स्व. सुनील रामसिंगजी चुनावाले आयुर्वेद महाविद्यालय

Department of Kriya Sharir

Introduction

Established in 2000, the Department of Kriya Sharir has grown to become a cornerstone of Ayurvedic education. Our department is fully equipped with modern instruments, a robust infrastructure, and a well-curated museum featuring the latest charts, models, and specimens to enhance the learning experience.

The department is led by a team of highly qualified faculty members, all of whom are approved by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. Our faculty is committed to academic excellence — regularly conducting internal assessments, setting question papers, and serving as invigilators for university examinations. They also provide career guidance and specialized mentorship for both high-achievers and students needing extra assistance.

Department Vision

To provide undergraduate students with a comprehensive understanding of Kriya Sharir, the cornerstone of Ayurvedic physiology. We aim to equip them with a new, scientific approach to the fundamental principles of Ayurveda — including Dosha, Dhatu, Agni, Prakriti, Sara, Atma, and Mana — so they can define normal physiological functions, understand mechanisms of disease, and apply this foundational knowledge to clinical practice with confidence. Our ultimate vision is to cultivate skilled and compassionate Ayurvedic practitioners who are well-prepared to treat diseases effectively and holistically.

Department Mission

Our mission is to equip every first-year BAMS student with a robust, applied understanding of Kriya Sharir. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

1. Apply fundamental Ayurvedic principles like Dosha, Dhatu, Agni, and Mala to diagnose diseases and plan treatment.
2. Master the theoretical and clinical knowledge of Kriya Sharir for effective therapeutic application.
3. Design personalized healthy lifestyles for patients by conducting thorough Prakriti assessments.
4. Cultivate Dhatusarata (tissue vitality) and immunity in individuals.
5. Perform practical laboratory skills, including the proper handling of instruments and the demonstration of hematological and urine examinations.
6. Serve as a guide for holistic health, empowering patients to maintain physical and mental well-being.

Future Plan

Our aim is to establish the Department of Kriya Sharir as a leader in Ayurvedic education and research. Key focus areas include:

• Academic Excellence: Integrate modern scientific methods with traditional Ayurvedic principles; upgrade museum and laboratories with modern equipment.
• Research & Innovation: Set up a dedicated research unit to scientifically validate core Ayurvedic concepts like Dosha and Dhatu.
• Student Development: Organize an annual national seminar to encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration among experts.

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HOD Message

"Welcome to the Department of Kriya Sharir. Our department is dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive understanding of Ayurvedic physiology, which is the cornerstone of effective clinical practice. The study of Kriya Sharir empowers aspiring practitioners to understand the body's normal functions and to identify the subtle deviations that lead to disease. Our experienced faculty, with support from modern facilities and a well-equipped museum, is committed to mentoring students both academically and clinically. We focus on bridging ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with a contemporary scientific approach, preparing our students to serve the community with confidence and compassion."

Dr. Manisha Jaybhaye — H.O.D

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Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana

Introduction

Welcome to the Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, the backbone of Ayurvedic pharmaceutics. This department bridges the ancient wisdom of alchemy with modern pharmacological standards, focusing on the identification, processing, and formulation of traditional medicines. In the journey of an Ayurvedic scholar, this subject represents the transition from theoretical knowledge to practical healing.

Core Pillars of the Department

Rasashastra (Iatrochemistry): Deals with the pharmaceutical processing of metals, minerals, and gems. Through sophisticated processes like Shodhana (purification) and Marana (incineration), raw elements are converted into highly potent, biocompatible Bhasmas and Rasayogas.

Bhaishajya Kalpana (Pharmacognosy & Pharmaceutics): Focuses on the processing of herbal raw materials. It covers the Pancha-vidha Kashaya Kalpana (five basic formulations): Swarasa (fresh juice), Kalka (herbal paste), Kwatha (decoction), Hima (cold infusion), and Phant (hot infusion).

Academic Objectives

• Standardization: Learning to maintain consistency and quality in Ayurvedic formulations using modern analytical tools.
• Safety Protocols: Understanding the rigorous purification processes required to eliminate toxicity from mineral-based drugs.
• Dosage Forms: Mastering various preparations including Vati (tablets), Taila (medicated oils), Asava-Arishta (fermented liquids), and Lepa (topical pastes).
• Modern Integration: Evaluating Ayurvedic drugs on parameters like pH value, ash value, and thin-layer chromatography (TLC).

Facilities & Practical Learning

Career Prospects

Graduates specializing in Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana are uniquely positioned for roles in:

• Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Industry (Production and R&D)
• Drug Inspection and Government Regulatory bodies
• Academia and Research
• Entrepreneurship in wellness and herbal product manufacturing

Department Vision

Empowering Global Health through Pharmaceutical Excellence in Ayurveda. The department envisions becoming a global center of excellence for Ayurvedic pharmacy, bridging the gap between ancient alchemical wisdom and contemporary scientific validation. Strategic pillars include scientific validation of traditional processes, innovation in drug delivery systems, quality assurance by design, ethical entrepreneurship, and global integration of herbo-mineral formulations through rigorous safety profiling.

Core Values: Purity (Shuddhata) — adhering strictly to classical purification standards. Precision (Yatharthata) — ensuring exactitude in pharmaceutical measurements and heating cycles. Compassion (Karuna) — developing medicines with the ultimate goal of alleviating human suffering and promoting longevity.

Department Mission

• Hands-on Technical Training: Intensive practical exposure in the department's teaching pharmacy for independent preparation of classical formulations.
• Quality & Safety Assurance: Prioritizing Shodhana (purification) processes to eliminate toxicity and ensure highest safety standards for herbo-mineral preparations.
• Scientific Validation: Encouraging use of modern analytical instruments — HPTLC, Flame Photometry, and Disintegration tests — to standardize Ayurvedic drugs.
• Research & Development: Fostering inquiry into new drug delivery systems and validating the pharmacological actions of ancient recipes.
• Ethical Manufacturing: Instilling professional integrity and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for authentic production of Ayurvedic medicines.

The Mission in Practice: Student Competencies

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Future Plan

The academic roadmap transforms students into specialized researchers bridging traditional alchemy and modern bio-medicine through: higher specialization (MD / PhD in Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana); interdisciplinary research in nanotechnology, pharmacology & toxicology, and analytical chemistry (SEM-EDX, XRD); and specialized certification courses in Pharmacovigilance, IPR, and Clinical Research (GCP).

Academic Career Pathways

Awards & Achievements

CCRAS SPARK Award Selection: Sameer Narkhede (2025), Vaishnavi Shingane (2025), Shrushti Ingle (2026)

STRG MUHS Nashik Selection: Tushan Chavhan (2025), Arya Kadam (2025), Gayatri Mirge (2025)

HOD Message

"Welcome to the Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, where we celebrate the profound intersection of ancient chemistry and clinical healing. While other subjects teach you 'what' to treat, we teach you 'how' to create the tools for that treatment. A physician's success is only as strong as the quality of the medicine they use. In our labs and pharmacies, you will learn the sacred art of Samskara — the process of transforming raw, often toxic elements of nature into life-saving, biocompatible medicines. Embrace the laboratory, ask questions, and strive for excellence. The future of Ayurveda is in your hands, and that future is crafted right here in the pharmacy."

Dr. J. S. Gulhane — HOD

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Department of Roga Nidan & Vikriti Vigyan

Introduction

The Department of Rognidan evum Vikrutivigyan was established in 1992 and has since evolved into a full-fledged center for teaching, research, and patient care. The department is equipped with modern instruments and infrastructure, a spacious computerized laboratory, and a well-developed museum — all supporting teaching, research, and clinical applications in line with today's changing world.

The department functions as a custodian of classical Ayurvedic knowledge while continuously refining it to meet modern healthcare needs. By integrating basic sciences and modern investigative procedures, it addresses global healthcare challenges. The academic focus includes training students in Rognidan (General Pathology) and Vikrutivigyan (Systemic Pathology), imparting diagnostic skills from both Ayurvedic and modern perspectives, and preparing competent Ayurvedic professionals for practice, teaching, and research.

Academic & Research Activities

• PG students actively participate in seminars, workshops, and academic events under faculty guidance.
• Faculty and PG students regularly present and publish research papers in national and international seminars.
• The department promotes research interest among students, ensuring active involvement of both learners and teachers.

Department Vision

To become a centre of excellence in Ayurvedic education, research, and clinical diagnosis, setting benchmarks of quality at both national and international levels. The department aspires to propagate Ayurveda globally by producing skilled, competent, and ethical professionals who combine the wisdom of Ayurveda with modern scientific approaches — integrating classical Ayurvedic principles with advancements in modern diagnostics to serve society with competence, innovation, and integrity.

Department Mission

• Continuously enhance educational programs to achieve international standards of excellence.
• Lead in education, training, research, and patient care, setting benchmarks in the field.
• Provide accurate, timely, and high-quality diagnostic services to ensure optimal patient management.
• Impart excellence in education and training for UG students, fostering intellectual growth, ethical values, and critical thinking.
• Pursue continuous advancement of knowledge through basic and applied research, expanding the scope of Rognidan and Vikrutivigyan.

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Future Plan

• Establish a well-equipped computerized pathology lab, including electrolytes and HbA1C facilities.
• Standardize and scientifically evaluate ancient clinical and laboratory diagnostic technologies (e.g., Tailbindu Parikshan Yantra for Mutra Parikshan).
• Develop diagnostic devices to validate ancient diagnostic tools.
• Establish Ayurvedic investigations for Rakta, Mala, and Mutra.
• Correlate laboratory investigations with Ayurvedic clinical diagnostic principles.
• Conduct aetiopathological and clinico-pathological studies, including development of Samprapti-Ghatakas for newly observed diseases (Anukta Vyadhis).
• Organize Reorientation Training Programs (ROTP) and CME in Rognidan and Vikriti Vigyan for teachers and medical officers.
• Carry out research projects and health camps with PG students.
• Obtain Recognition as a Ph.D. Department.

HOD Message

"It is my privilege to introduce the Department of Rognidan evum Vikruti Vigyan, the diagnostic backbone of our Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Rugnalaya. Established to blend Ayurvedic diagnostic wisdom with modern scientific tools, the department has grown into a centre of excellence in teaching, research, and patient care. I am proud of my dedicated faculty team, who not only impart knowledge but also contribute to research, innovation, and community health. Together, we strive to shape the future of Ayurveda diagnostics."

Dr. S. M. Kinge — HOD

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