Haridwar Herbal Medicine Industry and AYUSH Economy

Haridwar has become one of India's largest centres for Ayurvedic and herbal medicine production, anchored by major institutions and hundreds of smaller manufacturers. The district processes medicinal herbs sourced from Himalayan forests and cultivated farms into standardised formulations following classical Ayurvedic texts. Quality control through AYUSH certification standards ensures products meet pharmaceutical-grade requirements. The herbal industry supports farmers growing medicinal plants like Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Giloy, Neem, and Tulsi through contract farming arrangements. Skilled workers in this sector possess traditional knowledge of herb processing, quality assessment by organoleptic properties, and preparation of classical formulations like Chyawanprash and Triphala.