Section I
Letters from Distinguished Dignitaries
Left: Letter from the Hon'ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh, S. Abdul Nazeer (April 15, 2026) · Right: Letter from Vice Chancellor Dr. P. Chandrasekhar, Dr. NTRUHS
Section II
Editorial: From the Principal's Desk
Prof. Dr. Ananda Kumar Pingali · Principal, ASR Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital
The celebration of World Homoeopathy Week (April 1–10, 2026) at ASR Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, in proud collaboration with the Umar Alisha Rural Development Trust (UARDT), was not merely an event — it was a testament to our unwavering commitment to the "Healing Science" and to the welfare of our communities.
This souvenir captures the spirit of a week where academic rigour met rural service, and professional excellence was honoured alongside student merit. From the thundering rally that launched our week to the solemn national seminar that concluded it, every moment was imbued with purpose and passion.
"Academic rigour met rural service — and professional excellence was honoured alongside student merit."
Our mission extended beyond the campus walls into ten peripheral OPDs across the West Godavari region. Over eight days, these camps served as a vital bridge to health for the underserved — providing free medical consultations, comprehensive diagnostic tests (HbA1c, Lipid Profile, Thyroid Profile), and specialised Bone Mineral Density screening at no cost to the patient.
The week concluded in the National Seminar Entelechia Homeopathica 2026, held in collaboration with the IPH Foundation and Alisha Academy, dedicated to advancing Homoeopathic practice under the national theme: "Bharatiya Homoeopathy — Transforming Traditional Wisdom into Tangible Science."
I take this opportunity to commend our Chairman Dr. Akula Vijay Vardhan, our entire faculty, students, and all our partner organisations whose dedication made this week a landmark success for the institution and the community.
Section III
The Grand Homoeopathy Awareness Rally
April 1, 2026 · Tadepalligudem · 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
The week opened with a massive public Awareness Rally, organised in collaboration with the Umar Alisha Rural Development Trust. From GV Mall to Balusulamma Temple, 1,240 participants — faculty, students, staff, and UARDT volunteers — marched as one voice for holistic health.
Balusulamma
Temple · End Point
Distinguished Leadership
Flag-off & Chief Guest
Sadguru Dr. Umar Alisha
9th Peetadipathi, Sri Viswa Viznana Vidya Aadhyathmika Peetam; Chairman, UARDT
Guest of Honour
Sri Bolisetty Srinivas
Hon'ble MLA, Tadepalligudem
Presided by
Dr. Akula Vijay Vardhan
Chairman, ASR Group of Institutions
Special Invitee
Prof. G. Ravi Kiran Sastry
Dean R&C, NIT Andhra Pradesh
Homoeopathy Awareness Rally — April 1, 2026 · Tadepalligudem
Above: Massive crowd turns out for the rally · Aerial views of the procession
Hoardings erected across Tadepalligudem for the awareness campaign
Editorial Note
The rally united 1,240 voices in one resounding affirmation of Homoeopathy's place in modern community health. It was more than a march — it was a declaration of intent that echoed across West Godavari.
Section IV
Community Medical Camps
April 1–8, 2026 — Across Ten Peripheral Locations, West Godavari District
Over eight continuous days, ASR Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital deployed medical teams across ten villages and townships. Every camp offered free consultations, free diagnostic tests — HbA1c (diabetes), Lipid Profile, and Thyroid Profile — and in the final days, specialised Bone Mineral Density (BMD) screening for osteoporosis.
Launching World Homoeopathy Week
📍 Tadepalligudem Peripheral OPD
Morning Clinical Session — 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The week began with a high-impact Free Medical Camp at the Tadepalligudem Peripheral OPD, providing essential diagnostic screenings to the needy at zero cost.
Tadepalligudem Medical Camp — April 1, 2026
The first day established the dual-track approach: immediate clinical intervention in the morning, large-scale community awareness in the evening through the Grand Rally.
Coverage in Vijetha, Pen Power, Surya, Hyderabad Headlines, Eye Reading, Dainik Bhaskar, Sakshi, Visakha Samacharam, Azad News, Andhra Power, Telangana Chowrasta, Andhra Simham and more
Dual-Location Diagnostic Outreach
📍 Duvva & Relangi
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Two simultaneous medical camps reached Duvva and Relangi, reflecting the trust and necessity of these services within the rural community.
| Location | Total OP | HbA1c | Lipid Profile | Thyroid Profile |
|---|
| Duvva | 71 | 70 | 61 | 25 |
| Relangi | 26 | 25 | 18 | 20 |
| Total | 97 | 95 | 79 | 45 |
Duvva Medical Camp — April 2, 2026
Relangi Medical Camp — April 2, 2026
A remarkable 98% diagnostic screening rate for diabetes (HbA1c) among visiting patients — strong evidence of community trust in early detection and preventive health management.
Strengthening Rural Health
📍 Paidiparru & Ballipadu
Targeting Lifestyle & Metabolic Disorders
The response at Ballipadu was particularly noteworthy, demonstrating high demand for preventive screening. Camps focused on identifying diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, and cholesterol disorders.
| Location | Total OP | HbA1c | Thyroid Profile | Lipid Profile |
|---|
| Paidiparru | 36 | 23 | 16 | 8 |
| Ballipadu | 73 | 64 | 31 | 27 |
| Total | 109 | 87 | 47 | 35 |
Paidiparru Medical Camp — April 3, 2026
Ballipadu Medical Camp — April 3, 2026
By Day 3, the cumulative tests provided crossed a significant milestone — hundreds of residents now have a clear baseline for their metabolic health.
Expanding the Diagnostic Net
📍 Darsiparru & Dandagarra
Near-Total Diagnostic Coverage for Every Patient
The fourth day emphasised individual metabolic health, ensuring highest quality diagnostic screening even in smaller cluster communities.
| Location | Total OP | HbA1c | Thyroid Profile | Lipid Profile |
|---|
| Darsiparru | 26 | 25 | 6 | 2 |
| Dandagarra | 28 | 26 | 17 | 22 |
| Total | 54 | 51 | 23 | 24 |
Darsiparru Medical Camp — April 4, 2026
Dandagarra Medical Camp — April 4, 2026
An impressive 94% HbA1c screening rate on Day 4, highlighting the institutional focus on identifying and managing diabetes in peripheral regions.
Deepening Community Impact
📍 Undrajavaram & Uradalapalem
Holistic Screening — Classical Philosophy, Modern Precision
The focus remained on holistic screening, ensuring that the Similia Similibus Curentur philosophy was backed by modern diagnostic precision. A large majority of patients received full metabolic and thyroid evaluations.
| Location | Total OP | HbA1c | Thyroid Profile | Lipid Profile |
|---|
| Undrajavaram | 40 | 32 | 26 | 23 |
| Uradalapalem | 33 | 23 | 19 | 11 |
| Total | 73 | 55 | 45 | 34 |
Undrajavaram Medical Camp — April 5, 2026
Uradalapalem Medical Camp — April 5, 2026
A Milestone in Clinical Outreach
📍 Attili — Mega Camp
Introduction of Specialised BMD Testing for Bone Health
The outreach reached its numerical and clinical peak at Attili. This camp stood out not only for its massive turnout but for the landmark introduction of Bone Mineral Density (BMD) testing — addressing the critical need for osteoporosis screening in the region.
Attili Mega Camp — April 6, 2026 · Record-breaking turnout with BMD screening
Editorial Note
The success at Attili sets a benchmark for rural healthcare delivery. By combining Homoeopathic consultation with BMD diagnostics, ASR set a new standard for holistic, evidence-based community medicine. Over 83% of all visiting patients received a diabetic screening.
The Grand Finale
📍 ASR Homoeopathic Medical College Campus
Record Diagnostic Output — Highest Single-Day Volume
The campus became a hub of health and wellness. A remarkable 1:1 ratio of consultations to specialised bone health screenings ensured every visitor received a full physical assessment — the highest diagnostic output of the entire week.
ASR Campus Mega Camp — April 7, 2026 · Highest single-day patient count
Section V
Door-to-Door Homoeopathy Awareness Programme
April 1–8, 2026 · Across all Peripheral OPD Villages
Parallel to the camp activities, ASR teams conducted extensive door-to-door awareness drives across all targeted villages, educating families on the benefits of Homoeopathic medicine, preventive health, and the availability of free screening services. The programme also included a special outreach session at Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Gurukulam School, Arugolanu (April 4).
Door-to-Door Awareness Drive — April 1–8, 2026
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Gurukulam School, Arugolanu — April 4, 2026
Special awareness and outreach session at Gurukulam School
Sustaining the Outreach
📍 Vallurpalle
Follow-Up Care & Homoeopathic Treatment
The Vallurpalle camp provided personalised consultations and Homoeopathic care to the local community. With this camp, the collective reach of the ASR & UARDT collaboration reached 733 unique patients — a transformational impact for rural West Godavari.
733
Cumulative Patients (All Camps)
Vallurpalle Medical Camp — April 8, 2026
Section VI
Week-Wide Statistical Summary
Consolidated Impact — April 1–7, 2026 — 10 Locations
| Date & Location | Total OP | HbA1c | Thyroid | Lipid | BMD |
|---|
| Apr 1 — Tadepalligudem | 50 | 38 | 24 | 33 | — |
| Apr 2 — Duvva & Relangi | 97 | 95 | 45 | 79 | — |
| Apr 3 — Paidiparru & Ballipadu | 109 | 87 | 47 | 35 | — |
| Apr 4 — Darsiparru & Dandagarra | 54 | 51 | 23 | 24 | — |
| Apr 5 — Undrajavaram & Uradalapalem | 73 | 55 | 45 | 34 | — |
| Apr 6 — Attili (Mega Camp) | 154 | 128 | 70 | 88 | 126 |
| Apr 7 — ASR Campus (Mega Camp) | 160 | 149 | 123 | 133 | 160 |
| TOTAL — 10 Locations | 697 | 603 | 377 | 426 | 286 |
Editorial Perspective
From April 1 to 7, ASR Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital proved that modern diagnostic science and Homoeopathic care can work hand-in-hand to transform public health. This represents a monumental logistical and humanitarian achievement for a single institution in a single week.
Section VII
Entelechia Homeopathica 2026
National Seminar on Clinical Excellence & Technological Innovation — April 10, 2026
To commemorate the 271st Birth Anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, ASRHMC — in collaboration with UARDT, IPH Foundation, and Alisha Academy — hosted the National Seminar Entelechia Homeopathica 2026. The event was presided over by Smt. Akula Vimala (Director, ASR Group).
"Bharatiya Homoeopathy: Transforming Traditional Wisdom into Tangible Science" — National Theme, 2026
Dr. B.S. Mohan (Chairman, IPH Foundation) delivered a compelling keynote on integrating modern research with traditional practice. 239 participants registered for the seminar. Quality Control was managed by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, ASRHMC.
Entelechia Homeopathica 2026 — Official Seminar Invitation
National Seminar proceedings — faculty presentations, student engagement, and award ceremony
Awards and felicitation ceremony at Entelechia Homeopathica 2026
Legacy of Service
The seminar was the crowning jewel of a 10-day outreach mission. ASRHMC conducted 11 mega medical camps and provided advanced diagnostics to over 2,000 patients across the West Godavari district — a true demonstration of commitment to rural health and the homoeopathic fraternity.
Section VIII
Excellence Awards & Institutional Honours
The Hahnemannian Commemoration — Recognising Outstanding Contribution
Professional & Humanitarian Awards
Hahnemannian Excellence Award
Dr. Onteru Mahendra Yadav
Hahnemannian Humanitarian Award
Dr. Shyam Kumar Vaishnav
Conducted 300+ free medical camps
Margaret Tyler Award
Dr. A. Avani
Professional Advocacy & Female Leadership
Institutional Excellence Awards
Distinguished Professor
Dr. Sanapala Ananda Rao
Excellence in Associate Professorship
Dr. N. S. Hanumantha Rao
Assistant Professor Merit Award
Dr. Pulla Uma Maheswari
Best Medical Officer
Dr. Azharuddin
Best Employee Award
Satyam (Sattibabu)
Best Alumni Award
Dr. Manoja
ASR Jewels of the Year
- 1st Year — Juniors: Greeshma
- 1st Year — Seniors: Dhanashree
- Final Year: Monvitha
- Best Internee of the Year: Naga Tejaswini
Section IX
Academic Competitions & Research Excellence
National-Level Competitions Under "Bharatiya Homoeopathy — From Traditional Wisdom to Tangible Science"
National Scientific Article Writing
For Faculty Members
- 10 faculty members submitted original scientific articles
- Following rigorous peer review, the top 5 articles to be submitted to international peer-reviewed journals
- Fostering a global culture of evidence-based scientific documentation within the institution
National Essay Writing Competition
For UG & PG Students
- 15 undergraduate and postgraduate students participated
- Diverse perspectives on integrating traditional wisdom with modern diagnostic precision
- Prizes and certificates awarded to the top 3 participants
Poster Presentations — Entelechia 2026
- Navya Deepika and team
- Tanu Sri and team
- Jennie and team
Section X
National Laurel at World Homoeopathy Day 2026
Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi — April 10, 2026 — 271st Birth Anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann
ASR Homoeopathic Medical College marked a significant national milestone at the World Homoeopathy Day 2026 celebrations in New Delhi, under the national theme of evidence-based medicine and traditional science.
3
ASRHMC Students Honoured
53
Total Students Selected Nationally (STSH)
- Three student researchers from ASRHMC were honoured with prestigious appreciation certificates under the Short Term Studentship in Homoeopathy (STSH) programme — among only 53 selected nationwide.
- Awards presented by Ms. Alarmelmangai D. (Joint Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH) during the valedictory ceremony, witnessed by the leadership of CCRH, NCH, and NIH.
- Principal Dr. Ananda Kumar Pingali represented the college as a delegate and lauded the achievement as a testament to ASRHMC's vision of nurturing young scientists bridging traditional wisdom with tangible science.
Hyderabad Headlines — Coverage of ASRHMC's national recognition
STSH Awards by CCRH, New Delhi — April 11, 2026
Section XI
Social Commitment & Innovative Resource Mobilisation
Community-Driven Funding · Digital Crowdsourcing · NGO Partnership
In alignment with the National Commission for Homoeopathy's emphasis on Social Commitment and National Vision, ASRHMC implemented a community-driven funding model to support World Homoeopathy Week activities.
Digital Crowdsourcing via Milaap
The institution utilised the Milaap crowdfunding platform for transparent resource mobilisation from the public to provide 1,692 diagnostic procedures — including Bone Mineral Density and HbA1c tests — at no cost to patients.
Digital crowdsourcing and NGO partnership materials
NGO Partnership with UARDT
In proud collaboration with the Umar Alisha Rural Development Trust, ASRHMC utilised their established digital infrastructure and volunteer network to coordinate "Project Health Tadepalligudem" — enabling door-to-door awareness drives and bringing healthcare to underserved rural populations.
Measurable Outcomes
This model directly supported the NCH theme "From Traditional Wisdom to Tangible Science" by funding objective, evidence-based diagnostic screenings. The institution served 687 unique outpatients during the commemorative week, ensuring financial constraints never hindered scientific Homoeopathic care.
Section XII
Technological Integration
National Webinar on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare — April 16, 2026 · 5:30–7:30 PM
ASRHMC & Alisha Academy partnered with ADIRA and DataLEADS to host a high-level scientific webinar on the role of AI in medicine — bridging the classical Law of Similars with future technological evolution. Supported by the AI Opportunity Fund: Asia-Pacific (AVPN, backed by Google.org and the Asian Development Bank).
Dr. Ananda Kumar Pingali
Principal, ASR Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital
Dr. Manisha Pandit
Health Policy Analyst and Lead Trainer, ADIRA
Core Objectives
- Workforce Readiness: Building an AI-ready medical workforce by sensitising students and faculty to emerging digital tools.
- Clinical Precision: How AI can assist in predictive analytics and diagnostic accuracy to support Homoeopathy's full potential in modern healthcare.
- Policy Awareness: Understanding the ethical and practical implications of AI within the broader healthcare ecosystem.
National Webinar — AI in Homoeopathy — April 16, 2026 · 315 Participants
Section XIII
Acknowledgements
The Power of Collaboration — Our Deepest Gratitude to Our Partners
UARDT — Umar Alisha Rural Development Trust
NGO Partner — Ground Coordination & Volunteer Network
Alisha Academy
Academy Partner — Academic Programming & Seminar Co-host
IPH Foundation
National Seminar Co-organiser
Fourrts — Herbominerals
Pharmaceutical Support Partner
Pulla Bobby (Amma Digitals)
Digital & Media Support
Section XIV
Media Coverage
Extensive Coverage Across National & Regional Publications — April 2026
Print Publications
Hyderabad HeadlinesEye ReadingDainik Bhaskar
SakshiVisakha SamacharamAzad News
Andhra PowerTelangana ChowrastaVijeta
Andhra SimhamPen PowerSurya
Hindi DailyAmar UjalaPanch
Janasena PrathinidhiEenaduPrabhathavarta
AawazSri Karam AazadShahar Samata
The Hindu News
Online / News Agencies
United News of India (UNI)The News Trust
JD News VisionIndo Asian Times
Social Media & Video Links
