Traditional medicine is practiced in 170 of 194 WHO member-states, serving as primary health care for billions.
The global traditional medicine market is projected to reach $583 billion by 2025, with annual growth between 10% and 20%.
India exports AYUSH and herbal products worth $1.54 billion to more than 150 countries, with Ayurveda recognised as a medical system in several nations.
The National Sample Survey (2022–23) showed 95% rural and 96% urban awareness of AYUSH, with over half the population using it in the preceding year.
India has signed 25 bilateral AYUSH agreements and set up 43 AYUSH Information Cells in 39 countries and 15 academic chairs abroad.