CISF Signs MoU with Ministry of Ayush for Holistic Health and Wellness Programs
New Delhi, March 19, 2026: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and the Ministry of Ayush today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote holistic health and wellness among CISF personnel. The agreement was signed by Dr. A. Raghu, Adviser (Ayurveda), Ministry of Ayush, and Smt. Pratibha Agarwal, Inspector General (Administration), CISF Headquarters, New Delhi.
The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials including Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, and Shri Praveer Ranjan, IPS, Director General, CISF.
Focus Areas of the Collaboration
The initiative aims to enhance preventive healthcare, stress management, immunity, and lifestyle improvement, particularly for personnel deployed in strenuous and high-demand operations. Key activities under the MoU include:
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Yoga sessions for physical and mental well-being
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Wellness programs across CISF units
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Stress management interventions and mental health support
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Ayush consultations including Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani therapies
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Panchakarma therapies for detoxification and health promotion
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Awareness campaigns on lifestyle improvement and immunity enhancement
The Ministry of Ayush will provide technical expertise, training modules, and trained personnel, ensuring that camps, workshops, and wellness programs reach all CISF units across India.
Significance for CISF Personnel
This partnership reflects a growing focus on integrated healthcare and preventive wellness for personnel tasked with critical security responsibilities. By combining Ayush expertise with structured wellness programs, the initiative aims to improve physical fitness, mental resilience, and overall quality of life for CISF officers and staff.