Introduction
Medicinal plants are indispensable link between health and disease. Diligent knowledge of medicinal plants is essential for health and effective treatment. Dravyaguna consists of studying of medicinal plants which are used for disease prevention and cure.
The Department has commenced PG course from 1990 which is signified by the presence of a herbal garden consisting of different species of plants and herbs that are used to edify scholars as well as general audience about their therapeutic uses. The herbs are also utilized in preparing fresh medicines for in-patient needs of hospital. Museum is also famed part of the department.
The principal objective is to provide standard education and training to undergraduates (BAMS)students as well as postgraduates scholars (M.D.Ayu) which includes classical, rational & contemporary knowledge of therapeutic uses of medicinal plants in different diseased conditions.
Facilities in the Department
We have two well maintained herbal gardens consisting of 250 species. Many of them are QR coded for plant information to benefit students as well as general public.
Amongst them, some important species are:
- Raktachandan (Pterocarpus santalinus Linn)
- Sarpagandha (Rauwolfia serpentina Kurz)
- Ashok (Saraca asoca Willd)
- Agaru (Aquilaria agallocha Roxb.)
- Ankol (Alangium salviifolium Linn.)
- Chandan (Santalum album Linn)
- Hijjal (Barringtonia acutangula Gaertn)
Department Initiative
- Plantation drive of medicinal plants is conducted yearly.
- Educational tours (local & out of state) are organized every year.
- Students are guided for paper presentation and research publications.
Museum
Departmental Museum preserves wet and dry specimens for study purpose.
Laboratory
Well-equipped Pharmacognosy Lab as per NCISM norms.
Library
Departmental library includes Ayurveda and pharmacology reference books.
Audio-visual Facility
AV and WiFi facilities available for teaching and learning.
Charts
Educational charts of herbal drugs and pharmacology concepts are available.
Field Visit
Regular field visits and study tours are conducted annually.
Skin OPD
The Skin OPD provides diagnosis and treatment for skin, hair, and nail disorders such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, fungal infections, vitiligo, and hair fall.
Patients are evaluated based on Dosha, Dushya, and disease manifestation. Treatments include Shamana and Shodhana therapies, internal medicines, external applications, diet, and lifestyle counseling.
The Skin OPD aims to improve quality of life through holistic and effective care.
Faculty Details
| Sr. No | Name of Faculty | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Sanjay Raghobaji Talmale | BAMS, MD, MRAV | Professor |
| 2 | Dr. Seema Sameer Chaughule | BAMS, MD, PhD Sch. | Associate Professor |
| 3 | Dr. Bipin Ramesh Dhalpe | BAMS, MD, PhD | Associate Professor |
| 4 | Dr. Santosh Tanaji Kadam | B.A.MS, MD, MPH | Assistant Professor |
| 5 | Dr. Kalyani Dilip Sakpal | B.A.MS, MD | Assistant Professor |
Recent Publication of Faculty
Dr. Sanjay Raghobaji Talmale
Books:
- Plants and other drugs of Sushruta Samhita Saptadhyayi, Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth New Delhi Publication 2002 (with Acharya Priya Vrat Sharma).
- Priyavratanugraha arthat Dravyaguna vidnyan dhanwantari publication Nagpur 2017
- Priyavratanugraha -I, Dhanwantari publication, Nagpur, 2024
- Priyavratanugraha -II, Dhanwantari publication, Nagpur, 2024
- Priyavratanugraha -III, Dhanwantari publication, Nagpur, 2024
- Sampurna Dravyaguna Vidnyan, Mayur publication, Dharashiv 2005
Research Articles:
- A review study of lekhaniya mahakashaya in the management of Obesity, IAMJ, 2023.
- Elaborative study of Kanthya mahakashaya, WJPR, 2021.
- A critical review of MRID or chhardinigrahan dravya, WJPR, 2019
- Antifungal acitivity of root of kasamarda, WJPR, 2019
- A critical review of Netramayhar dravya in Guduchyadi varga, WJPR, 2020
Dr. Seema Sameer Choughule
Books:
- Medicinal Flora of R.A. Podar Ayurved College Garden – An Illustrated Reference published on 23rd September 2025.
- Assisted to write Book on Ayurved आयुष चिकित्सा पद्धतींची उपयुक्तता on the behalf of Ayush Sanchalanalaya, Maharashtra, Mumbai and the books were distributed at Maha Arogya Shibir held in 2017.
- Ayurvedic Pharmacology Demystified: A Comprehensive Guide for PG, PhD Scholars – Book River Publications, 2025.
- Pomengranate Potency: Antimicrobial insights in 2024.
Research Articles:
- Recent development of herbal formulation- a novel drug delivery system, international ayurvedic medical journal, vol 2 issue 6; nov-dec – 2014, 952-958, 2320 – 5091.
- Pharmacological review of akashvel (cuscuta reflexa roxb), international journal of pharmacology research, vol 5; issue 3; 2015, 31-33, 2249 - 7641.
- Medicinal properties of wild leafy vegetables available in maharashtra state in rainy season, international journal of recent scientific reasearch, vol 6, issue 8; aug 2015, 5875-5879, 0976 - 3031.
- Storage, packing and labeling concept with perspective of raw herbs and their formulation, unique journal of ayurvedic and herbal medicines, vol 3(4); jul- aug 2015; 42-46, 2347 – 2375.
- Non-medicinal uses of various gums and resins, world journal of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences, vol 6, issue 04, apr 2017, 692-702, 2278 - 4357.
- Effect of shodhana and shamana chikitsa in eka – kushtha (psoriasis) – a single case study, vd. Mayuri shinde, dr. Seema atram, world journal of pharmaceuticle research, vol 7. Issue 05, feb 2018; 1095 – 1065, 2277 – 7105.
- Review article on therapeutic potential of different types of vajikarana ghrita in male infertility w.s.r. to charak samhita, dr. Shubham charbhe, dr. Seema atram, vol 12, issue 6, 2023, 306 – 312, 2277 – 7105.
Dr. Bipin Ramesh Dhalpe
Books:
- Medicinal Flora of R.A. Podar Ayurved College Garden – An Illustrated Reference published on 23rd September 2025.
Research Articles:
- Critical analysis of Rasayana dravyas from Bhavprakash nighantu on the basis of Rasapanchaka, IJAAM-vol 3, issue 5 (2015), eISSN-2348-0173, pISSN-2395-3985.
- Critical analysis of Swasthahita dravyas from Charak Samhita and Sushruta Samhita. Ayurlog: National Journal of Research in Ayurved Science, Vol 4, 1st January-April 2016, ISSN 2320-7329.
- Effect of Shodhana and Shamana Chikitsa in Eka Kushtha (PSORIASIS)-A Single Case study, WJPR, Vol 7, Issue 05,1059-1065, ISSN 2277-7105.
- Review of traditional medicinal plant amarkand from bhimashankar region of Maharashtra. IJRAR E-ISSN: 2348-1269, P-ISSN: 2349-5138, Volume 10, Issue 3, 2023.
- Interview article on topic - “Heat waves in summer season and it’s general and ayurvedic management” published in Chitralekha, 24 April 2023.
- Review of Bherali Mad (Caryota Urens L.): Folklore Medicinal Plant of Maharashtra. IAMJ, ISSN:2320-5091, November 2023.
- A ethno medicinal review of traditional medicinal plant “Garambi” from Maharashtra state. Ayurline, e-ISSN: 2456-4435, Vol 7, Issue 4, Oct-Dec 2023.
- Critical analysis of Shoolahara Dravyas from Haritakyadi Varga of Bhavaprakash Nighantu based on Rasapanchaka and its action on dosha. YMT International Journal of Ayurvedic System of Medicine, Volume-3 Issue-1, Jan-June 2024.
- Critical Review of Shigru (Moringa Oleifera Lam.): An Antiobesity drug. YMT International Journal Of Ayurvedic System of Medicine, Vol 3, Issue 1, Jan-June 2024.
- A critical review of Keshya dravyas in Bhavaprakash Nighantu wsr to its Rasapanchaka. IAMJ Volume XIV (Issue 04, April 2026), ISSN: 2320-5091.
Dr. Santosh Tanaji Kadam
Books:
- Ayurvedic Pharmacology Demystified: A Comprehensive Guide for PG, PhD Scholars – Book River Publications, 2025.
- Pomegranate Potency: Antimicrobial Insights – Book River Publications, 2025.
Research Articles:
- Critical Analysis of Charakokta Mahakashaya in the Management of Respiratory System Disorders w.s.r. COVID-19 Pandemic – IJAPR, 2023.
- Health Determinants in Ayurveda: A Comprehensive Review of Concepts and Practices – IJAPR, 2024.
- Critical Review of Shadang Paneeya: An Ayurvedic Herbal Formulation with Potential Immunomodulatory and Therapeutic Benefits – IJAPR, 2024.
- Digital Health Informatics Framework for Traditional Medical Systems: Transforming Ayurvedic Epidemiology into Precision Population Health – FHI, 2024.
- A Comprehensive Assessment of Ayurvedic Patient Care Services in a Modern Medicine Public Tertiary Care Hospital – RGUHS JAYUSH, 2025.
- Patient Satisfaction with Ayurveda Out-Patient Services in a Tertiary Healthcare Setting: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study – JAHM, 2025.
- Vasant Kusumakar Rasa: A Micronutrient-Rich Rasayana for Multi-Pronged Diabetes Management – IAMJ, 2025.
- Analytical Standardization and Multi-Stage Ayurvedic Shodhana of Vacha Rhizomes (Acorus calamus Linn.): HPTLC Fingerprinting, β-Asarone Detoxification, and Phytochemical Profiling – IJPSR, 2026.
Dr. Kalyani Dilip Sakpal
Research Articles:
- In Vitro Study of Aqueous Extract of Nagavalli (Piper betle Linn.) on SCC 29B cell line: WJPR, Volume 10, Issue 2, 1447-1456.
- A review on Sandhaniya Mahakashaya, PDEAS International Journal of Research in Ayurved and Allied Sciences, Volume 5 Issue 1; 28th February 2023, ISSN (online): 2583-2018.
- Exploring Nagavalli Patra (Piper betle Linn) through the Lens of Classical Ayurvedic Texts: A Literature-Based Review, IJPPR, March 2026 Vol.: 32, Issue: 3, ISSN 2349–7203.
Papers Presentations By Faculty
Dr. Seema Sameer Choughule
- Evidence based use of Upvisha Dravya Langali (Gloriosa Superba Linn.) formulation in Kshudra Vikara’ at AYURBODH 20205 – National Ayurved conference. On 22nd February 2025.
- Delivered Guest lecture at for Madhya Mumbai Marathi Vigyan Sangh on the topic “Ayurvedic Herbs & Spices: Ghar Ghar me Ayurved” on 31st May 2025.
- Delivered Guest lecture at for K.J. Sommaiyya College of Biotechnology on the topic “Regional Food Traditions in India with perspective of Ayurveda” on 01st August 2025.
- Delivered a lecture on “Vet-Aayurved / Pet-Aayurved” role of Ayurveda in Animal Care at Ayush Natural World Expo 2025 on 10th August 2025.
- Paper presentation on ‘Endangered Species Conservation Techniques’ at Ayush Natural World Expo 2024 on 27th November 2024.
Dr. Santosh Kadam
- “AI-Assisted Discovery and Safety Prediction of Ayurvedic Herb-Derived Molecules: Integrating Generative Models, Network Pharmacology, and Classical Validation Frameworks” at the National Seminar AYURTECH 2025 – Pradnya: AI for Ayurveda (Application of Artificial Intelligence in Ayurveda: Opportunities and Roadmap) held at R. A. Podar Medical College (Ayu.), Mumbai, on 28 December 2025.
- “Network Pharmacology and Phytomedicine” at the National Level AYUSH EXPO held at Goregaon, Mumbai, on 11 August 2025.
- Presented a paper at AGNIBODH at a National Level Academic Program held at Nallasopara Ayurved College, Nallasopara.
- Presented a paper at the National Conference RASABHISHAK 2024 held at Government Ayurved College, Nagpur, on 24–25 February 2024.
Dr. Kalyani Dilip Sakpal
- Critical review on Sandhaniya Mahakashaya in Atisara. Presented at Arogya Fest 2020, NESCO Goregaon on 1st February 2020.
Awards and Achievements
Dr. Sanjay Raghobaji Talmale
- Fellowship of Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth, New Delhi in 2019 in a programme presided over by the Honorable Vice President of India.
- Ex-Governing Body Member, Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth, New Delhi.
- Ex-Governing Body Member, Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia Committee of India.
- Awarded by Rotary Club of India, Nagpur Branch, for contribution in the field of Ayurved Teaching.
- V. M. Gogate Award by Vd. Khadiwale Pratishthan, Pune for contribution in the field of Dravyaguna and cultivation of medicinal plants.
- Resource Person at various Reorientation Programmes and CMEs in Dravyaguna.
Vd. Seema Atram
- Appreciation Award bestowed by Nature Fit and R.A. Podar Medical College (Ayu), Worli, Mumbai-18 in the year 2022.
Vd. Bipin Dhalpe
- Appreciation Award bestowed by Nature Fit and R.A. Podar Medical College (Ayu), Worli, Mumbai-18 in the year 2022.
Research Activities
Ph.D. Research Scholar
| Sr. No | Name of Ph.D. Scholar | Title of Synopsis |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vd. Ashashri T. Shinde | A physicochemical and controlled clinical study of Padmak (Prunus cerasoides D. Don) as vedanasthapak in supti. |
P.G. Research Scholar
| Sr. No | Name of PG Scholar | Title of Synopsis | PG Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Ambhrunee Ravi | A Comparative study of the Phytochemical and Physicochemical properties of Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa Kurz) and Mishreya (Foeniculum vulgare Mill) and their Antimicrobial Activity. | Vd. Seema Atram |
| 2 | Dr. Mrunal Anjane | A comparative study of Nagakesara(Mesua ferrea Linn) with its substituent species viz. Surpunnag (Ochrocarpus longifolius benth & hook) and Punnaga (Calophyllum inophyllum) along with its market sample w.s.r. to their invitro anti-bacterial activity. | Vd. Bipin Dhalpe |
| 3 | Dr. Vaishnavi Potkatare- | Analysis of Palash pushpa (Butea monosperma Lam. Kuntze) pak and study of its Acid Neutralizing Capacity. | Vd. Seema Atram |
| 4 | Dr. Pooja Patil | A Comparative study of Bakul (Mimusops elengi Linn) bark and its pratinidhi dravya Babool (Acacia arebica Willd) bark with reference to their in vitro antimicrobial activity | Vd. Seema Atram |
| 5 | Dr. Geeta Hunnurkar | A Comparative study of the Phytochemical and Physicochemical properties of Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa Kurz) and Mishreya (Foeniculum vulgare Mill) and their Antimicrobial Activity. | Vd. Bipin Dhalpe |
PG Scholar Paper Presentation & Publications
Dr. Ambhrunee Ravi
- Ayurvedic Dermatology: Simplified approaches for practitioners
- Yashtimadhu in Charakokta agrya sangraha
- Integral management of Psoriasis through Ayurvedic dermatology: A case report
- Cervical spondylosis: A Ayurvedic analysis
- Clinical application of Sariva in lifestyle disorders.
- Pathadi yoga for integral management of Crohn’s disease: A case report - IAMJ Volume XIV (Issue 05, May 2026), ISSN 2320-5091.
Dr. Mrunal Anjane
- Haritamanjari (Acalypha indica) – A review, WORLD EXPO-NESCO, Goregaon
- Herbal tea for healthy skin, AAPCON 2025, International
- Bhunimbadi churna in the management of Ulcerative colitis (Pittaj Grahani) - A review, AGNIBODH National Conference
- A critical review of Keshya dravyas in Bhavaprakash Nighantu w.s.r. to its Rasapanchaka. IAMJ Volume XIV (Issue 04, April 2026), ISSN: 2320-5091
Dr. Vaishnavi Potkatare
- Managing stress and anxiety though Ayurvedic practices (Ayurbodh 2024)
- Approaching chronic kidney disease (CKD) through the Ayurvedic perspective
Dr. Pooja Patil
- Evidence based study on Analgesic and anti-inflammatory action of Guggul, Shallaki and Nirgundi (Ayurbodh 2024)
