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About the Conference

We are delighted to announce Charaka Tattvabodha 4.0, a vibrant academic and cultural celebration organized on the auspicious occasion of Charaka Jayanti. This annual event serves as a platform for Ayurveda students to explore, experience, and excel in both the theoretical and practical dimensions of Ayurvedic science.

Charaka Tattvabodha 4.0 brings together clinical workshop, scholarly activities, and interactive learning experiences that foster knowledge, skill development, and professional growth beyond conventional classroom learning. The event aims to inspire participants to deepen their understanding of Ayurveda while nurturing clinical competence, critical thinking, creativity, and academic excellence.


Theme of the Charaka Tattvabodha 4.0

Tradition

Action

Excellence

Celebrating the timeless wisdom of Acharya Charaka, transforming knowledge into practice, and striving for excellence in every endeavor.

Guests of Honour
Dr. Neeta Sumit Kala

Dr. Neeta Sumit Kala

BAMS, MD (Rognidan)
Vishwa Ayurved Chikitsalaya, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Dr. Sumit Kala

Dr. Sumit Kala

BAMS, MD (Kayachikitsa)
Chintamani Clinic, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Contact Details

Chief Patron

Shri Kodidasbhai Patel

President
RK University, Rajkot

Patrons

Shri Denish Patel

Executive President
RK University, Rajkot

Dr. Amit Lathigara

Vice Chancellor
RK University, Rajkot

Organising Committee

Designation Name Email
Chair Person Dr. Manoj Pande director.ach@rku.ac.in
Organising Secretary Dr. Shreekant Mundada shrikant.mundada@rku.ac.in
Organising Coordinator Dr. Ashwini A. ashwini.a@rku.ac.in

Registration & Sponsorship Committee

Coordinator Email
Dr. Ketan Bhimani ketan.bhimani@rku.ac.in
Dr. Jigar Vekariya jigar.vekariya@rku.ac.in
Dr. Adityarajsinh Jadeja adityarajsinh.jadeja@rku.ac.in
Dr. Vishakha Kheradiya vishakha.kheradiya@rku.ac.in

Hospitality & Exhibition Committee

Coordinator Email
Dr. Ragesh T. H. ragesh.th@rku.ac.in
Dr. Rohithkrishnan G. B. rohithkrishnan.gb@rku.ac.in
Dr. Sreejith Satheesan sreejith.satheesan@rku.ac.in

Academic & Cultural Committee

Event Coordinators Email
Quiz Dr. Ashwini A.
Dr. Aswathy Dev S.
ashwini.a@rku.ac.in
aswathy.s@rku.ac.in
Animated Video Making Dr. Avinash Kanasagara
Dr. Vedanti Pandya
avinash.kanasagara@rku.ac.in
vedanti.pandya@rku.ac.in
Ayurveda Shloka Smriti Spardha Dr. Vedanti Pandya
Dr. Apexa Kanjiya
vedanti.pandya@rku.ac.in
apexa.kanjiya@rku.ac.in
Master Chef Dr. Shweta Shetty
Dr. Swati Gavadiya
shweta.shetty@rku.ac.in
swati.gavadiya@rku.ac.in
Rangoli Dr. Sreejith Satheesan
Dr. Keerthi M. R.
sreejith.satheesan@rku.ac.in
keerthi.m@rku.ac.in

Transport Committee

Coordinator Email
Dr. Jigar Vekariya jigar.vekariya@rku.ac.in
Dr. Adityarajsinh Jadeja adityarajsinh.jadeja@rku.ac.in

Discipline Committee

Coordinator Email
Dr. Shweta Shetty shweta.shetty@rku.ac.in
Dr. Shivangi Malaviya shivangi.malaviya@rku.ac.in
Dr. Ragesh T. H. ragesh.th@rku.ac.in

Media & Documentation Committee

Coordinator Email
Dr. Pankaj Bhange pankaj.bhange@rku.ac.in
Dr. Akhila G. akhila.g@rku.ac.in

Stage Committee

Coordinator Email
Dr. Shweta Shetty shweta.shetty@rku.ac.in
Dr. Shivangi Malaviya shivangi.malaviya@rku.ac.in
Dr. Vedanti Pandya vedanti.pandya@rku.ac.in
Dr. Vishakha Kheradiya vishakha.kheradiya@rku.ac.in

Dr. Neeta Sumit Kala

Qualification BAMS, MD (Rognidan), Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalay, Pune
BA (Vedang Jyotish) Gold Medalist, KKSU, Nagpur
Clinic Vishwa Ayurved Chikitsalaya, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Email drneetur@gmail.com
Contact 7385661216
Teaching Experience Assistant Professor, Department of Rognidan, CSMSS College, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar
(23 June 2016 – 11 July 2018)
Research Holds Patent for Vishwa Vranaropan Oil, granted by IP Office (2021).
Viddhakarma & Agnikarma Learned from legendary Vd. R. B. Gogte during postgraduate studies. Practicing for more than 13 years.
National Workshops Designed an 8-day (60 Hours) training programme. Successfully conducted 6 batches with 180+ senior Vaidyas from 18 states.
Publication Translated Vd. Gogte's book on Viddhakarma & Agnikarma into Hindi.

Dr. Sumit Kala

Qualification BAMS, MD (Kayachikitsa)
Clinic Chintamani Clinic, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Teaching Experience Associate Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Sanjivani College of Ayurved, Kopargaon, Maharashtra.
Research Holds Patent for Wound Healing Composition, granted by IP Office (2021).
Viddhakarma & Agnikarma Practicing Viddhakarma & Agnikarma for more than 11 years.
National Workshops Designed an 8-day (60 Hours) training programme. Successfully conducted 6 batches with 180+ senior Vaidyas from 18 states across India.

19th August 2026   |   Day 1 - Workshop

Venue : Saptaparni (SOE) Seminar Hall, RK University

Time Programme
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Registration
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Inauguration
• Samhita Pathana
• Sambhasha Parishad (Skit by Students)
• Samhita Excellence Award
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Theory Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch Break
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Practical Session
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM High Tea

20th August 2026   |   Day 2 - Workshop

Venue : Saptaparni (SOE) Seminar Hall, RK University

Time Programme
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Theory Session
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Lunch Break
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Practical Session
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM High Tea

21st August 2026   |   Day 3 - Academic Events

Time Programme Venue
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Quiz Competition
Result Announcement of National Level Animated Video Making Competition
Saptaparni (SOE) Seminar Hall, RK University
10:00 AM - 11:40 AM Rangoli Competition Ayurvedic College & Hospital, RK University
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Master Chef Competition Ayurvedic College & Hospital, RK University
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Ayurveda Shloka Smriti Spardha Ayurvedic College & Hospital, RK University

Viddha & Agni Karma

2-Day National Workshop

Date: 19 & 20 August 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue: Saptaparni Hall (SOE), RK University

Registration Fee: ₹1000 (Excluding Food & Accommodation)

Seats: Limited Seats

Contact:
Dr. Shreekant Mundada (9823300015)

Animated Video Making

National Level Competition

Registration Last Date: 31 July 2026

Submission Last Date: 14 August 2026

Registration Fee: Free (Mandatory)

Contact:
Dr. Avinash Kanasagara (9428334537)
Dr. Vedanti Pandya (7405402636)

Quiz Competition

Igniting Minds of Ayurveda

Date: 21 August 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Venue: Saptaparni Hall (SOE), RK University

Registration Fee: Free (Mandatory)

Contact:
Dr. Ashwini A. (9588972585)
Dr. Aswathy Dev S. (9400177448)

Master Chef Competition

Showcase Your Culinary Skills

Registration Last Date: 14 August 2026

Date: 21 August 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Venue: Ayurvedic College & Hospital, RK University

Registration Fee: ₹200 (Non-Refundable, No On-Spot Registration)

Contact:
Dr. Shweta Shetty (9730499915)
Dr. Swati Gavadiya (8780073876)

Ayurveda Shloka Smriti Spardha

Recite, Retain, Realize

Registration Last Date: 14 August 2026

Date: 21 August 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Venue: Ayurvedic College & Hospital, RK University

Registration Fee: Free (Mandatory)

Contact:
Dr. Vedanti Pandya (7405402636)
Dr. Apexa Kanjiya (6351517855)

Rangoli Competition

Celebrating the Legacy of Sushruta

Registration Last Date: 14 August 2026

Date: 21 August 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Venue: Ayurvedic College & Hospital, RK University

Registration Fee: Free (Mandatory)

Contact:
Dr. Sreejith Satheesan (9447791353)
Dr. Keerthi M. R. (6238727648)