Guest Lecture: Ayurveda and Yoga as India’s Soft Power Diplomacy through Wellness
🧘♂️ About the Event
India has long been a global beacon of wellness, balance, and consciousness — and Ayurveda and Yoga stand at the heart of this legacy.
This special lecture, “Ayurveda and Yoga as India’s Soft Power Diplomacy through Wellness,” will explore how these ancient sciences are transforming into instruments of peace, cultural diplomacy, and sustainable development across the world.
🗓 Date: 14th November 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: PDEA’s College of Ayurved & Research Centre, Nigdi, Pune
Join us as we reflect on how India’s wellness wisdom is shaping global health narratives and empowering individuals and nations alike.
🎙 Guest Speaker: Dr. Vikas Chothe
Dr. Vikas Chothe is a globally recognized Yoga expert, Ayurveda practitioner, and founder of Swasti Yoga Center, Pune.
He has represented India on international platforms through AYUSH and WHO initiatives, led yoga diplomacy programs across continents, and advocates for integrating yoga, sustainability, and global well-being.
Dr. Chothe’s work highlights how India’s Ayurveda and Yoga can serve as powerful tools for soft power diplomacy, promoting health, harmony, and cultural pride worldwide.
🌏 Why Attend?
- Understand India’s growing role in global wellness diplomacy
- Learn how Ayurveda and Yoga align with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Gain insights into career and research opportunities in the AYUSH and global wellness sector
- Celebrate India’s ancient wisdom and cultural identity with pride
🪔 Who Can Attend?
- Students and faculty of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Allied Sciences
- Wellness professionals and global health enthusiasts
- Anyone passionate about India’s cultural and spiritual diplomacy
🎫 Entry: Open to all students and faculty
(Seats are limited – early arrival recommended)
💫 Join us in rediscovering India’s timeless contribution to global wellness!
Organizer
The College of Ayurved and Research Centre (C.A.R.C.), established in 1990 under the Pune District Education Association (P.D.E.A.), is a leading institution dedicated to authentic Ayurvedic education and research. With consistently top-ranking results in B.A.M.S. and 100% success in postgraduate exams under Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, the college is known for its scientific teaching approach and personal mentorship. Supported by experienced M.D. (Ayurved) faculty, state-of-the-art research labs, and collaborations with I.D.R.L. Pune, C.A.R.C. offers an ideal blend of traditional wisdom and modern medical research. The institute also provides certified programs in Panchakarma, Ksharsutra, Nursing, and Cosmetics, making it a hub for holistic Ayurvedic learning and innovation.
Venue
The College of Ayurved and Research Centre is a premier institution committed to providing high-standard education in Ayurveda. Known for its academic excellence, the college has consistently achieved outstanding results in the B.A.M.S. examinations conducted by the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (M.U.H.S.), with students securing top ranks in six consecutive state-level exams. The postgraduate programs boast a remarkable 100% success rate, further reflecting the institution’s dedication to quality education.
