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modern business health programs underscores the importance of a holistic approach
to employee care.
Example: Google’s Wellness Programs as an Application of Kaya Chikitsa

Google’s approach to employee well-being is a prime example of integrating
Ayurvedic principles in the modern business world. Google provides:
• On-site fitness centers: Encouraging physical health, which aligns with the Ayurvedic
focus on exercise and maintaining physical vitality.
• Mindfulness rooms and meditation: These practices align with the Ayurvedic focus
on mental clarity and emotional balance.
• Healthy meals and snacks: Promoting a balanced diet, much like Ayurvedic dietary
recommendations for maintaining internal balance.
This holistic approach, much like Kaya Chikitsa, is designed to nurture the whole
person—physically, mentally, and emotionally. It ensures that employees are not just
healthy in body but also in mind, leading to increased well-being, higher productivity,
and lower absenteeism.

2.2 Shalya Tantra (Surgery)
Shalya Tantra is one of the eight branches of Ayurveda, focusing on surgical
procedures and interventions. It involves the study and practice of surgical treatments
for injuries, diseases, or disorders that require physical intervention. This branch
combines ancient knowledge of surgical techniques, tools, and herbal medicines to
perform operations aimed at restoring the body’s health. In Ayurveda, Shalya Tantra is
not limited to physical surgery but also includes methods of healing and rejuvenating
after surgical procedures, emphasizing holistic recovery.
In Shalya Tantra, the approach is comprehensive, addressing both the cause and
the aftercare of surgical procedures. It involves careful consideration of the patient’s
unique constitution, diet, lifestyle, and emotional state to ensure that the surgery
and recovery process are fully aligned with the individual’s overall health. Ayurvedic
surgery includes procedures such as suturing, cleansing of wounds, detoxification,
and rejuvenation therapies for post-surgical recovery.
The principles of Shalya Tantra extend beyond just performing operations; they also
include preventive practices to avoid the need for surgery in the first place, emphasizing
the importance of maintaining health through balanced living.

Modern Business Concept: Crisis Management & Strategic Interventions
In the modern business world, crisis management involves strategies and actions
taken to handle significant disruptions or challenges—ranging from financial crises to

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