Theme: Enhancing Teaching and Research Competence in Rachana Sharir

Introduction

The Department of Rachana Sharir, All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa, successfully organized a six-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) program for teachers of Rachana Sharir from 8th to 13th September 2025. The CME was designed to provide participants with comprehensive exposure to advanced anatomical knowledge, practical demonstrations, and innovative teaching methodologies.

The program was uniquely structured to integrate traditional concepts of Ayurveda Sharir with modern anatomical approaches, including radiological imaging, plastination, embalming, and virtual dissection techniques.

Additionally, the CME emphasized faculty skill development by encouraging innovative classroom practices, hands-on training, and critical discussions on research opportunities in the field of Rachana Sharir.

Objectives of the CME

• To strengthen teachers’ understanding of classical concepts of Rachana Sharir in the light of modern anatomical science.
• To impart practical exposure to advanced dissection methods, embalming, plastination, and virtual learning.
• To introduce modern diagnostic and imaging techniques relevant to anatomical teaching.
• To foster research aptitude and microteaching skills among faculty members.
• To provide a platform for academic exchange between experts and participants across the country.

Day-Wise Academic Highlights

Day 1 – Monday, 8th September 2025

The program commenced with registration and a formal inauguration.

• Session 1: Prof. Mahantesh B. Ramannavar delivered a lecture on the Dehadan Procedure and Anatomy Act, focusing on the ethical and legal aspects of cadaver donation.
• Session 2: Dr. Ashutosh Kumar Yadav conducted a Lumbar Puncture Demonstration and Spinal Cord Dissection, emphasizing clinical relevance.
• Session 3: Prof. Ramannavar demonstrated Foetal Dissection and Mounting, highlighting developmental anatomy.
• Session 4: Dr. Swati Bedekar presented on Typical Dissection of the Abdomen, integrating clinical correlations with Ayurveda anatomy.

Day 2 – Tuesday, 9th September 2025

• Session 1: Dr. Swati Bedekar discussed Radiological Anatomy and Imaging Techniques, stressing their utility in teaching and diagnostics.
• Special Interaction: Prof. Dr. Krishna Garg, Ex-Professor and Head, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, and Chief Editor of BD Chaurasia’s Textbook of Anatomy, interacted with the participants and shared her valuable experiences, inspiring faculty to enhance their teaching and research approaches.
• Sessions 2 & 3: Dr. Rakesh Kumar Sharma elaborated on Tantra Sharir and Granthi Sharir, revisiting classical texts with modern interpretations.
• Session 4: Dr. Ashutosh Kumar Yadav explained Srotas Sharir, enhancing understanding of body channels in relation to physiology and pathology.

Day 3 – Wednesday, 10th September 2025

• Session 1: Prof. Nilesh Korde presented on the Practical Relevance of Marma Sharir, emphasizing surgical and clinical perspectives.
• Session 2: Prof. Sunil Kumar Yadav conducted a session on Advanced Teaching Modules with Virtual Tools, providing hands-on training with virtual anatomy software.
• Session 3: Prof. Korde elaborated on the Concept of Praman Sharir, linking ancient measurement principles with modern anthropometry.
• Session 4: Prof. Sunil Kumar Yadav demonstrated Embalming and Specimen Mounting Techniques, ensuring effective preservation for teaching.
• Special Event: A video prepared by the students of the Department of Rachana Sharir, highlighting the journey of the department—a chronicle till date—was released by Prof. Sujatha, Dean, AIIA Goa.

Day 4 – Thursday, 11th September 2025

• Session 1: Prof. Seetharam M. conducted a detailed Craniotomy and Head-Neck Dissection.
• All participants also visited the AIIA Hospital, where they observed its functioning and the wide range of facilities being provided to the public by AIIA Goa.
• Session 2: Prof. Yogesh Badwe demonstrated Layer-wise Dissection on Cadaver, highlighting surgical incisions.
• Session 3: Prof. Badwe continued with Special Methods of Dissection and In-vivo Anatomical Study of neurovascular bundles, muscles, and anatomical triangles, enhancing clinical correlation.
• In the evening session, the faculty of the Department of Rachana Sharir conducted a hands-on training session on the Virtual Dissection Table at the Virtual Lab. Participants actively explored and experienced this advanced digital anatomy learning tool.

Day 5 – Friday, 12th September 2025

• Session 1: Prof. Kalpana Raje trained participants in Plastination Techniques and Specimen Mounting, a modern method for long-term preservation.
• Sessions 2 & 3: Prof. Saroj Patil discussed Applications of Rachana Sharir in Ayurveda and Comparative Considerations of Sandhi Sharir, merging classical understanding with biomechanics and orthopaedics.

Day 6 – Saturday, 13th September 2025

• Session 1: Dr. Sudhir Kumar guided teachers on How to Teach Garbha Sharir from an Ayurveda Perspective, focusing on pedagogy.
• Sessions 2 & 3: Prof. Royana Singh conducted Microteaching Sessions on Research Areas in Rachana Sharir along with a Practical Histology Demonstration.
• Session 4: Dr. Sudhir Kumar presented on Kala & Twacha Sharir, explaining the Ayurvedic description of body layers.

The program concluded with a Valedictory Function, where learnings were summarized and certificates were distributed.

Unique Features of the Program

• Integration of Ayurveda and Modern Anatomy: Balanced emphasis on classical concepts (Marma, Srotas, Praman) alongside modern anatomical methods.
• Hands-on Practical Sessions: Live dissections, embalming, plastination, histology, and imaging exposure.
• Pedagogical Innovations: Training in microteaching, virtual anatomy tools, and research methodology.
• Expert Faculty: Eminent speakers from across India enriched the sessions with their expertise.
• Distinguished Guest Interaction: The presence of Prof. Dr. Krishna Garg, a stalwart in the field of anatomy, added immense value by sharing her vast teaching and editorial experience.
• Outcome-Oriented Approach: Designed to enhance both subject knowledge and teaching methodologies for Ayurveda anatomy faculty.

Conclusion

The six-day CME program for Teachers of Rachana Sharir was a comprehensive academic initiative that successfully bridged the gap between Ayurveda Sharir and modern anatomical sciences. Through a blend of lectures, demonstrations, virtual training, and hands-on sessions, participants not only deepened their subject knowledge but also enhanced their pedagogical and research skills.

This CME marked a significant step in upgrading the academic standards of Ayurveda education, empowering teachers to integrate classical wisdom with modern anatomical insights, ultimately benefiting both students and the healthcare system.

Acknowledgement

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (RAV) for allotting this CME to AIIA, Goa, and to the Ministry of Ayush for their guidance and support.

A special note of thanks to Prof. Sujatha, Dean, AIIA Goa, for her trust, encouragement, and wholehearted support in the successful conduction of this six-day CME program.

We also sincerely thank all the faculty members, staff, and students of AIIA, Goa, for their dedicated efforts and cooperation, which contributed immensely to the smooth organization and grand success of this program.

HERAMB – Ganesh Festival 2025

With devotion and joy, the AIIA Goa family welcomed Lord Ganesha to our campus to celebrate Ganesh Mahotsav 2025.

The celebration was adorned with traditional rituals, cultural programs, and a spirit of togetherness, filling the campus with divine energy and positivity.

May Vighnaharta Shri Ganesha bless everyone with wisdom, health, and prosperity.

On June 21, 2024, AIIA Goa hosted a vibrant celebration for International Yoga Day 2024, organized by the Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga. The event commenced with Dhanvantri and Patanjali Stavana followed by a warm welcome to Chief Guest Mr. Sunil Anchipaka and Guest of Honour Smt. Jyoti Sirdesai. Participants engaged in dynamic Yoga sessions that encompassed various styles, promoting holistic health and well-being. Dr. Yogesh Shinde highlighted the month’s activities, emphasizing their role in raising awareness about Yoga’s benefits. The common Yoga Protocol and Yoga Fusion event was followed by insightful addresses from Mr. Sunil Anchipaka, IAS Officer and Director of the Department of Tourism, and Guest of Honour Smt. Jyoti Sardesai, from the Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration and Prof. Dr. Sujata Kadam, Dean, AIIA Goa Campus underlining the importance of Ayurveda and Yoga in fostering physical and mental wellness and promotion of wellness tourism in Goa.

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A two day ‘Review meeting of the National workshop on the development of SOP in the management of PCOS through Ayurveda’ was organised by the Department of Prasuti Tantra Streeroga, AIIA, Goa on 17th and 18th November, 2023 for which total twelve subject experts throughout the country were invited. An inaugural function was held on 17th November which was graced by the presence of chief guest Dr. Mahendra Ghanekar , Senior Gynaecologist, North Goa District Hospital, Mapusa, Goa. The session was followed by the presentation of the draft finalised in the previous Workshop held at AIIA, Delhi. Following it, the inaugural session was concluded with the presidential address by Respected Dean Prof. Dr. Sujata Kadam and Vote of thanks by Dr. Akhila M. Assistant Professor, SRPT Dept in the end

On the occasion of 8th Ayurveda Day 2023 and as a part of Jan Sandesh, Jan Andolan, All India Institute of Ayurveda,(AIIA) Goa in association with CCRAS, Goa; National Ayush Mission(NAM), Goa Ayurveda Medical Association had organized a rally at Panjim, Goa. The rally started in the morning at 9.30 am from Urban Health Centre, Panjim Goa. Rally was flagged off by Dr Geeta Kakodkar(Director, Urban Health Centre) and Dr Sujata Kadam (Dean, AIIA.) The rally covered various areas of the city involving 500 participants. (Out of which 200 Students of AIIA, 100 students of Gomantaka Ayurved college, Goa.75 doctors of NAM and 100 Doctors, non teaching staff from AIIA, 50 Ayurveda practitioners) participated in the rally. Slogans for promotion of Ayurveda, healthy life were recited during really. The citizens of Panjim participated in Ayurveda Day Rally. It was concluded in the Urban Health Centre. The Dr Sujata kadam( Dean, AIIA) Dr Raman (I/c Director CCRAS), Dr Minal Joshi, (Dy. Director, NAM). Dr Sneha Bhagwat, (President, Ayurveda Doctors association) address the rally. Prizes for various competitions organised by CCRAS like essey, rangoli, slogans were distributed. Dr Mohan Joshi (AIIA) and Dr Swapnil Auti (AIIA) coordinated the programme.

The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AllA), Goa, an ellite institute of the prestigious All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi, proudly conducted its Induction Ceremony for the second batch of students in a solemn event held at the Multipurpose seminar hall, AllA, Goa.

The ceremony, which took place on the 3rd of November,2023, was marked by traditional rituals and speeches from distinguished guests. The proceedings began with the soul- soothing Dhanwantari stuti, followed by the auspicious lamp lighting ceremony. In a symbolic representation of the revered Guru-Shishya Parampara, the teachers tied threads to the newly joined students, signifying a bond of knowledge and trust. The occasion was rather enriched by the Charaka Deeksha, a solemn Oath-taking ceremony. The event witnessed the participation and valuable insights from various dignitaries, including Prof Dr Sujata Kadam, Dean, AllA, Goa, who delivered the welcome address, Dr Mohan Joshi who introduced the institute, giving attendees an insight into its mission and vision and Dr Umesh Tagade, Honourable joint Director. The anguished Dr Raghuram Bhatta, President of NCISM, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honor. The Chief Guest, honourable Dean of the Goa Medical College, presented his thoughts. He opined that the Ayurvedic interventions should be scientific, research based and stressed on quality assurance. He also emphasized the need for stringent academic standards and advocated his willingness to collaborate with AIIA, Goa  witha vision for integrated approach to treatment which aims to provide superior health care facilities to patients. Prof Dr Tanuja Nesari, honourable Director, AllA, delivered the Presidential address, offering guidance and inspiration. The Associate Dean, Dr Kalpana Sathe, expressed gratitude and extended the Vote of Thanks. The Induction Ceremony concluded on a patriotic note with the rendition of the National Anthem, symbolizing unity and commitment towards the promotion of Ayurveda.

The All India Institute of Ayurveda, Goa, remains dedicated to its mission of nurturing the future of Ayurveda and empowering students with the knowledge and values of this ancient healing system of medicine..