CCRAS and PVNRTVU Sign Landmark MoU for Collaborative Research in Veterinary and Ayurvedic Sciences. 

New Delhi:

In a significant step towards integrating traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with modern veterinary science, the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) under the Ministry of Ayush has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU), Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. The collaboration aims to promote cutting-edge research and academic exchange in the fields of animal health, livestock management, and zoonotic disease prevention.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Goli Penchala Prasad, Assistant Director In-charge at CCRAS-NIIMH, and Prof. A. Saratchandra Amaravati, Registrar of PVNRTVU. The ceremony was attended by senior dignitaries including Prof. M. Gnana Prakash, Vice-Chancellor of PVNRTVU, and Dr. Narayanam Srikanth, Deputy Director-General, CCRAS, along with other distinguished faculty and researchers from both institutions.

Key Highlights of the Agreement:

• Joint Research Initiatives: Both institutions will collaborate on translational research, animal nutrition, disease diagnostics, and development of Ayurvedic-based therapeutics for veterinary use.
• Shared Resources & Infrastructure: Researchers from both sides will gain access to labs, animal facilities, and specialized equipment, with oversight by a Joint Coordination Committee.
• Academic Exchange Programs: The MoU allows faculty and student exchange, including the appointment of CCRAS scientists as adjunct faculty or co-guides for postgraduate students at PVNRTVU. Undergraduate students will also be exposed to research in food science, One Health, and Ayurvedic methodologies.
• Co-publication and IP Sharing: Findings from joint research will be published in open-access journals, and any resulting intellectual property will be jointly owned, with equitable sharing of financial benefits.

This non-financial MoU, valid for five years, aligns with the national focus on the “One Health” approach, which recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. By bridging traditional and modern scientific practices, the collaboration aims to enhance animal welfare, boost livestock productivity, and develop sustainable health solutions.

The initiative reinforces the growing role of Ayurveda in interdisciplinary research and underlines the potential for synergistic partnerships in addressing global health challenges through holistic and evidence-based approaches.