- BAMS students explore scientific milk processing under Swasthavritta and Yoga curriculum
- Hands-on exposure to hygiene, quality control and industrial health standards
- Dr Sonali Ladhi highlights the value of experiential learning in preventive healthcare
NE EDUCATION BUREAU
GANDHINAGAR, DEC 29
In a strong blend of academic learning and real-world exposure, Aarihant Ayurvedic Medical College & Research Institute, under Swarnim Startup & Innovation University, organised an academic field visit for its students to the Gandhinagar District Co-Operative Milk Producers Union Limited (Madhur Dairy) on Friday.
The visit, conducted as part of the Swasthavritta and Yoga curriculum, was led by Dr Sonali Ladhi, Professor and Head of Department, along with faculty members Dr Suraj SR and Dr Dharmisha. Around 70 second-year BAMS students participated in the programme and received a structured orientation on the dairy’s infrastructure, processing capacity and operational workflow.
During the visit, students closely observed the complete milk processing cycle, beginning with procurement and initial quality assessment, followed by pasteurisation, homogenisation, standardisation and hygienic packaging. Detailed demonstrations of quality control measures, including tests for fat content, SNF (Solids-Not-Fat) and adulterant detection, offered valuable insights into food safety and regulatory compliance.
The exposure enabled students to connect Ayurvedic principles of dietetics, hygiene and preventive healthcare with modern food processing practices. By witnessing large-scale operations firsthand, students gained a deeper understanding of industrial health standards, hygienic food handling and quality assurance, which are essential components of community health and wellness.
Highlighting the importance of experiential learning, Dr Sonali Ladhi said, “Such field visits play a crucial role in bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application. Understanding food processing, hygiene and quality control at an industrial level helps our students appreciate the relevance of Swasthavritta principles in contemporary public health and preventive medicine.”
The academic visit reinforced the institute’s commitment to holistic medical education, equipping future Ayurvedic practitioners with practical perspectives that complement classroom teaching and strengthen their understanding of health, nutrition and preventive care.
