Amrita School of Ayurveda

Dr. Shyam Vinayan, Associate Professor & Consultant, Department of P.G. Studies in Shalyatantra, Amrita School of Ayurveda, was invited as the resource person for the session “X-Ray Imaging: Principles to Clinical Interpretation” conducted as part of Paadapraveshika '26 – CBL Induction Programme at Vaidyaratnam P.S. Varier Ayurveda College (VPSV) , Kottakkal.

During the session, Dr. Shyam introduced first-year BAMS students to the fundamentals of X-ray imaging, radiation safety, and basic principles of radiographic interpretation, highlighting the importance of diagnostic imaging in contemporary clinical practice.

We congratulate Dr. Shyam Vinayan for this academic engagement and for representing Amrita School of Ayurveda in fostering inter-institutional learning and knowledge sharing.

World Environment Day celebration - planting medicinal plant sapling at Amrita Herbal Garden, Amrita School of Ayurveda

World Environment Day 2026 Observance

The Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, Amrita School of Ayurveda, Amritapuri, observed World Environment Day 2026 by organizing an Environmental Awareness Programme at S.V.H.S.S., Clappana, on 4th June 2026.

The programme was conducted with the objective of fostering environmental responsibility among students, enhancing awareness about climate-related challenges, and inspiring the younger generation to contribute towards building a greener and more sustainable future.

The event commenced with the distribution and plantation of five medicinal plant saplings in the school courtyard. The saplings distributed included Rasna, Usheera, Dadima, Sahachara, and Kadamba, highlighting the importance of medicinal plants in healthcare and environmental conservation. Teachers, Plus Two students of Scouts and Guides, PG Scholars from Amrita School of Ayurveda, along with the Manager, Principal, and PTA President of S.V.H.S.S., Clappana, actively participated in the plantation initiative.

An interactive awareness session was subsequently conducted on the theme “Nature and Climate: Building a Sustainable Future.” The session focused on the significance of environmental conservation, the growing impact of climate change on ecosystems and human health, sustainable lifestyle practices, and the crucial role of youth in protecting the environment. The medicinal uses of the distributed plants were also explained in detail.

The programme further emphasized the wisdom of Ayurveda in promoting a harmonious relationship between humans and nature. Discussions highlighted how traditional knowledge systems advocate sustainable living practices that support both individual health and environmental well-being.

As part of the World Environment Day celebrations, the Department is also organizing activities for college students on 5th June 2026, including “Best out of Waste” and “Mobile Photography” competitions, along with a sapling plantation programme at the Amrita Herbal Garden.

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from the school community and successfully created awareness regarding environmental protection and climate action. It encouraged students to actively engage in tree plantation and conservation activities while promoting environmentally responsible behavior and sustainable practices.

The event concluded with a collective pledge by all participants that the practice of sustainability should not be limited to the observance of World Environment Day alone but should be embraced as a continuous responsibility through conscious actions and eco-friendly choices in daily life.

🌱 “Protect Nature Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow.”

World No To***co Day 2026

World No To***co Day was observed on 31st May 2026 across various departments and the hospital of Amrita School of Ayurveda. Faculty, students, staff, and patients participated in awareness activities and took the No To***co Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to a tobacco-free life and a healthier future.

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We are delighted to congratulate Ms. Imega, Final Year PG Scholar, Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, for securing the Third Prize in the Poster Making Competition conducted in connection with World Hypertension Day by the House surgeons Association and the Department of Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurveda College, Kannur.
This achievement reflects her creativity, academic involvement, and dedication towards promoting health awareness through scientific communication. The institution takes pride in her accomplishment and appreciates her efforts in bringing recognition to the department and the college.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Imega and wish her continued success in all her future academic and professional endeavors.

We are proud to share the publication of a review article titled “Traditional wisdom through scientific evidence: a review of Marma manipulation in Amsa sandhimoksa (shoulder joint dislocation) with a special focus on the Milch method” by faculty and PG scholars of Amrita School of Ayurveda, published in Frontiers in Medicine – Family Medicine and Primary Care, a Q1 indexed journal.

This work highlights the integration of traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with modern scientific perspectives in the management of shoulder joint dislocation.

Congratulations to the authors
Dr. Shyam Vinayan,
Dr. Soumya Mohan &
Dr. Sruthi Chenganakattil
on this academic achievement.

We are delighted to share that Faculty and PG scholars from Amrita School of Ayurveda have published a case report in Frontiers in Medicine – Family Medicine and Primary Care a Q1 indexed journal titled "Minimally invasive thermal
cauterotherapy (Agnikarma) in grade V
re**al prolapse: a unique case report"

Congratulations to the authors
Dr. Shyam Vinayan,
Dr. Soumya Mohan,
Dr. Sruthi Chenganakattil &
Dr.Aparna Thilak
on this remarkable academic achievement, showcasing the clinical potential of Ayurveda in advanced surgical conditions.

Congratulations to all the Authors on your outstanding achievement and valuable scholarly contribution.

Congratulations to the Awardees of Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences PG STAR 4.0 (Scheme for Training in Ayurveda Research for PG Scholars 2025–2026)

🔹 Dr. Ejinakhan N
Guide: Dr. Priya S

🔹 Dr. Pratiksha Krishnarao Ulhe
Guide: Dr. Harikrishnan M
Co-guide: Dr. Parvathy Unnikrishnan

🔹 Dr. Mahendra S
Guide: Dr. Vishnu Raj

Wishing the scholars and guides continued success in Ayurveda research and innovation. ✨