Dr. Sangeeta A. Duggal, a senior homoeopathic physician and policy expert, serves as Adviser (Homoeopathy) in the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. She oversees policy and program implementation, as well as administrative and technical coordination for Homoeopathy in national institutes and research councils. With a background in clinical practice, education, and research, Dr. Duggal plays a pivotal role in promoting evidence-based homoeopathy, advancing quality education, and integrating the system into India’s national health and wellness framework.
Adviser (Homoeopathy), Ministry of AYUSH
2019 – Present |
📅 Appointed: 2019
🏛️ Government of India – Ministry of AYUSH
👔 Designation: Adviser (Homoeopathy)
🧾 Divisions & Responsibilities under charge:
Homoeopathy (Policy & Programs) –
Formulation and implementation of national policies, schemes, and missions related to Homoeopathy
Integration of Homoeopathy under National AYUSH Mission (NAM) for infrastructure and human resource development
Strengthening education, research, and practice in Homoeopathy through modern policy frameworks
Administrative & Technical Matters –
Oversight of National Homoeopathy Institutes and Research Councils, including:
National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Homoeopathy (NEIAH), Shillong
Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH)
Ensuring research alignment with public health needs, quality assurance, and global collaborations
🌿 Current Focus:
Promoting integration of Homoeopathy in preventive and curative healthcare
Strengthening evidence-based research, drug standardization, and clinical validation
Enhancing global recognition of India’s homoeopathic education and research systems
Deputy Adviser (Homoeopathy), Ministry of AYUSH
2014 – 2019 |
👔 Oversaw national policy formulation for Homoeopathy, regulatory reforms, and academic coordination
🧾 Core Areas of Work:
Strengthening of Homoeopathy education standards through the Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH)
Capacity building of practitioners and institutional accreditation systems
Supported digitalization and transparent administration of homoeopathic councils and institutes
💬 Promoted homoeopathy as a cost-effective and safe complementary healthcare system
Research & Program Coordination, Ministry of AYUSH
2005 – 2013 |
📅 Joined Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) under the Ministry of AYUSH
🏛️ Designation: Research Officer (Homoeopathy) → Senior Research Officer
🧩 Key Responsibilities:
Coordinated multicentric clinical trials and epidemiological studies under CCRH
Contributed to national-level research on efficacy and safety of homoeopathic drugs
Strengthened scientific documentation and peer-reviewed publication of AYUSH research outcomes
🌿 Advocated inclusion of homoeopathy in National Health Programs
Clinical Practice & Teaching
1990s – 2005 |
🏥 Practiced as a consulting homoeopath and served as faculty member in reputed homoeopathic medical colleges in Mumbai and Pune
📚 Specialized in Homoeopathic Philosophy, Materia Medica, and Case Management
🌱 Promoted evidence-based homoeopathy and community healthcare through awareness and training programs
🏆 Recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to patient-centric care
Early Life & Education
📍 Birthplace: Maharashtra, India
🎓 Education:
Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS) – University of Mumbai
M.D. (Homoeopathy – Organon of Medicine) – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik
Advanced certifications in Public Health Administration, Policy Analysis, and Healthcare Management
🌿 An accomplished homoeopathic physician, researcher, and policymaker dedicated to strengthening the role of homoeopathy in India’s national healthcare framework