The campaign emphasized that proper diet (Aahar) is the first step toward maintaining health and preventing disease.

The ancient Ayurvedic principle—“Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam, Aturasya Vikara Prashamanam Cha”—forms the cornerstone of preventive and curative healthcare. In a remarkable demonstration of this philosophy in action, Rana Hospital achieved a historic milestone in 2016 by transforming this timeless wisdom into a large-scale public health movement.

Under the “Eat Fiber Stay Healthy” Campaign, Rana Hospital, in association with Vidya Bharti, reached 1,25,000 school children across 219 schools, educating them about the importance of dietary fiber and preventive healthcare. Rooted deeply in Ayurvedic teachings, the campaign emphasized that proper diet (Aahar) is the first step toward maintaining health and preventing disease.

This initiative led to 85,576 students taking a formal health pledge, making it one of the largest awareness drives of its kind. The campaign’s scale, impact, and structured approach earned it a prestigious place in the Guinness Book of World Records, marking a significant global recognition of Ayurveda-based preventive healthcare.

At the heart of this achievement was Dr. Hitender Suri, whose visionary leadership and relentless efforts turned a classical Ayurvedic principle into a globally acknowledged success. As the Proprietor of Rana Hospital, Dr. Suri not only conceptualized the campaign but also ensured its effective execution, thereby establishing Ayurveda as a practical, scalable, and impactful healthcare system in the modern world.

This accomplishment stands as a major achievement for Ayurveda, as it successfully demonstrated its relevance beyond traditional practice—reaching educational institutions, influencing young minds, and gaining international validation. Rana Hospital, through this initiative, emerged as a pioneer institution in promoting Ayurveda at both national and global levels.

In essence, this record-setting campaign is not just an institutional success but a global endorsement of Ayurveda’s preventive philosophy, showcasing how ancient knowledge can address contemporary health challenges. Through this extraordinary effort, Dr. Hitender Suri and Rana Hospital have significantly contributed to positioning Ayurveda as a credible, effective, and globally accepted system of healthcare.

By Dr. Hitender Suri
Consultant Proctologist & Managing Director, Rana Hospital