{"id":36811,"date":"2025-08-08T16:11:21","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T10:41:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=36811"},"modified":"2025-08-08T16:11:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T10:41:25","slug":"who-herbal-medicine-workshop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/","title":{"rendered":"WHO Herbal Medicine Workshop 2025 in India: Ayush Leads Global Regulation Efforts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#WHO_Herbal_Medicine_Workshop_2025_hosted_by_India_in_Ghaziabad_focuses_on_safety_and_regulation_of_traditional_medicines_Led_by_the_Ministry_of_Ayush_and_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_the_event_enhances_global_collaboration_and_pharmacovigilance_practices\" >WHO Herbal Medicine Workshop 2025 hosted by India in Ghaziabad focuses on safety and regulation of traditional medicines. Led by the Ministry of Ayush and WHO\u2013IRCH, the event enhances global collaboration and pharmacovigilance practices.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#India_to_Host_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_Workshop_on_Herbal_Medicine_Safety_and_Regulations\" >India to Host WHO\u2013IRCH Workshop on Herbal Medicine Safety and Regulations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Global_Technical_Workshop_for_Herbal_Medicine_Regulation\" >Global Technical Workshop for Herbal Medicine Regulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Distinguished_Inauguration_and_International_Participation\" >Distinguished Inauguration and International Participation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Core_Objectives_and_Technical_Sessions\" >Core Objectives and Technical Sessions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Hands-On_Training_and_Pharmacovigilance_Launch\" >Hands-On Training and Pharmacovigilance Launch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Exposure_to_Indias_Integrative_Health_Infrastructure\" >Exposure to India\u2019s Integrative Health Infrastructure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Heading_Strengthening_Global_Standards_in_Herbal_Medicine\" >Heading: Strengthening Global Standards in Herbal Medicine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Heading_Enhancing_Regulatory_Convergence_and_Safety\" >Heading: Enhancing Regulatory Convergence and Safety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Heading_Boost_for_Exam-Relevant_Knowledge\" >Heading: Boost for Exam-Relevant Knowledge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Historical_Context_Background_of_Indias_Role_in_Traditional_Medicine_Regulation\" >Historical Context: Background of India\u2019s Role in Traditional Medicine Regulation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Heading_Ministry_of_Ayush_and_Its_Mandate\" >Heading: Ministry of Ayush and Its Mandate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Heading_Indias_Regulatory_Leadership_in_Traditional_Medicine\" >Heading: India\u2019s Regulatory Leadership in Traditional Medicine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Heading_WHOs_Efforts_in_Herbal_Medicine_Quality_Assurance\" >Heading: WHO\u2019s Efforts in Herbal Medicine Quality Assurance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#1_What_is_the_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH\" >1. What is the WHO\u2013IRCH?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#2_When_and_where_is_the_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_workshop_taking_place_in_India\" >2. When and where is the WHO\u2013IRCH workshop taking place in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#3_Who_are_the_main_organizers_of_the_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_workshop_in_India\" >3. Who are the main organizers of the WHO\u2013IRCH workshop in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#4_What_is_the_aim_of_the_Ayush_Suraksha_Pharmacovigilance_Programme\" >4. What is the aim of the Ayush Suraksha (Pharmacovigilance) Programme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#5_How_is_India_contributing_to_WHO%E2%80%93IRCHs_goals\" >5. How is India contributing to WHO\u2013IRCH&#8217;s goals?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#6_Which_countries_are_participating_in_the_workshop\" >6. Which countries are participating in the workshop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#7_What_is_PCIM_H\" >7. What is PCIM&amp;H?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#8_Why_is_this_event_important_for_competitive_exams\" >8. Why is this event important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#9_What_practical_sessions_are_included_in_the_workshop\" >9. What practical sessions are included in the workshop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#10_Which_herbs_are_being_used_in_case_studies\" >10. Which herbs are being used in case studies?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/who-herbal-medicine-workshop\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHO_Herbal_Medicine_Workshop_2025_hosted_by_India_in_Ghaziabad_focuses_on_safety_and_regulation_of_traditional_medicines_Led_by_the_Ministry_of_Ayush_and_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_the_event_enhances_global_collaboration_and_pharmacovigilance_practices\"><\/span><strong>WHO Herbal Medicine Workshop 2025<\/strong> hosted by India in Ghaziabad focuses on safety and regulation of traditional medicines. Led by the Ministry of Ayush and WHO\u2013IRCH, the event enhances global collaboration and pharmacovigilance practices.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_to_Host_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_Workshop_on_Herbal_Medicine_Safety_and_Regulations\"><\/span>India to Host WHO\u2013IRCH Workshop on Herbal Medicine Safety and Regulations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Technical_Workshop_for_Herbal_Medicine_Regulation\"><\/span>Global Technical Workshop for Herbal Medicine Regulation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From <strong>August 6 to 8, 2025<\/strong>, India is hosting a prestigious global workshop \u2014 the <strong>WHO\u2013International Regulatory Cooperation for Herbal Medicines (IRCH)<\/strong> \u2014 at the <strong>Hotel Fortune District Centre<\/strong> in <strong>Ghaziabad<\/strong>. Organized by the <strong>Ministry of Ayush<\/strong> in partnership with the <strong>World Health Organization (WHO)<\/strong>, and supported by the <strong>Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine &amp; Homoeopathy (PCIM&amp;H)<\/strong>, the three-day workshop brings together regulators, researchers, and experts from across the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distinguished_Inauguration_and_International_Participation\"><\/span>Distinguished Inauguration and International Participation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event was inaugurated by <strong>Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha<\/strong> (Secretary, Ministry of Ayush) and <strong>Dr. Kim Sungchol<\/strong> (Chairperson, WHO\u2013IRCH). Delegates are participating from countries such as <strong>Bhutan, Brunei, Cuba, Ghana, Indonesia, Japan, Nepal, Paraguay, Poland, Sri Lanka, Uganda, and Zimbabwe<\/strong>, with <strong>Brazil, Egypt, and the USA<\/strong> joining in virtually. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Objectives_and_Technical_Sessions\"><\/span>Core Objectives and Technical Sessions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The workshop is structured around five key goals: fostering international collaboration, reinforcing safety and efficacy mechanisms, encouraging regulatory convergence, and empowering traditional medicine systems worldwide. Sessions will cover WHO\u2013IRCH\u2019s Working Groups 1 &amp; 3 (focused on safety and intended use), pre-clinical research protocols, regulatory frameworks, and detailed case studies \u2014 including Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hands-On_Training_and_Pharmacovigilance_Launch\"><\/span>Hands-On Training and Pharmacovigilance Launch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Participants will engage in practical training covering herbal drug identification, heavy metal testing, and chemo-profiling through HPTLC techniques\u2014hosted at PCIM&amp;H labs. The workshop will also introduce the <strong>Ayush Suraksha (Pharmacovigilance) Programme<\/strong>, aimed at bolstering safety surveillance of traditional medicines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exposure_to_Indias_Integrative_Health_Infrastructure\"><\/span>Exposure to India\u2019s Integrative Health Infrastructure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delegates will visit key Indian institutions, including <strong>PCIM&amp;H<\/strong>, the <strong>National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM)<\/strong> in Ghaziabad, and the <strong>All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)<\/strong> in New Delhi. These site visits are designed to give a comprehensive view of India\u2019s traditional medicine ecosystem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"WHO-herbal-medicine-workshop\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/WhatsAppImage2025-08-06at6.24.37PM3E2O.jpeg\" alt=\"WHO herbal medicine workshop\" title=\"WHO herbal medicine workshop\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">WHO herbal medicine workshop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heading_Strengthening_Global_Standards_in_Herbal_Medicine\"><\/span>Heading: Strengthening Global Standards in Herbal Medicine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The workshop underscores India\u2019s leadership in standardizing herbal medicine regulations. As the <strong>lead country<\/strong> for WHO\u2013IRCH\u2019s Working Groups 1 &amp; 3, India is setting global benchmarks in safety, efficacy, and regulation of traditional medicines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heading_Enhancing_Regulatory_Convergence_and_Safety\"><\/span>Heading: Enhancing Regulatory Convergence and Safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This initiative marks a pivotal step toward harmonization of herbal medicine norms worldwide. By introducing <strong>Ayush Suraksha<\/strong> and encouraging international best-practice exchange, India is reinforcing regulatory convergence and elevating safety monitoring, which is crucial for public health and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heading_Boost_for_Exam-Relevant_Knowledge\"><\/span>Heading: Boost for Exam-Relevant Knowledge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For aspirants preparing for teaching, police, banking, railways, defence, and civil services including PCS and IAS, understanding this event supports multiple syllabus areas \u2014 from <strong>international cooperation<\/strong>, <strong>public health policy<\/strong>, <strong>Ministry of Ayush\u2019s role<\/strong>, to <strong>traditional medicine\u2019s integration with global health agendas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Background_of_Indias_Role_in_Traditional_Medicine_Regulation\"><\/span>Historical Context: Background of India\u2019s Role in Traditional Medicine Regulation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heading_Ministry_of_Ayush_and_Its_Mandate\"><\/span>Heading: Ministry of Ayush and Its Mandate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Established as a full-fledged ministry in <strong>2014<\/strong>, the <strong>Ministry of Ayush<\/strong> oversees education, research, and advocacy for systems like Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homeopathy. Its creation signaled increased institutional support for traditional medicine in India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heading_Indias_Regulatory_Leadership_in_Traditional_Medicine\"><\/span>Heading: India\u2019s Regulatory Leadership in Traditional Medicine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through institutions like <strong>PCIM&amp;H<\/strong>, India has been actively working on pharmacopoeial standards, quality control, and scientific validation of Ayush medicines. The country\u2019s leadership in WHO\u2013IRCH Working Groups amplifies its role in shaping global policies for herbal medicine regulation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heading_WHOs_Efforts_in_Herbal_Medicine_Quality_Assurance\"><\/span>Heading: WHO\u2019s Efforts in Herbal Medicine Quality Assurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>World Health Organization<\/strong> has been a central authority in establishing quality control measures for medicinal plants since publishing its standards in <strong>1998<\/strong>. These frameworks underpin efforts like the current workshop in harmonizing herbal medicine practices globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India hosted the WHO\u2013IRCH Workshop on herbal medicine regulation from August 6\u20138, 2025.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The event was organized by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with WHO and PCIM&amp;H.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Sessions addressed safety, regulation, efficacy, with hands-on training and a pharmacovigilance launch.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>India leads WHO\u2013IRCH Working Groups on safety and intended use of herbal medicines.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>International delegates from numerous countries participated physically and virtually.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">WHO herbal medicine workshop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH\"><\/span>1. What is the WHO\u2013IRCH?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>World Health Organization \u2013 International Regulatory Cooperation for Herbal Medicines (WHO\u2013IRCH)<\/strong> is a global network of regulatory authorities aiming to ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of herbal medicines worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_When_and_where_is_the_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_workshop_taking_place_in_India\"><\/span>2. When and where is the WHO\u2013IRCH workshop taking place in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The workshop is being held from <strong>August 6 to 8, 2025<\/strong>, at <strong>Hotel Fortune District Centre, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_are_the_main_organizers_of_the_WHO%E2%80%93IRCH_workshop_in_India\"><\/span>3. Who are the main organizers of the WHO\u2013IRCH workshop in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Ministry of Ayush<\/strong>, in collaboration with the <strong>World Health Organization (WHO)<\/strong> and support from <strong>PCIM&amp;H<\/strong>, is organizing the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_aim_of_the_Ayush_Suraksha_Pharmacovigilance_Programme\"><\/span>4. What is the aim of the Ayush Suraksha (Pharmacovigilance) Programme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It aims to strengthen the <strong>safety monitoring system<\/strong> for herbal and traditional medicines in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_is_India_contributing_to_WHO%E2%80%93IRCHs_goals\"><\/span>5. How is India contributing to WHO\u2013IRCH&#8217;s goals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is <strong>leading Working Groups 1 and 3<\/strong> of WHO\u2013IRCH, focusing on the <strong>safety<\/strong> and <strong>intended use<\/strong> of herbal medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_countries_are_participating_in_the_workshop\"><\/span>6. Which countries are participating in the workshop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Countries such as <strong>Japan, Indonesia, Poland, Cuba, Ghana, Sri Lanka, Uganda, Zimbabwe<\/strong>, and many more, including <strong>virtual participation from Brazil, Egypt, and the USA<\/strong>, are involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_PCIM_H\"><\/span>7. What is PCIM&amp;H?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine &amp; Homoeopathy (PCIM&amp;H)<\/strong> is a body under the Ministry of Ayush that formulates pharmacopoeial standards and quality control methods for Ayush systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Why_is_this_event_important_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>8. Why is this event important for competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It relates to <strong>public health<\/strong>, <strong>traditional medicine policy<\/strong>, <strong>international cooperation<\/strong>, and <strong>India\u2019s soft power in health diplomacy<\/strong>, making it relevant for <strong>UPSC<\/strong>, <strong>State PCS<\/strong>, <strong>railways<\/strong>, <strong>defence<\/strong>, and <strong>banking exams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_practical_sessions_are_included_in_the_workshop\"><\/span>9. What practical sessions are included in the workshop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hands-on training includes <strong>HPTLC chemo-profiling<\/strong>, <strong>heavy metal analysis<\/strong>, and <strong>herbal identification techniques<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Which_herbs_are_being_used_in_case_studies\"><\/span>10. 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