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Mangaluru will host a two-day AYUSH Habba (festival) starting January 31, 2026, at the TMA Pai International Convention Centre. Organized by multiple AYUSH-related organizations, the free festival aims to attract 5,000-10,000 people interested in AYUSH treatments. It will include health screenings, educational sessions on heart health and stress management, and various events like a food festival, ideathon, hackathon, and exhibition of AYUSH medicines. The announcement was made by Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader at a press conference on January 3, 2026, where the festival poster was launched.

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Mangaluru Gears Up for AYUSH Habba in Late January

Mangaluru, January 3, 2026 – A two-day AYUSH Habba (festival) is set to take place in Mangaluru starting January 31, 2026, promising to be a comprehensive showcase of traditional Indian medicine systems. The announcement was made today by Legislative Assembly Speaker and MLA for Mangaluru, U.T. Khader, during a press conference held at the Circuit House, where the festival poster was officially unveiled.

Organized by a consortium of groups including the AYUSH Department, AYUSH Federation of India, AYUSH colleges, the National Integrated Medical Association, and the Indian Homoeopathic Association, the festival aims to draw between 5,000 and 10,000 attendees interested in learning about various AYUSH treatment methods.

The event will be held at the TMA Pai International Convention Centre on M.G. Road and is free and open to the public. Beyond informative sessions, the AYUSH Habba will feature a variety of attractions including a food festival, a ‘soundarya habba’ (beauty festival), and a ‘mahila swasthtya habba’ (women’s health festival).

“We are excited to bring this event to Mangaluru,” said Mr. Khader. “It’s an opportunity for the community to learn about the benefits of AYUSH and how it can contribute to their overall well-being.”

Organizers say that approximately 2,000 pre-registered individuals will receive heart-related screenings and education on heart health within the AYUSH framework. There will also be guidance provided to women and children on managing stress. An AYUSH ideathon, hackathon, and exhibition/sale of AYUSH medicines are also planned.

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