Prime Minister Narendra Modi has long championed traditional Indian herbs and Ayurvedic solutions to build natural immunity. On his birthday, take a look at his Kadha recipe alongside the key wellness herbs he frequently recommends.

During COVID 19 pandemic in 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an Instagram post highlighting the magic and power of Ayurveda. The measures were recommended by the Ministry of Ayush. In the same Instagram post, he also suggested drinking herbal tea/kadha made from tulsi, dalchini, kalimirch, dry ginger, and munakka. (Image: PTI)

During COVID 19 pandemic in 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an Instagram post highlighting the magic and power of Ayurveda. The measures were recommended by the Ministry of Ayush. In the same Instagram post, he also suggested drinking herbal tea/kadha made from tulsi, dalchini, kalimirch, dry ginger, and munakka. (Image: PTI)

Beyond kadha, PM Narendra Modi has frequently mentioned about several indigeneous herbs and their benefits, found in various part of the country in his speeches and on the Mann Ki Baat programme. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Beyond kadha, PM Narendra Modi has frequently mentioned about several indigeneous herbs and their benefits, found in various part of the country in his speeches and on the Mann Ki Baat programme. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Ashwagandha: PM Narendra Modi talked about it and refered to the magical benefits this herb offers. Addressing the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, he said, "While the herb has been used for centuries in India, its global demand rose significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. He pointed out that a special global discussion on Ashwagandha was held during the summit, where international experts deliberated on its safety, quality, and therapeutic use, reaffirming India’s commitment to integrating time-tested remedies into global public health systems through scientific evidence." (Representative Image: Pexels)

Ashwagandha: PM Narendra Modi talked about it and refered to the magical benefits this herb offers. Addressing the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, he said, “While the herb has been used for centuries in India, its global demand rose significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. He pointed out that a special global discussion on Ashwagandha was held during the summit, where international experts deliberated on its safety, quality, and therapeutic use, reaffirming India’s commitment to integrating time-tested remedies into global public health systems through scientific evidence.” (Representative Image: Pexels)

Solo: PM Modi mentioned a special plant called “Solo” in 2019 during a discussion about Ladakh. The plant grows in high mountains, surrounded by snow and bitter cold. Solo reportedly boosts the body’s immunity and is considered very beneficial for those who frequently feel tired or shortness of breath. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Solo: PM Modi mentioned a special plant called “Solo” in 2019 during a discussion about Ladakh. The plant grows in high mountains, surrounded by snow and bitter cold. Solo reportedly boosts the body’s immunity and is considered very beneficial for those who frequently feel tired or shortness of breath. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Shatavari, Ashoka, Sarpagandha: In September 2021, while praising Patayat Sahu from Odisha, the PM mentioned several traditional herbs used around home for centuries. They are:- Shatavari: It is considered very effective in alleviating body weakness and maintaining hormonal balance. - Ashoka: Ashoka bark is a considered beneficial for women’s health and stomach problems. - Sarpagandha: This helps in calming the mind and inducing good sleep. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Shatavari, Ashoka, Sarpagandha: In September 2021, while praising Patayat Sahu from Odisha, the PM mentioned several traditional herbs used around home for centuries. They are:
– Shatavari: It is considered very effective in alleviating body weakness and maintaining hormonal balance.
– Ashoka: Ashoka bark is a considered beneficial for women’s health and stomach problems.
– Sarpagandha: This helps in calming the mind and inducing good sleep. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Black Turmeric and Musli: Referring to Ramlotan Kushwaha of Madhya Pradesh, PM Modi spoke about some very rare herbs. It included black turmeric, white musli, and black musli. Black turmeric is different from common yellow turmeric and is used to relieve even chronic pain and inflammation. White and black musli are considered powerful remedies in Ayurveda for alleviating weakness and increasing physical stamina. (Image: Amazon)

Black Turmeric and Musli: Referring to Ramlotan Kushwaha of Madhya Pradesh, PM Modi spoke about some very rare herbs. It included black turmeric, white musli, and black musli. Black turmeric is different from common yellow turmeric and is used to relieve even chronic pain and inflammation. White and black musli are considered powerful remedies in Ayurveda for alleviating weakness and increasing physical stamina. (Image: Amazon)

Karunenchi and Cat’s Whiskers: In September 2024, PM Modi mentioned medicinal plants like Karunenchi and Cat Whiskers. Karunenchi is known in traditional Tamil and Siddha medicine for clearing the respiratory tract and removing phlegm. Cat's Whiskers is a plant considered very effective in kidney cleansing and urinary tract infections. (Representative Image: Pexels)

Karunenchi and Cat’s Whiskers: In September 2024, PM Modi mentioned medicinal plants like Karunenchi and Cat Whiskers. Karunenchi is known in traditional Tamil and Siddha medicine for clearing the respiratory tract and removing phlegm. Cat’s Whiskers is a plant considered very effective in kidney cleansing and urinary tract infections. (Representative Image: Pexels)