Context:
- 123 regular Ayush visas were issued.
- 221 e-Ayush visas and 17 e-Ayush attendant visas were issued till December 4, 2024.
Relevance: GS 2 (Health)
Ayush Visa:
- A separate category of Ayush Visa was introduced to facilitate foreign visitors seeking treatment under the Ayush system of medicine in India.
Four Sub-Categories:
- Ayush Visa: For those seeking therapeutic care and wellness treatment in accredited hospitals or wellness centers.
- Ayush Attendant Visa: For an attendant accompanying a foreigner on an Ayush Visa.
- e-Ayush Visa: An online visa option for Ayush treatment seekers.
- e-Ayush Attendant Visa: An online visa for attendants accompanying patients on e-Ayush Visas.
- These visas are aimed at promoting the Ayush system of medicine to international patients.
