Sixth International Conference ‘Kshamatvam–2026’ inaugurated at SDM, Udupi
Coastal Talk News | Udupi
The sixth international conference ‘Kshamatvam–2026’, organised by Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Ayurveda College, Hospital and Research Centre, Udupi, focusing on “Translational Ayurveda in Autoimmune Disorders: Bridging Classical Knowledge with Global Healthcare,” was inaugurated at the Bhavaprakasha Auditorium on Wednesday.
The conference aims at exploring the scientific potential of Ayurveda in the management of autoimmune disorders and to bridge classical Ayurvedic knowledge with contemporary immunology, medical research and global healthcare practices.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Manisha Upendra Kothekar, President, National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), emphasised the need to integrate the rich classical knowledge of Ayurveda with modern scientific research and global healthcare practices in addressing autoimmune disorders.
Dr. Kaustubh Upadhyay, Ayurveda Advisor, Ministry of Ayush, Government of India; Dr. Sunil Panwar, IFS, Commissioner, Department of Ayush, Government of Karnataka; and Dr. Anita Karilievio Arcas, President, Ayurveda Russia–India Association, were present on the occasion.
The programme was presided over by Prof. Dr. Prasanna N. Rao, Director, SDM Ayurveda Institutions. In his presidential address, he described Kshamatvam–2026 as a global initiative, noting that experts, researchers and participants from different parts of the world had gathered to participate in the conference. He highlighted the importance of creating international platforms for dialogue, collaboration and knowledge exchange in Ayurveda.
Dr. Mamatha K.V., Chief Organising Secretary and Principal, SDM Ayurveda College, Hospital and Research Centre, Udupi, welcomed the gathering and delivered the introductory remarks. The dignitaries formally inaugurated the conference by lighting the traditional lamp.
A message from Padma Vibhushan Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade was read out on the occasion. In his message, he expressed happiness over the organisation of Kshamatvam–2026 and emphasised the importance of integrating classical Ayurvedic knowledge with global healthcare through translational research. He also highlighted the extensive healthcare, education and research network of SDM and its contribution to taking Ayurveda to a global platform.
