Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director of the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR) in Leh, has been conferred the prestigious 'Wellness Visionary Award' for Holistic Healing by Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The award was presented during the 3rd International Conference on Wellness held at the university from October 30 to November 1, 2026, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the field of traditional medicine and holistic healthcare.
The three-day international conference was inaugurated by Shri Satish Mahana, Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, with participation from eminent health professionals, academicians, and healthcare sector leaders. A total of 42 distinguished health professionals from across the country were honored for their outstanding contributions in their respective fields during the event.
Dr. Gurmet delivered a technical lecture on 'Significance of Sowa-Rigpa for Health and Wellness in Himalayan Regions' as a distinguished speaker, highlighting the relevance of the traditional Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine in promoting holistic health and wellness, particularly in the Himalayan regions. The conference provided an important international platform for showcasing the Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine and its rich traditional knowledge, with participants showing keen interest in understanding the fundamental principles, theories, and practices of this traditional healing system.
This recognition marks an important acknowledgement of Dr. Gurmet's contribution to the promotion and wider recognition of the Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine. The event was organized as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.
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