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The importance of Sowa-Rigpa in promoting health and wellness in the Himalayan regions was highlighted at the 3rd International Wellness Conference held in Kanpur
India
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New Delhi, November 03, 2026:
Dr Padma Gurmet , renowned physician, scholar and Director of the National Institute ofSowa-Rigpa-NISR Leh, has been honored with the prestigious Wellness Visionary Award by Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University , Kanpur , Uttar Pradesh , for her outstanding contribution to the field of traditional medicine and holistic healthcare . The award was presented to her during the 3rd International Wellness Conference held at the university from October 30 to November 1, 2026 .
The three-day international conference was inaugurated by Shri Satish Mahana, Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. It was attended by numerous eminent health experts, academics, and leading representatives of the healthcare sector. During the conference, a total of 42 renowned health experts from across the country were honored for their outstanding contributions in their fields.
Dr. Padma Gurmet, the featured speaker, delivered a technical lecture on the importance of Sowa-Rigpa for health and wellness in the Himalayan regions. She highlighted the relevance and excellence of the ancient Himalayan medical system, Sowa-Rigpa, in promoting holistic health and wellness, especially in the Himalayan regions.
The conference provided an important international platform to showcase the Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine and its rich traditional knowledge. Participants showed keen interest in understanding the fundamental principles, concepts, and practices of Sowa-Rigpa, reflecting the growing interest in traditional medical systems and their contribution to holistic healthcare.
This Honour given to Dr. Padma Gurmet underlines her contribution in promoting the Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine and giving it wider recognition.
