Dr. B. Devi serves as the Director of the Regional Research Institute (RRI) for Homoeopathy, Imphal, under the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. She leads clinical research, drug proving, and community outreach initiatives across North-Eastern India. With her expertise in Materia Medica and public health, Dr. Devi has been pivotal in extending Homoeopathy’s reach to rural and tribal communities, promoting evidence-based care, and strengthening regional AYUSH collaborations.
Director, Regional Research Institute (RRI), Imphal
2018 – Present |
📅 Appointed: 2018
👔 Designation: Director, Regional Research Institute (RRI)
🏛️ Affiliation: Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
🧾 Departments / Functions under charge:
Clinical Research & Drug Development –
Leads clinical research and trials on tropical, respiratory, and lifestyle diseases.
Oversees drug proving projects and clinical verification of Homoeopathic medicines.
Ensures compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research ethics guidelines.
Strengthens data reporting and quality assurance mechanisms.
Public Health & Community Outreach –
Implements AYUSH wellness camps, school-health initiatives, and preventive health drives in rural and tribal areas.
Promotes Homoeopathy’s role in maternal and child health, nutrition, and mental well-being.
Coordinates regional projects under the National AYUSH Mission (NAM) and state public-health missions.
Training & Inter-Institutional Collaboration –
Organizes training for junior researchers and medical officers in research methodology.
Forges partnerships with Manipur University, RIMS Imphal, and other regional institutions.
Facilitates scientific seminars and awareness programs to strengthen community engagement.
🌿 Key Responsibilities:
Overseeing research and outreach operations across North-Eastern India.
Expanding CCRH’s field-research network and public health integration.
Promoting evidence-based Homoeopathy in regional healthcare systems.
Senior Research Senior Research Officer, CCRH
2010 – 2018 |
🏛️ Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH)
👔 Roles: Research Officer → Assistant Director (Clinical Research)
🧾 Contributions:
Coordinated drug proving and clinical verification studies in the North-Eastern region.
Supervised field research on infectious, nutritional, and women’s health disorders.
Collaborated with state AYUSH departments for outreach and health camps.
🌱 Developed operational models for community participation in AYUSH research.
Clinical & Academic Foundation
2000 – 2010 |
🩺 Practiced as a Homoeopathic physician and faculty member in Manipur’s medical colleges.
📚 Specialized in Materia Medica and Therapeutics, guiding undergraduate and postgraduate students.
🌿 Conducted early clinical studies on vector-borne and skin diseases prevalent in the North-East.
💬 Advocated for regional integration of Homoeopathy in community health programs.
Early Life & Education
📍 Birthplace: Manipur, India
🎓 Education:
Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS) – North-Eastern Homoeopathic Medical College, Assam
Doctor of Medicine (M.D. – Homoeopathy, Materia Medica) – National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata
Diploma in Public Health & Research Management – National Institute of Health & Family Welfare (NIHFW), New Delhi
🏛️ A dedicated clinician, academician, and research administrator, Dr. B. Devi has spent over two decades advancing Homoeopathy in the North-Eastern region through patient care, research innovation, and capacity-building programs.