Government Initiative for Conservation and Cultivation of Medicinal Plants
Government Initiative for Conservation and Cultivation of Medicinal Plants Background India has a rich heritage of medicinal plants, deeply rooted in traditional systems like Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani. However, increasing demand, overharvesting, and habitat loss have put many valuable plant species at risk. Recognizing this, the Government of India has taken significant steps to conserve and promote medicinal plant resources. Introduction The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) under the Ministry of Ayush is implementing a comprehensive scheme titled: 👉 “Central Sector Scheme for Conservation, Development and Sustainable Management of Medicinal Plants” This initiative aims to ensure sustainable availability of medicinal plants while also improving the livelihoods of farmers and forest communities. Objectives of the Initiative Promote conservation of rare and endangered medicinal plant species Encourage scientific cultivation and sustainable harvesting Strengthen supply cha...