• Head Office - Keerti Nagar,
    Near Court Compound, Vijayapur - 586101
  • Mon - Sat 8.00 - 18.00.
    Sunday CLOSED

Objectives and Goals of KEMA

  1. Promotion of Alternative Medicine: KEMA aims to promote and develop alternative medicine systems such as Electro-Homoeopathy, Naturopathy, and others throughout India and abroad.
  2. Educational Programs and Institutions: KEMA is involved in establishing institutions, hospitals, and research centers dedicated to alternative medicine. It also offers training programs, seminars, and workshops on health education.
  3. Registration and Recognition: KEMA provides registration for medical students and qualified individuals in alternative medicine practices based on experience. Registered practitioners receive recognition and certification from the council.
  4. Research and Development: It encourages scientific studies and professional practices in alternative medicine by promoting research and maintaining high ethical standards for practitioners.
  5. Rural and Urban Health Focus: KEMA works to bridge the healthcare gap by opening hospitals, diagnostic centers, and providing healthcare in rural and urban areas. It emphasizes affordable healthcare and public health improvements.
  6. Rights of Practitioners: Registered medical practitioners are authorized to issue medical certificates (such as sickness or fitness certificates), enabling them to practice alternative medicine without restrictions.
  7. Public Health Initiatives: The organization engages in social activities like sanitation, public health awareness, and disaster relief, aiming to improve health standards across the country.

Legal Framework

  • Government Orders: The association operates under the directions issued by the Government of India's Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Specific orders (V.25011/276/2009-HR and C30011/22/2010-HR) support their functioning.
  • Supreme Court Judgment: KEMA cites a Supreme Court ruling that allows legally constituted institutions to issue diplomas and certificates in alternative medicine. Holders of such diplomas are entitled to practice their respective fields.

Conclusion

KEMA is a recognized body promoting alternative medicine with legal backing from the Indian government and the judiciary. Its objectives include expanding access to alternative healthcare, ensuring quality education in the field, and contributing to public health both in rural and urban settings.