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National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage, under CCRAS, Min. of AYUSH

Name: National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage, under CCRAS, Min. of AYUSH
Address: Revenue Board Colony, Survey No. 314, Gaddiannaram, Hyderabad, 500036, IN
Telephone: 040-24067388
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The National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences, Ministry of Ayush, Govt.

of India preserve the diverse and rich legacy of Indian medical heritage, including the AYUSH system Activities:
Survey and acquisition of rare medical manuscripts and rare books on Ayush systems of medicine, Modern medicine etc., in different languages. Transcription, transliteration, translation, and publication of medical works based on manuscripts, rare books, and unpublished works related to Ayush systems and to bring out critical editions in print & electronic form. Collection of medical information from other sources like ancient non-medical literature – Vedas, Puranas etc., Archaeological & Epigraphical sources, accounts of foreign travellers in India. Study of historical development and evolution of concepts of diseases, drugs and other aspects of Ayush Systems. Preparation of biographies of physicians/authors, and commentators of classical medical literature of different periods. Projects for writing History of Medicine Area wise, Period wise, and Theme wise. Collection, editing, and publication of News & Notes and historical materials, including the publication of the Bulletin of the Institute & Monographs. Organization of exhibitions on some specific occasions like seminars, celebrations, etc., to exhibit the development of medicine in India and for dissemination of Indian Medical systems. Referral services and guidance to research scholars. Preparation of bibliographies of journals/articles on the History of Medicine. Collection of oral history i.e., audio recording and the historical background and other details like palm-leaf and paper manuscripts, old books, certificates of grants, awards, etc., from hereditary physicians and traditional medical practitioners in and around Hyderabad city. Development and maintenance of Medico-historical Library. Development and maintenance of Medico-historical Museum. Design and development of IT applications to document and preserve Ayush medical heritage. Maintaining CCRAS-RMIS (Research Management Information System) – a continuous service since March 2014.

14/10/2026

Expert Committee Meeting on Vernacular Names of Medicinal Plants Held at CCRAS-NIIMH, Hyderabad

The CCRAS-National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Hyderabad, organised an Expert Committee Meeting on 12–13 October 2026 as part of the CCRAS project titled "Documentation of Vernacular Names of Plants in Formularies of Indian Systems of Medicine and Highly Traded Medicinal Plants."
The meeting was graced by Dr Goli Penchala Prasad, In-charge Assistant Director, NIIMH; Dr V. Sridevi, Research Officer (Ayurveda); and Dr T. Sakethram, Research Officer (Ayurveda). Eminent experts, Dr K. N. Reddy, Scientist, Laila R&D Centre, Vijayawada, and Dr Goli Penchala Pratap, Research Assistant, Survey of Medicinal Plants Unit, National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders, Hyderabad, participated in the meeting.
The experts undertook a detailed review and validation of the Telugu / local names of medicinal plants and recommended relevant reference books and literature to support the authentic documentation of local plant names. The valuable insights and recommendations provided by the experts will contribute to the scientific standardisation of medicinal plant nomenclature.
Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

09/10/2026

🌿 A Step Forward in Collaborative Public Health & Traditional Medicine!

We were privileged to welcome Prof. Ranjan Shukla (Dean, Public Health Practice and Community Engagement) and Dr Janani S. Chary (Research Associate) from the PHFI Institute of Public Health Sciences (Deemed to be University), Hyderabad, to the CCRAS-National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Hyderabad today.

The visit was conducted under the visionary guidance of Dr G.P. Prasad, Assistant Director in charge, NIIMH.

Discussions centred around exploring synergistic pathways between modern public health practices and India's rich traditional medical heritage. Such academic exchanges pave the way for impactful research, community engagement, and integrated healthcare initiatives! 🤝✨

Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

09/10/2026

Media Coverage: As part of the nationwide Poshan Maah campaign, CCRAS-NIIMH, Hyderabad, successfully conducted an interactive awareness programme on nutrition and personal hygiene today at the Deaf People with Hearing Impaired Network (PHIN), Malakpet, under the guidance of Dr G.P. Prasad, AD/c.

Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

08/10/2026

Poshan Maah Awareness Programme at Deaf People with Hearing Impaired Network (PHIN)

On 8 October 2026, as part of the nationwide *Poshan Maah (Nutrition Month)* campaign, the *Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)- National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, Hyderabad, conducted an interactive awareness programme on *healthy nutrition, dietary habits and personal hygiene* at the *Deaf People with Hearing Impaired Network (PHIN)*, Malakpet.

The programme was organised under the guidance of Dr G. P. Prasad, Assistant Director (In-Charge), NIIMH, with the objective of raising awareness among children and young beneficiaries about balanced nutrition, healthy food choices, the prevention of nutritional deficiencies, and the importance of personal hygiene.

During the programme, Dr Akshay Tandle, Senior Research Fellow (Ayurveda), NIIMH, with the assistance of an instructor, interacted with the children and explained the importance of nutritious food for healthy physical and mental development. He highlighted that childhood is a crucial period of growth, during which adequate nutrition is essential for the proper development of the body and brain.

The children were sensitised to the importance of including fresh seasonal fruits, locally available vegetables, green leafy vegetables and whole grains* in their daily diet. Particular emphasis was placed on traditional nutritious foods such as millets (Shri Anna), ragi and other locally available wholesome foods*.

The importance of *personal hygiene and handwashing* was also highlighted. The children were taught to wash their hands thoroughly with soap before eating and after using the toilet to prevent the spread of germs and reduce the risk of infection. The importance of maintaining cleanliness and adopting healthy daily habits was emphasised. As a practical demonstration of healthy dietary choices, *fruit juice was distributed among the participating children* at the conclusion of the programme.

The children, staff and management of PHIN participated enthusiastically in the awareness programme. The initiative served as a meaningful community outreach activity aimed at promoting *better nutrition, healthy food habits, personal hygiene and overall well-being among children with hearing impairment and other disabilities*.

The programme was attended by Mr K. Srinivasa Rao, LIA; Mr Ramesh, OA; Mr T. Shekar, MTA; and Ms Madhavi, Warden, PHIN*, along with other representatives and staff of PHIN, as well as the participating children.

Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

08/10/2026

Glimpses of Participation of Dr G. P. Prasad, AD I/c, CCRAS-NIIMH, Hyderabad in the valedictory function of the three-day Training Program on Research Methodology and Scientific Writing and Career Opportunity conducted by the Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (National Academy of Ayurveda) ( An autonomous organisation under Ministry of Ayush, Govt of India) at National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders, Hyderabad, Telangana, on 08-10-2026.
Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

08/10/2026

CCRAS-NIIMH हैदराबाद द्वारा CISF यूनिट BDL, कंचनबाग में ‘आयुर्वेद एवं पोषण’ विषयक जागरूकता व्याख्यान का सफल आयोजन

दिनांक: 8-10-2026: आयुष मंत्रालय (भारत सरकार) एवं केंद्रीय आयुर्वेदीय विज्ञान अनुसंधान परिषद (CCRAS), नई दिल्ली के दिशा-निर्देशन तथा राष्ट्रीय भारतीय चिकित्सा संपदा संस्थान (NIIMH), हैदराबाद के प्रभारी सहायक निदेशक डॉ. जी. पी. प्रसाद के विशेष मार्गदर्शन में CISF यूनिट BDL, कंचनबाग में आयुर्वेद एवं पोषण विषयक एक विशेष जन-जागरूकता कार्यक्रम का सफलतापूर्वक आयोजन किया गया, जिसमें संस्थान की ओर से मुख्य वक्ता के रूप में उपस्थित डॉ. संतोष माने, अनुसंधान अधिकारी (आयुर्वेद) ने आयुर्वेद के मूलभूत सिद्धांतों और शारीरिक पोषण में उनके महत्त्व पर प्रकाश डालते हुए सही खान-पान द्वारा रोग प्रतिरोधक क्षमता में वृद्धि तथा दीर्घकालिक स्वास्थ्य बनाए रखने के अत्यंत व्यावहारिक उपाय साझा किए। व्याख्यानोत्तर आयोजित प्रश्नोत्तर सत्र में जवानों एवं अधिकारियों की स्वास्थ्य से जुड़ी विविध शंकाओं का समाधान किया गया, और इसी क्रम में प्रतिभागियों को जागरूक करने के उद्देश्य से आयुर्वेद एवं स्वास्थ्य संवर्धन से संबंधित IEC (सूचना, शिक्षा और संचार) सामग्री तथा जन-जागरूकता पुस्तिकाओं का वितरण भी किया गया। कार्यक्रम के समापन अवसर पर NIIMH संस्थान की ओर से CISF के वरिष्ठ समादेष्टा श्री सुचित त्यागी एवं सहायक समादेष्टा श्री पी. सुभाष सहित उपस्थित समस्त अधिकारियों व जवानों के प्रति उनकी सक्रिय एवं उत्साहपूर्ण सहभागिता के लिए धन्यवाद ज्ञापित किया गया, जिसके पश्चात् उपस्थित संपूर्ण जनसमूह ने एक निरोगी, अनुशासित और संतुलित जीवनशैली के निर्माण हेतु दैनिक जीवन में आयुर्वेदिक नियमों एवं पोषण सिद्धांतों को निष्ठापूर्वक अपनाने का संकल्प लिया।
Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

08/10/2026

Media coverage- As part of , CCRAS-NIIMH Hyderabad organised an inspiring interactive awareness program on healthy nutrition and dietary habits at the Government Primary School, Malakpet, on 07-10-2026. Students actively participated and shared their daily routines!
Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

07/10/2026

राष्ट्रीय भारतीय चिकित्सा संपदा संस्थान, हैदराबाद में दिनांक 07 अक्टूबर 2026 को अपराह्न 04:00 बजे संस्थान की राजभाषा कार्यान्वयन समिति की त्रैमासिक बैठक का सफलतापूर्वक आयोजन किया गया। बैठक की अध्यक्षता प्रभारी सहायक निदेशक डॉ. गोली पेंचला प्रसाद ने की।

बैठक का शुभारंभ करते हुए हिंदी सहायक श्री प्रदीप दास ने अध्यक्ष महोदय तथा उपस्थित सभी सदस्यों का हार्दिक स्वागत किया। अध्यक्ष महोदय की अनुमति प्राप्त करने के पश्चात् बैठक की कार्यवाही विधिवत प्रारंभ की गई।

बैठक में संस्थान के अधिकारियों एवं कर्मचारियों ने सक्रिय रूप से सहभागिता की। इस अवसर पर डॉ. श्रीदेवी, अनुसंधान अधिकारी (आयुर्वेद); डॉ. अशफाक अहमद, अनुसंधान अधिकारी (यूनानी) एवं हिंदी प्रभारी; डॉ. टी. साकेत राम, अनुसंधान अधिकारी (आयुर्वेद); श्री पी. मुरली मनोहर, सहायक अनुसंधान अधिकारी (क्यूरेटर); श्री के. श्रीनिवास राव, पुस्तकालय एवं सूचना सहायक; सुश्री वर्षा कुमारी, पुस्तकालय एवं सूचना सहायक; डॉ. सत्यव्रत नन्द, अनुसंधान सहायक (संस्कृत); श्री बी. विजय कुमार, वरिष्ठ पुस्तकालय परिचर तथा श्री टी. शेखर, एमटीएस प्रमुख रूप से उपस्थित रहे।

बैठक के दौरान संस्थान के प्रशासनिक, शोध एवं अन्य शासकीय कार्यों में राजभाषा हिंदी के प्रयोग एवं प्रगति की विस्तृत समीक्षा की गई। साथ ही, राजभाषा संबंधी कार्यों के प्रभावी क्रियान्वयन, हिंदी के अधिकाधिक प्रयोग को प्रोत्साहित करने तथा आगामी तिमाही के लिए निर्धारित लक्ष्यों की प्राप्ति के संबंध में विचार-विमर्श किया गया। समिति के सदस्यों ने संस्थान में हिंदी के प्रयोग को और अधिक व्यापक एवं प्रभावी बनाने के लिए आवश्यक सुझाव भी प्रस्तुत किए।

बैठक के अंत में अध्यक्ष महोदय तथा सभी उपस्थित सदस्यों के प्रति आभार व्यक्त किया गया। तत्पश्चात् अध्यक्ष महोदय की अनुमति से बैठक का समापन किया गया।
Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

07/10/2026

मलकपेट सरकारी प्राथमिक विद्यालय में 'पोषण माह' जागरूकता कार्यक्रम
भारत सरकार के आयुष मंत्रालय के अंतर्गत केंद्रीय आयुर्वेदीय विज्ञान अनुसंधान परिषद (CCRAS) के राष्ट्रीय भारतीय चिकित्सा संपदा संस्थान (NIIMH) – गड्डीअन्नाराम मे दिनांक 07/10/2026 को "राष्ट्रीय पोषण माह" के अवसर पर मलकपेट सरकारी प्राथमिक विद्यालय में 'पोषण माह' (पोषण मासिक उत्सव) जागरूकता कार्यक्रम का भव्य आयोजन किया गया। गर्भवती महिलाओं, धात्री माताओं, किशोरियों और विशेष रूप से छोटे बच्चों में कुपोषण, एनीमिया और पोषण संबंधी कमियों को दूर करना इस योजना का मुख्य उद्देश्य है। इसके तहत स्कूली छात्रों में स्वस्थ खान-पान की आदतें और पोषण के महत्व के बारे में जागरूक किया गया। यह कार्यक्रम डॉ. जी.पी. प्रसाद, सहायक निदेशक (प्रभारी) के मार्गदर्शन में आयोजित किया गया।

इस अवसर पर डॉ. एन. सिंदुजा ने कहा कि बचपन वह समय है जब शरीर के अंगों के साथ-साथ मस्तिष्क का भी तेजी से विकास होता है। इस दौरान यदि उचित पोषण न मिले तो विकास मंद पड़ जाता है। सही भोजन करने वाले बच्चों में स्मरणशक्ति, कक्षा में ध्यान और अध्ययन क्षमता अधिक होती है। पोषक तत्वों से भरपूर आहार लेने से बच्चे अक्सर बुखार और सर्दी जैसी बीमारियों की चपेट में आने से बचते हैं और स्वस्थ रहते हैं। उन्होंने कहा कि बच्चों के शारीरिक और मानसिक विकास के लिए संतुलित आहार बहुत जरूरी है, जिससे वे रोग प्रतिरोधक क्षमता प्राप्त करते हैं। जंक फूड से दूर रहते हुए हमारे आसपास कम कीमत में मिलने वाले फल, सब्जियां, पत्तेदार सब्जियां (जैसे- चौलाई, पालक, सहजन के पत्ते), रागी और बाजरा जैसे पारंपरिक खाद्य पदार्थों में अद्भुत पोषक तत्व होते हैं इसे अपने आहार मे शामिल करें । उन्होंने छात्रों को अपने दैनिक आहार में मिलेट्स (श्री अन्न/मोटे अनाज) को शामिल करने की सलाह दी।
उन्होंने आगे बताया कि चाहे कितना भी अच्छा भोजन क्यों न किया जाए, यदि बिना हाथ धोए खाया तो कीटाणु पेट में चले जाते हैं और बीमारियां पैदा करते हैं। इसलिए भोजन करने से पहले और शौचालय का उपयोग करने के बाद हाथों को साबुन से अच्छी तरह धोना चाहिए। हर किसी को व्यक्तिगत स्वच्छता का पालन करना चाहिए। अंत में छात्रों को फल के रस (फ्रूट जूस) वितरित किए गए।
इस कार्यक्रम में संस्थान के लाइब्रेरियन के. श्रीनिवास राव, विद्यालय के प्रधानाध्यापक बी. श्रीनिवास राव, सुनीता, शिक्षक वर्ग, कर्मचारी और छात्र-छात्राएं उपस्थित थे।

On 7/10/2026, as part of the nationwide Poshan Maah, i.e., from September 7 to October 8 (Nutrition Month), Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, Hyderabad, conducted an interactive awareness program on healthy nutrition and dietary habits at the Government Primary School, Malakpet, today.
Organised under the leadership and guidance of Dr G.P. Prasad, Assistant Director In-Charge at NIIMH, the initiative aimed to instil foundational concepts of balanced nutrition and holistic health among young learners early in life.
During the program, Dr Nagula Sindhuja and K. Srinivasa Rao from NIIMH visited the school and interacted with students from Classes 1 to 5. The interactive session focused on key aspects of traditional and modern nutrition:
Healthy Eating Habits: Emphasising the daily inclusion of fresh local vegetables, seasonal fruits, and whole grains to support physical growth and cognitive development.
Nutritional Value of Millets: Educating students on traditional, highly nutrient-dense superfoods like millets to boost natural immunity, digestion, and long-term vitality.
Discouraging Junk Food: Sensitising children to the health risks associated with processed junk food and encouraging mindful, wholesome eating habits from a young age.
To demonstrate practical, wholesome alternatives to sugary commercial beverages, fresh fruit juice was served to all participating students during the event. The school management, teaching staff, and students enthusiastically participated, making the community outreach effort a successful drive toward better child nutrition.

Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi, Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

06/10/2026

Glimpses of the visit of PG Scholars and Faculty from Dr. BRKR Government Ayurvedic Medical College, Hyderabad, and Researchers from Wellness by Heartfulness, Kanha Shanti Vanam, Shamshabad, to the Training Programme for Investigators and Research Scholars from collaborating centres under the IMR project titled “A Cross-sectional Survey to Study the Distribution Pattern of Different Prakriti Types Across India: A Multi-centric Study”, organised by CCRAS-National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Hyderabad, under the guidance of Dr. G.P. Prasad, AD In-charge, on 06-10-2026.
The training programme focused on strengthening the understanding of the study protocol, Prakriti and Swasthya assessment, participant recruitment, documentation, data collection and research procedures, ensuring standardised implementation across collaborating centres.
The programme brought together PG scholars, faculty members and research personnel from the collaborating centres, fostering coordination and uniformity in the implementation of this large-scale multi-centric study.
Dr. T. Saketh Ram, R.O. (Ay.), and Dr. Santosh S. Mane, R.O. (Ay.), coordinated the event. Dr. V. Sridevi, R.O. (Ay.), Dr. Ashfaque Ahmad, R.O. (Unani), and Dr. Biswo Ranjan Das, R.O. (Homoeopathy), were present during the event.
Prataprao Jadhav Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences Rabinarayan Acharya Ayush-Ayurveda All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

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