Preamble

Herbal medicinal plants have long served as a cornerstone of human health, cultural heritage, and is traditional healing systems across the world. In the present era of global health challenges, sustainable development, scientific advancement, and the significance of these natural resources has grown even more profound.

This International Conference on medicinal plants cultivation and sustainable farming brings together researchers, academicians, practitioners, industry experts, and policymakers from diverse regions to explore the multifaceted potential of plant-based medicines.

The conference is dedicated to promoting rigorous scientific inquiry, evidence-based validation of traditional knowledge, and the responsible utilization of herbal resources. By fostering dialogue among experts from various disciplines-Pharmacognosy, Ayurveda, biotechnology, phytochemistry, ethnopharmacology, botany and conservation science. It aims to strengthen global understanding of medicinal plants and their role in improving human health.

Early Bird Registration

Up to 20th Jan. 2026

Regular Registration

21st Jan. 2026
to
15th Feb. 2026

Spot Registration

20th Feb. 2026

Abstract submission deadline

31st Jan. 2026

About National Medicinal Plant Board (NMPB), Ministry Of Ayush

The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, plays a vital role in the conservation, cultivation, research, and sustainable development of medicinal plants across the country. NMPB supports farmers, research bodies, and industries through financial assistance, policy guidance, and capacity-building initiatives. Its mission includes ensuring the availability of quality raw materials for AYUSH systems, promoting rural livelihood generation, and conserving India’s rich medicinal plant biodiversity. By bridging traditional knowledge with modern healthcare needs, NMPB continues to strengthen India’s position as a global leader in herbal wealth and natural product research.

About GH Raisoni University, Saikheda,

Raisoni Education, India established in 1998, has a glorious history of more than two decades of existence in the education sector. It is one of the leading educational Institutions in Central India with its presence in 6 major cities. G H Raisoni University Saikheda is an independent, coeducational institution that provides diploma undergraduate, post graduate programs and doctorate programs with different specializations and research facilities in the domain of Engineering, Agriculture, Pharmaceutical Science, Management, Law, Hospitality Management and many more along with skill-based training that is the need of today’s economy.

G H Raisoni University Saikheda envisioned to be the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning, research, and extension of knowledge through higher education and producing ‘life and career ready’ professionals with leadership quality, who are ready to challenge and be challenged. A Naturally green campus of the University having excellent location with easy approach from all sides of the city, facilitates the environment friendly atmosphere for all round development of the student.

About School Of Pharmacy, GHRU Saikheda

The School of Pharmacy, G. H. Raisoni University (GHRU), Saikheda, is a rapidly progressing institution dedicated to excellence in pharmaceutical education, research, and innovation. Equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, modern infrastructure, and highly qualified faculty. The school offers a vibrant academic environment focused on scientific inquiry and professional growth. With undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs, the institution emphasizes natural product research, drug development, and industry-linked projects. Through strong collaborations with research organizations, industry partners, and regulatory bodies, the School of Pharmacy is committed to nurturing skilled professionals and contributing significantly to the healthcare sector.

3000+

Expected no. of attendees

Duration

2 full days, 20th & 21st February 2026

Advisory board

Dr. Mahesh Kumar Dadhich

Chief Executive Officer, National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB),

Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India, New Delhi

Shree Sanjay Kumar Mishra

Chief Executive Officer, Upper Sachiv, Ayush Vibhag, Madhya Pradesh

Mukhya Karyalaya Adhikari, State Medicinal Plant Board (SMPB), MP

Dr. Santosh Sharma

Domain expert (NMPB) Ministry of Ayush,

Govt. of India, New Delhi

Dr. Jeetendra kumar Vaishya/h5>

Research Officer (Mps/ Agro), NMPB,

Ministry Of Ayush, Govt, of India, New Delhi.

Dr. Madhu Chanda Ghosh

Medical Officer, AYUSH,

Former OSD, AYUSH Directorate

Dr. Dattatray Bhadade

Former District Ayush Officer,

Chhindwara

Prof. (Dr.) Pulok Kumar Mukherjee

Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata Former Director, BRIC IBSD, BRIC, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India.

Prof. (Dr.) Milind Umekar

President, Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI)

Principal, Smt. Kishoritai Bhoyar College of Pharmacy, Kamptee

Dr. Chandrashekar A. Doifode

Director,

Taywade College Nagpur

Prof. (Dr.) Prashant Puranik

Senior Professor and Head of the Department (Retired)

Dept. of Pharmaceutical Sciences, RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur.

Prof. (Dr.) Vinita Kale

Senior Professor and Head of the Department (Regulatory affairs),

Smt. Kishioritai Bhoyar College of Pharmacy, Nagpur

Prof. (Dr.) Rajendra Kakde

Senior Prof & Head of Department, RTMNU, Nagpur

Ex. Pro-Vice Chancellor / Advisor- I, AICTE, New Delhi

Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Itankar

Dean, Science and Technology,

HOD Pharmacognosy Department,

RTMNU, Nagpur.

Dr. Satyendra Prasad

Assistant Professor,

Pharmacognosy Department,

RTMNU, Nagpur.

Prof. (Dr.) Dr. Neeraj Upamanyu

Pro vice chancellor Sage University,

Bhopal

Prof. (Dr.) Amit M Pant, M Pharm., PhD.

Scientist, Department of Pharmacy Sciences,

School of Pharmacy and Health Professions

University-Creighton University, Omaha, NE 68178 United States of America

Dr. Parmeshwara Rao Vuddanta

Development Director, Edinbergh, UK

Dr. Kunjbihari Sulakhiya

Asst. Professor,

Department of Pharmacy (Neuro- Pharmacology Research Lab),

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak (MP)-484887, India

Prof. (Dr.) Girendra Kumar Gautam

Director, Shri Ram College of Pharmacy, Muzaffar Nagar, U.P.

Prof. (Dr.) Jaiprakash Sangshetti

Professor, Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy Rauza Bagh, Aurangabad

Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh Raj

Associate Professor, Meerabai DSEU Maharani Bagh Campus, New Delhi

Objectives:

  • To promote awareness and implementation of Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (GACP).
  • To disseminate knowledge on the scientific cultivation, post-harvest management, and processing of prioritized medicinal plant species.
  • To encourage farmers and cultivators to adopt sustainable farming practices through technical sessions, demonstrations, and expert interactions.
  • To create awareness about NMPB schemes and support mechanisms, including financial assistance for cultivation, conservation, marketing, and value addition of medicinal plants.
  • To facilitate interaction between researchers, growers, industries, and policymakers for strengthening the medicinal plant value chain in alignment with NMPB’s goals.
  • To explore the conservation and cultivation of endangered and high-demand medicinal species, as per the priorities set by NMPB.
  • To support livelihood development and income generation in rural and tribal communities through the promotion of medicinal plant cultivation.
  • To foster public-private partnerships (PPP) and collaborations in medicinal plant research, cultivation, and commercialization.

Jewel Conference Luminaries

Prof (Dr) Mahesh Kumar Dadhich

Chief Executive Officer

(NMPB) Ministry of Ayush,

Govt. of India, New Delhi

Prof (Dr) Rupesh V. Chikhale

Key Note Speaker Research Scientist, Department of Pharmaceutical and Biological Chemistry, UCL School of Pharmacy, University College London, Brunswick Square, London, UK

Prof (Dr) Pulok Kumar Mukherjee

Special Invitee Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata Former Director, BRIC IBSD, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India

Prof. (Dr.) Milind Umekar

Special Invitee

President- Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) Principal- Smt. Kishoritai Bhoyar College of Pharmacy, Kamptee

Prof (Dr) Prakash Itankar

Special Invitee

Dean, Science and Technology, HOD Pharmacognosy Department, RTMNU, Nagpur

Dr. Rajendra Chapake

Panellist

Principal Scientist, ICAR, Hyderabad

Dr. Jayant Meshram

Panellist

Principal, Scientist, ICAR, Nagpur

Dr Dattatray Bhadade

Panellist

Ex-Ayush Officer, Chhindwara

Prof (Dr) Ujwal A. Raut

Moderator

Professor, Dept. of Horticulture Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola, Maharashtra

Dr. Rajaram Tripathi

Guest Speaker- Success Story

Herbal Farmer & Herbal Scientist, Bastar CG

Prof (Dr) Deependra Singh

Key Note Address

Chairman ERC, Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi

Prof (Dr) Shailendra Gurav

Key Note Speaker

Professor, Goa College Of Pharmacy, Goa University, Panaji, Goa

Dr Apurva Tripathi

Panelist

Founder & MD

MD Botanicals, India

Dr Manoj Tatwadi

Panelist

Chief Executive Officer, Gau Vigyan Anusandhan Kendra, Devlapar

Dr Madhu Chanda Ghosh

Panelist

Medical Officer, AYUSH, Former OSD, AYUSH Directorate

Mr. Radheshyam Parihar

Guest Speaker- Success Story

Dharti Mitra, Former of India awardee-2025 Ujjain, M.P.

Prof (Dr) Shweta Jain

Panelist

Professor, Sir Madanlal Institute of Pharmacy, Etawah, Uttar Pradesh.

Mr Ambarish Ghatate

Panelist

Director, Manas Ayurved & Aura Conservation Park, Nagpur

Dr Nirmal Kumar Awasthi

Panelist

Director, Paramparagat Gyan and Vanaushadhi Vikas Foundation, Chhattisgarh

Dr Nagendra Singh Chauhan

Moderator

Senior scientific officer Grade I-, DTLAAK, Gov. Ayurvedic College, Raipur

Prof (Dr) Neeraj Upmanyu

Valedictory Guest

Pro-Vice-Chancellor SAGE University, Bhopal M.P.

Prof (Dr) Rajendra Kakde

Valedictory Guest

Senior Prof & Head of Department, RTMNU, Nagpur Ex. Pro-Vice Chancellor / Advisor- I, AICTE, New Delhi

Dr. Satyendra Prasad

Valedictory Guest

Assistant Professor Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, RTMNU, Nagpur

Conference highlights

  • Expert Panel Discussions
  • Success Stories from Practitioners & Innovators
  • Technical Sessions & Research Tracks
  • Workshops & Demonstrations
  • Organic & HerbTech Business Expo
  • Cultural Evening Celebrations

Accomodation

Ms. Deepika Devnani

Food/Accomodation/Hospitality chairperson-

Contact- +91-7038042470

Members-

  • Mr Praful Hire
  • Ms Nilam Nehare
  • Ms Yogitha Paramata

Accommodation charges - Rs. 600/- (Including dinner)