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7th Nizam of Hyderabad established mobile Ayurvedic clinic at 1942 Kumbh Mela
In 1942, the 7th Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan, established a mobile Ayurvedic clinic during the Kumbh Mela in Allahabad (now Prayagraj). This innovative initiative aimed to provide healthcare services to the vast number of pilgrims attending the religious gathering. A rare Urdu booklet titled 'Report – Nizam Ayurvedic Safari Dawakhana,' discovered by researchers, offers a detailed account of the clinic's operations. The document highlights the Nizam's commitment to promoting Ayurveda, evidenced by his annual allocation of Rs 35,000 for its development in Hyderabad. The mobile clinic, established on the recommendation of Mahant Baba Puran Dasji, was a pioneering effort for Ayurveda. The booklet meticulously documents the clinic's activities at the Kumbh Mela, including patient statistics and responses from prominent individuals. Although the clinic's frequency and results remain unclear, the document provides a unique glimpse into the Nizam's efforts to integrate Ayurveda into large-scale public health services.10:14 AM Feb 07, 2025 IST