NewzVille Desk
To promote awareness and conservation of medicinal plant, the proposal for establishing 100 School Herbal Gardens across Jammu Division has been approved by the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Union Ministry of Ayush. The initiative envisages the development of herbal gardens in selected schools, with ten schools to be covered in each district of the Jammu division.
The project has been approved after recommendations from Directorate of Ayush, J&K (J&K Medicinal Plants Board), with the objective of integrating the rich heritage of medicinal plants into the school education system in a meaningful and practical manner.
The herbal gardens will serve as vibrant learning spaces where students will gain first-hand knowledge about the identification, cultivation, and uses of important medicinal plants, while also developing a deeper appreciation for nature and traditional systems of healthcare.
The 100 Schools have been identified by Directorate of School Education Jammu.
Director Ayush, J&K and CEO, J&K Medicinal Plants Board, Dr. Ajay Kumar Tikoo, termed the approval as a significant milestone and stated that the initiative reflects a forward-looking approach towards linking education with traditional knowledge systems.
He expressed confidence that these herbal gardens will evolve into centres of experiential learning and inspire students to actively engage with nature and wellness practices.
The initiative seeks to nurture awareness about preventive healthcare, encourage environmental responsibility, and promote conservation of valuable plant species.
It will create a lasting impact by instilling in young minds an understanding of the relevance of AYUSH systems and the importance of preserving indigenous knowledge for future generations.
