Bhubaneswar: The Ayurvedic system of medicine is an integral part of the age-old Shree Jagannath culture, according to Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Home, Forest, Environment and Climate Change, Shri Satyabrat Sahu.

Inaugurating the 18th State Level Kalinga Herbal Fair – 2025-26, Shri Sahu highlighted that the system is closely associated with Odia culture and tradition. He noted that like Kerala, Odisha has ample opportunities for Ayurvedic treatment due to its continuous forest growth. To capitalise on this, the State Government is taking various steps through the Odisha State Medicinal Plant Board (SMPB).

ACS Shri Sahu emphasised the need for public cooperation and awareness, stressing that Ayurvedic treatment has no side-effects. He also pointed out that Odisha is a storehouse of

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