, delivered a compelling message to young researchers and students regarding the critical importance of preserving medicinal plant heritage:
"Every vegetable and fruit we consume has medicinal value. If we do not conserve medicinal plants today, we may compromise our health and nutrition tomorrow. Our body is natural, and nature provides the natural substances necessary to sustain it."
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Preserving plant heritage for community well-being
Speaking at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) at the inauguration of the Medicinal Garden 'Eden of Elixirs', he stressed the urgency of conservation and encouraged community participation to safeguard these vital natural resources for future generations. This unique garden is established by the Manav Rachna Centre for Medicinal Plant Pathology (MRCMPP) with support from the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
Dr. Nidhi Didwania, Director, MRCMPP and Principal Investigator of the project, further emphasized the educational significance of the garden:
"Eden of Elixirs is not just a medicinal garden, but it is a shining example of the values of student centricity, inclusivity, excellence, and integrity because students are a part of this journey throughout. It's a living lab where students, researchers, and communities connect with nature, explore bioactive compounds, and contribute to the global conversation on sustainable healthcare."
