Dr. Anil Khurana serves as the Director General (DG) of the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. As the Chief Executive and Scientific Head, he leads India’s national research, clinical, and public health programs in Homoeopathy. With decades of clinical and research experience, Dr. Khurana has been pivotal in integrating Homoeopathy into public health systems, advancing scientific validation, and promoting India’s leadership in global Homoeopathy research.
Director General (DG), CCRH
2018 – Present |
📅 Appointed: 2018
👔 Designation: Director General (DG)
🏛️ Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH)
(Autonomous body under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India)
🧾 Departments & Functions under charge:
Scientific Leadership & Research Programs
Directs national-level Homoeopathy research programs in clinical, fundamental, drug standardization, and public health research
Supervises more than 30 research institutes and units across India
Leads epidemiological and community health programs integrating Homoeopathy with primary healthcare and national missions
Clinical & Public Health Integration
Coordinates Homoeopathy interventions in collaboration with ICMR, DGHS, and WHO
Introduced evidence-based Homoeopathy modules for maternal health, child wellness, and NCD prevention
Strengthened Homoeopathy inclusion in national public health initiatives such as Ayushman Bharat and National AYUSH Mission (NAM)
Drug Research & Standardization
Supervises drug standardization, pharmacovigilance, and quality control research in partnership with the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H)
Encourages innovation and modernization of Homoeopathic pharmaceutical processes
Global Cooperation & Capacity Building
Represents India in international forums on Traditional & Complementary Medicine (TCM)
Promotes global collaboration through MoUs with institutions in Europe, Latin America, and Asia
Strengthens education and training programs for researchers, practitioners, and students through CCRH’s capacity-building platforms
🌿 Key Focus Areas:
Evidence-based validation of Homoeopathy in clinical practice
Integration of Homoeopathy with India’s public health system
Global recognition of Homoeopathy through research-driven diplomacy
Digital transformation of Homoeopathy data and knowledge resources
Senior Research & Technical Leadership
2005 – 2017 |
🏛️ Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) – Ministry of AYUSH
👔 Roles Held: Deputy Director (Clinical Research) → Assistant Director → Deputy Director General (Technical)
🧩 Contributions:
Coordinated multicentric clinical research in respiratory disorders, mental health, and non-communicable diseases
Developed Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs) for Homoeopathy practice
Contributed to the expansion of regional research institutes and clinical trial units across India
🌱 Promoted evidence-based documentation and scientific communication within the Homoeopathy research ecosystem
Research & Clinical Foundation
1990s – 2005 | Clinical & Research Foundation
🩺 Began career as a Homoeopathic Physician and Research Officer at CCRH
🌿 Conducted multi-centric clinical trials and field studies on Homoeopathy for chronic and lifestyle-related diseases
📚 Published extensively on Homoeopathic Materia Medica, Public Health Interventions, and Clinical Validation Studies
💬 Known for bridging the gap between classical Homoeopathy principles and evidence-based healthcare approaches
Early Life & Education
📍 Birthplace: Haryana, India
🎓 Education:
Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS) – Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, New Delhi
Doctor of Medicine (M.D. Homoeopathy – Practice of Medicine) – Dr. M.P.K. Homoeopathic Medical College, Jaipur
Advanced training in Clinical Research, Public Health, and Medical Education
🏛️ A distinguished clinician, researcher, and policymaker, Dr. Khurana has been instrumental in strengthening the scientific foundation and institutional development of Homoeopathy in India and globally.