**Executive Summary**
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) held its 5th Executive Committee Meeting on July 3, 2026, to strengthen the evidence-based Ayurveda research ecosystem. Chaired by the Secretary of the Ministry of Ayush, the meeting focused on launching three landmark initiatives related to education, scientific writing, and digital transformation. Key action items include the release of a new Research Methodology textbook and the opening of the Expression of Interest for the CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27 program.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Educational Initiatives**
* **Research Methodology Textbook:** Launched under the *Ayurved Prabodhini Granthamala* series, authored by 50 research scientists and faculty.
* **Curriculum Alignment:** The textbook complies with the Outcome-Based Dynamic Curriculum prescribed by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) for postgraduate and doctoral studies.
* **Skill Development:** Aims to enhance scientific thinking and evidence-based research competencies for MD, MS, and Ph.D. scholars.
**Scientific Writing and Communication**
* **CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27:** Launched the Expression of Interest (EoI) for this flagship initiative to promote scientific writing among young researchers.
* **Capacity Building:** The program will utilize structured, institution-based workshops to improve publication skills and nurture a robust research culture.
**Digital Governance**
* **Digital Ecosystem Dashboard:** Introduced an integrated platform (dashboard.ccras.org.in) to showcase the Council's digital resources.
* **Transparency and Outreach:** Designed to improve accessibility and facilitate the dissemination of research outputs and institutional resources to the public.
**Institutional Achievements**
* **Accreditations:** CCRAS institutes have secured 21 NABH and NABL accreditations.
* **Platform Success:** Recognition of the Ayush Diksha platform and successful international collaborative research initiatives.
* **Public Health:** Highlighted the completion of a large-scale study on anaemia among adolescent girls.
**Impact Analysis**
**Postgraduate and Ph.D. Scholars (MD/MS/Ph.D.)**
**Impact**
Scholars will have access to standardized educational resources and professional development in scientific communication.
**Action Required**
Scholars should adopt the new Research Methodology textbook and apply for participation in PRAYATNA 2026–27 workshops.
**Ayurvedic Educational and Research Institutions**
**Impact**
Institutions serve as the hubs for new workshops and are integrated into a more transparent digital ecosystem.
**Action Required**
Institutions must respond to the Expression of Interest (EoI) for CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27 and align their doctoral/postgraduate teaching with the new NCISM-prescribed textbook.
**The Research Community and General Public**
**Impact**
Stakeholders gain improved transparency and easier access to evidence-based Ayurveda research and institutional outputs.
**Action Required**
Interested parties can access research data and institutional updates via the new CCRAS Digital Ecosystem Dashboard at dashboard.ccras.org.in.
Key Entities Referenced
Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS): The apex research body under the Ministry of Ayush responsible for advancing evidence-based Ayurveda research, education, and public health.
Ministry of Ayush: The primary government ministry overseeing the development, education, and research of traditional Indian systems of medicine.
CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27: A flagship initiative launched to promote scientific writing and publication skills among postgraduate and Ph.D. scholars in Ayurveda.
CCRAS Digital Ecosystem Dashboard: An integrated digital platform launched to improve transparency, accessibility, and the dissemination of research outputs and institutional resources.
National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM): The regulatory body that prescribes the Outcome-Based Dynamic Curriculum for postgraduate and doctoral Ayush education.
AYUSH
CCRAS Holds 5th Executive Committee Meeting;
Launches Three Major Research Initiatives
"CCRAS Has Emerged as a Strong Pillar of Evidence-Based
Ayurveda Research": Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha
प्रव तथ: 03 JUL 2026 8:34PM by PIB Delhi
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), the apex research body under the
Ministry of Ayush, convened its 5th Executive Committee (EC) Meeting today under the chairmanship of
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush. The meeting marked a significant step towards
further strengthening the country's evidence-based Ayurveda research ecosystem through the launch of
three major initiatives aimed at promoting research, education, scientific writing and digital
transformation.
Addressing the Executive Committee, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, appreciated
the significant contributions of CCRAS in advancing evidence-based Ayurveda research, education and
public health. He lauded the Council's sustained efforts in strengthening the national research ecosystem
and encouraged the organisation to continue pursuing innovation and excellence.
The Secretary congratulated CCRAS on several notable achievements, including securing 21 NABH and
NABL accreditations across its institutes, establishment of the Ayush Diksha platform, successful
international collaborative research initiatives, and the large-scale study on anaemia among adolescent
girls.
Welcoming the Chairman and members of the newly reconstituted Executive Committee, Prof. (Vaidya)
Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS and Member Secretary of the Executive Committee,
presented the agenda of the meeting and highlighted the Council's major achievements.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Acharya said, "CCRAS remains committed to building a globally
respected, evidence-based Ayurveda research ecosystem. The Council's achievements in scientific
research, institutional excellence, digital transformation, international collaborations and capacity
building reflect our unwavering commitment to advancing Ayurveda through innovation, quality and
scientific validation."
Three Landmark Initiatives Launched
The Executive Committee witnessed the launch of three major initiatives aimed at strengthening Ayurveda
education, research, scientific communication and digital governance.
Research Methodology Textbook under Ayurved Prabodhini Granthamala
A textbook on Research Methodology, developed under the Ayurved Prabodhini Granthamala series, was
unveiled during the meeting. Authored by 50 research scientists and faculty members, the textbook has
been prepared in accordance with the Outcome-Based Dynamic Curriculum prescribed by the NationalCommission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) for postgraduate and doctoral Ayush education. The
publication is expected to strengthen research methodology, scientific thinking and evidence-based
research competencies among MD, MS and Ph.D. scholars.
Launch of Expression of Interest for CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27
The Council also launched the Expression of Interest (EoI) for CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27, its flagship
initiative to promote scientific writing among postgraduate and Ph.D. scholars in Ayurveda. On the
occasion, the official poster of CCRAS PRAYATNA was also unveiled.
The initiative seeks to enhance scientific writing and publication skills through structured, institution-
based workshops, thereby nurturing a robust research culture and equipping young Ayurveda researchers
with essential scientific communication skills.
CCRAS Digital Ecosystem Dashboard
The Executive Committee also launched the CCRAS Digital Ecosystem Dashboard, an integrated
platform showcasing the Council's web-based and digital resources. The dashboard has been developed to
improve accessibility, transparency and public outreach while facilitating dissemination of research
outputs and institutional resources. The dashboard is available at dashboard.ccras.org.in.
The meeting was attended by Shri Hoveyda Abbas, AS&FA, Ministry of Ayush; Shri Satyajit Paul, Senior
Statistical Advisor, Ministry of Ayush; Dr. A. Raghu, Advisor (Ayurveda), Ministry of Ayush; Vaidya
Jayant Deopujari, Former Chairman, NCISM; Prof. (Dr.) Sanjeev Sharma, Vice Chancellor, National
Institute of Ayurveda; Dr. N. Srikanth, Deputy Director General, CCRAS; Shri Deepak Kochhar, Deputy
Director (Administration), along with other members of the Executive Committee.
The meeting reaffirmed CCRAS's commitment to advancing high-quality, evidence-based Ayurveda
research and fostering an ecosystem that integrates scientific excellence, academic capacity building and
digital innovation for the benefit of society.***
Dr Sanjay Roy/ Samir Verma/ Sugandh Garg
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