17th February, 2026, Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya:

In a significant academic achievement, IA Ayurvedic Medical College (IAMC), University of Science & Technology Meghalaya (USTM), proudly announces the selection of Mr. Neel Sagar Dev Adhikari, a First Professional student (2024 Batch), for the prestigious Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) SPARK Project.

The CCRAS SPARK (Studentship Program for Ayurveda Research Ken) is a highly competitive national initiative designed to promote research aptitude and scientific thinking among undergraduate Ayurveda students across India. Selection to this program is regarded as a mark of academic distinction and research potential.

Mr. Adhikari’s accomplishment highlights IAMC’s strong academic foundation and its growing culture of research and innovation in the field of Ayurveda. The achievement was made under the dedicated mentorship of Dr. Manalisha Devi, Assistant Professor, Department of Samhita Siddhant, IAMC, whose guidance and encouragement played a pivotal role in the student’s success.

Congratulating the student and mentor, the Principal of IAMC, Dr. Rama Kanta Sharma, described the achievement as a proud moment for the institution. He emphasized that such national-level recognitions strengthen the college’s commitment to excellence in education and research. He further expressed confidence that this milestone will motivate other students to actively participate in research initiatives and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Ayurveda.

This accomplishment marks yet another step forward in IAMC’s pursuit of academic excellence and national recognition in Ayurvedic education and research.