Ministry of Ayush’s PCIM&H Holds Capacity Building Program for Regulatory
The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy, under the Ministry of Ayush, recently concluded a successful five-day Capacity Building Training Program from September 8 to 12, 2025, at its Ghaziabad headquarters. This initiative aimed to enhance the regulatory framework and quality assurance processes for Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy drugs. The program attracted 27 participants from various sectors, including regulatory bodies, research councils, and pharmaceutical industries, providing them with essential knowledge and practical skills in pharmacopoeial standards and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Inauguration and Objectives
The training program was inaugurated by Prof. (Vaidya) Rakesh Sharma, the former President of the Board of Ethics & Registration at the NCISM. Dr. Tarkeshwar Jain, the former President of the Homoeopathy Education Board at NCH, attended as the Guest of Honour. The inaugural session was led by Dr. Raman Mohan Singh, the Director of PCIM&H. The primary goal of the training was to strengthen the regulatory framework for traditional medicine and ensure the quality and safety of ASU&H drugs. Participants included Drug Enforcement Officers, Quality Control Personnel, and drug manufacturers, all of whom benefited from the comprehensive curriculum designed to enhance their expertise in the field.
Training Highlights
The training program was structured over five days, each focusing on different aspects of drug quality and regulatory compliance. The first two days featured technical sessions on Pharmacognostic Identification, Phytochemical Analysis, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Participants engaged in hands-on training in Pharmacognosy and Chemistry laboratories, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. On the third day, lectures on Shelf-life Studies and Regulatory Frameworks were complemented by industry visits to Dr. Willmar Schwabe India Pvt. Ltd. in Noida and Hamdard Laboratories in Ghaziabad, providing valuable real-world insights.
The fourth day included sessions on Microbiological and Pharmacological Evaluations, as well as the Standardisation of Metal and Mineral Drugs. Participants also took part in laboratory training and visited an on-site Herbal Garden. The final day wrapped up with discussions on NABL Accreditation, GMP, and the Standardisation of Siddha Drugs, ensuring that participants left with a well-rounded understanding of the regulatory landscape.
Valedictory Session and Feedback
The valedictory session featured prominent figures such as Prof. Dr. K. Ramachandra Reddy, Vice Chancellor of Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University, as the Chief Guest. Dr. Neelima Mishra, Director of the National Institute of Biologicals, and Dr. Pankaj Johri, Director of NABP-QCI, also attended as guests of honour. Participants expressed their appreciation for the program’s unique combination of expert-led lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and field visits. The training significantly enhanced their understanding of Pharmacopoeial Standards, GMP, and Regulatory Compliance, reinforcing the national commitment to ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of traditional medicine drugs in India.
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