LUCKNOW, May 25 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said Uttar Pradesh should be developed as an international wellness destination and directed officials to take effective steps towards implementing the 'Ayush Health and Wellness Policy-2026' in the state.

Chairing a review meeting of the Ayush department, the chief minister said, "Uttar Pradesh should not remain limited to a treatment-based system alone, but should emerge as a major wellness destination at the national and international level through the integration of Ayush, Yoga, Panchakarma, naturopathy and wellness services."

He said a model should be developed by integrating Ayush services with modern management practices, quality standards and tourism so that healthcare ...