The Clinical Research Unit (Homoeopathy), Sri Vijaya Puram, under the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, organized a one-day scientific programme titled “National Homoeopathic Pharmacovigilance Programme 2025.” The event was held to strengthen pharmacovigilance practices within the AYUSH system and enhance awareness among practitioners regarding the safe use of homoeopathic medicines.
The theme for this year’s programme, “From Awareness to Action – One Click Secures Your Safety,” emphasized the importance of responsible reporting of adverse drug reactions through the AYUSH Suraksha Portal. The event aimed to provide updated information and practical training to medical practitioners across the islands to promote the effective implementation of pharmacovigilance measures in the field of homoeopathy.
The occasion was graced by Dr. Kalyan P. Kadhbane, Deputy Director (AYUSH) and Coordinator for PV-Ayu. Drugs, who attended as the chief guest. Dr. Saroj Kumar Debnath, Research Officer (Ayu.) and Scientist-4, Regional Ayurveda Research Institute, Sri Vijaya Puram, was the guest of honour. The programme began with a welcome address delivered by Dr. Santi Adhikary, Research Officer (H), Scientist-1, and Officer In-Charge of the Clinical Research Unit (Homoeopathy), Sri Vijaya Puram.
The scientific sessions of the programme featured detailed deliberations and presentations by invited speakers. The sessions were led by eminent experts in the field, including Dr. Swapan Paul, Associate Professor and Coordinator, National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata; Dr. Suniti Chugh, Research Officer (Homoeopathy), Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), Headquarters, New Delhi; and Dr. Namita Gopal, Junior Research Fellow (H), Pharmacovigilance Programme, Sri Vijaya Puram. Each presentation focused on different aspects of pharmacovigilance, covering guidelines for reporting adverse events, data management, and the importance of timely communication within the reporting network.
As part of the event, a pilot Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) survey was conducted among doctors attending offline sessions. The survey aimed to assess the existing understanding and approach of medical practitioners toward pharmacovigilance in homoeopathy. The collected responses will help identify areas for improvement and strengthen the ongoing efforts to build a reliable reporting system.
A total of 56 medical officers and private practitioners participated in the programme through both online and offline modes. The participants were provided with insights into the latest developments in pharmacovigilance, along with hands-on training on the AYUSH Suraksha Portal. The portal serves as a digital platform for practitioners to report adverse drug reactions conveniently, thereby contributing to the national database on medicine safety.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks, followed by the distribution of participation certificates to attendees. The one-day programme marked a significant step toward enhancing awareness and reporting practices among homoeopathic practitioners in the islands. Through such initiatives, CCRH continues to promote a structured and evidence-based approach to drug safety monitoring under the Ministry of AYUSH.
