Dr Nuzhat Bashir Shah assumes charge as Director Ayush, J&K

Srinagar, Feb 01: Dr Nuzhat Bashir Shah on Saturday took charge as Director, Ayush, Jammu & Kashmir, becoming the first woman to lead the Directorate.With a distinguished career in Ayush sector, Dr Nuzhat has served the department in various capacities, including as District Ayush Officer, Anantnag, and Deputy Director Ayush, contributing significantly to promotion and strengthening of traditional medicine.As she assumes office, Dr Nuzhat has outlined a progressive vision for the Ayush sector in Jammu & Kashmir.A strong advocate for the development of the medicinal plants sector, she aims to facilitate the cultivation and sustainable extraction of high-value medicinal plants, supporting farmers and entrepreneurs engaged in this field.An introductory meeting was held at Directorate of Ayush, J&K Office Jammu attended by Deputy Director Ayush, Jammu Dr Suresh Sharma, Assistant Directors of Directorate of Ayush, J&K Dr Rakesh Kumar Raina and Dr Sujad Hussain Shuja, Chief accounts Officer Sonam Singh, Medical Superintendent Govt Ayurvedic Hospital, Jammu Dr Vandana Dogra, Dy Medical Superintendent Dr Aruna Bhat, District Ayush Officers Udhampur and Samba Dr Surekha Pandita and Dr Renu Das and all the staff of Directorate of Ayush, J&K and National Ayush Mission.The staff hoped that with the extensive experience and commitment to the sector, Dr Nuzhat will lead the Directorate of Ayush, J&K, towards a new era of growth and innovation, ensuring that traditional medicine and wellness practices reach every corner of J&K.