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Community Outreach

Community Outreach

SRHU lays down great emphasis on social welfare of the society as a whole. For the benevolence of mankind and to reach out to the underprivileged class it conducts several programs which touch masses. Through dedicated teams, it reaches out to remote areas, specially where accessibility to essential services is acutely low and works to provide relief. Identifying similar spirit of work across the nation, individuals/institutions are also awarded “Swami Rama Humanitarian Award” for bringing about economical, environmental, scientific, social & spiritual growth of the humanity. The University works closely with Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT) our Promoting Society, Rural Development Institute (RDI) - an allied unit, Department of Community Medicine, etc. that run numerous public welfare programs. Various academic units are equally engaged in social welfare through programs such as Rural Immersion, among others.

Rural Development

SRHU works closely with RDI in the areas of health, education, water & sanitation, skills and other development issues. A snapshot of contribution is as follows:-
Health

- Continue to work and facilitate empowerment of women and community health workers. Some are now local village heads, frontline health workers under Government etc.

- Instrumental in bringing the rate of infant mortality below the risk sign.

- Contributed in improving the Ante-Natal Check up

- Facilitated change in attitude towards service benefits

- Extended support to 200,000+ Women and 19,000+ Children

- Health education to over 10,000 school students

- Scholarship distribution to over 300 children

- Made drinking water available in villages using anti-gravity schemes / rain water storage in over 325 villages

- Introduced solar panel technology in the hinterlands of Uttarakhand

- Implemented 200+ Water Supply Schemes

- Installed 12,000+ Sanitation Units

- One of the earlier organizations to initiate Peer Model for adolescent initiatives

- Content developed for Adolescents has been up scaled under SABLA scheme (PAN India)

- Reached out to 110,000+ Adolescents

- Empaneled as National Training Providers under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. Of India

- Set up 64 disabled people’s organization at village level and framed one federation at block level.

- Sensitized over 800+ teachers, local village heads and front line health workers

- Created inclusive content including Braille Book on Menstrual hygiene

- Offered social welfare support to over 400 people with disability

- Financial support extended to 281 children from the disaster affected areas

COMMUNITY HEALTH

The Department of Community Medicine, both in Medical and Nursing Institute, offers a vista of holistic health to its beneficiaries residing in its field practice area through its collaboration with Community Health Center, Doiwala and three own outreach Health Centres viz. RHTC, Kurkawala, UHTC, Rishikesh and UHC, Ghamandpur, which are being used for teaching, training, research and community health work.

The dedicated faculty and staff are instrumental in channelizing National Health Programs by GOI into the general population. Apart from this, health and screening camps are conducted every month reaching the marginalized population.

 

Community Medicine team keeps a demographic record of the beneficiaries through family surveys and actively mobilizes community to raise their awareness via IEC activities including health rallies, nukkadnatak, focused group discussions, health talks, quizzes, surveys, and health camps encouraging community participation. Monitoring and surveillance activities are routinely undertaken in the field practice area for a constant scrutiny of the health of our community.
The department, over the years has successfully participated in and conducted:
 
Awareness and surveys regarding national programs like National Vector Borne Disease Control Program, National Programme on Prevention and Control of Diabetes, CVD and Stroke.
Active participation in National Programs and schemes eg. Measles-Rubella Campaign, Pulse Polio Immunisation and ICDS Monitoring in Uttarakhand where its efforts have been recognized and lauded by the Office of DGHS, Uttarakhand.
 
The department has carved out a niche in public health services and research on issues catering to the marginalized population and health issues in Uttarakhand viz. establishment of Geriatric friendly health clinics, non-communicable disease surveys, nutritional surveys with focus on iodine deficiency disorders, geriatric nutrition and food adulteration, thyroid disorders and gender based violence to name a few.
 
Primordial prevention of lifestyle diseases through conduction of school health weeks.
Encouraging community participation and providing Community diagnosis and treatment.
 

Observation of Public Health Days in the community

Public Health Days are observed in the community every year to increase public awareness on a particular health issue and provide its detailed knowledge to its beneficiaries. We try to encourage the most vulnerable groups to check their health status and follow medication. The Day is also an occasion to mobilize political and social commitment for further progress.
 
The department holds regular clinics concerning Mother & Child health, Adolescent, Cancer Awareness & Screening, Geriatric Friendly Clinic etc.
Programs under National Health Mission (NHM)
University is actively participating in NHM programme launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. With an aim to strengthen health systems and adopt Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS), Medical and health services are being offered at CHC Doiwala, Dehradun with special focus on reproductive, maternal, child and adolescent health.
Gauri-Pustakalaya
Other Community Initiatives
The University recently renovated Gauri Public library, named after the mother of Gurudev HH Dr Swami Rama, at Kotdwar, Garhwal which is the oldest and the only library in the city. This library has more than 13,000 books and some rare books by the regional and national authors. In future the Library will be fully digitalised and will have a facility of E-Library.

Swami Rama Humanitarian Award

Since 2003, each year, an award dedicated to Gurudev HH Shri Swami Rama, is given in recognition of the work of an individual / institution for economical, environmental, scientific, social & spiritual growth of the world. The award consists of Rupees Five Lacs, a Gold Medal and a Citation.

RECIPIENTS OF SWAMI RAMA HUMANITARIAN AWARD

Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre

Year : 2022
Received By : Venerable Bhikkhu Sanghasena

Address : Leh - Ladakh

Vinoba Seva Ashram

Year : 2021
Received By : Ramesh Bhaiya and Vimala Behen, Founder, Vinoba Seva Ashram

Address : Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh

Shri Sachchida Nand Bharti

Year : 2020
Received By : Shri Sachchida Nand Bharti

Address : Village Uffrainkhal, District Pauri, Uttarakhand

H.H. Swami Satyamitranand Ji (Posthumously)

Year : 2019
Received By : H.H. Swami Avdeshanand Ji Maharaj, Director Bharat Mata Mandir

Address : Saptrishi Road, Bhoopatwala Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Sewadham Ashram

Year : 2018
Received By : Shri Sudhir Bhai Goyal, Founder Director “Ankit Gram”, Ratnadeep

Address : Ambodia (Gambhir Dam) Badnagar Road, Ujjain (MP) 456 006

SEWA Rural

Year : 2017
Received By : Dr Pankajbhai Shah, Managing Trustee

Address : Jhagadia, Bharuch, Gujarat

Dr Vibha Gupta

Year : 2016
Received By : Dr Vibha Gupta, Director Magan Sangrahalaya

Address : Kumapappa Marg, Wardha - 442001

PARIVAAR

Year : 2015
Received By : Shri. Vinayak Lohani, Founder

Address : Bonogram, Bakhrahat Road, P.S - Rashpunja, Kolkata - 700104, West Bengal

Shri Vivek Sawant

Year : 2014
Received By : Shri Vivek Sawant, Managing Director, Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Limited (MKCL)

Address : ICC Trade Tower, "A", Wing, 5th Floor Senapati Bapat Road, Shivajinagar Pune, Maharashtra

Dr Shiv Kumar Sarin

Year : 2013
Received By : Dr Shiv Kumar Sarin, Director Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences

Address :Vasant Kunj, New Delhi

Sanmati Bal Niketan

Year : 2012
Received By : Mai Sindhutai Sapakal, Founder "Shivraj Complex"

Address :D-1, Near Mohintara Hospital, Behind Vaibhav Cinema, Hadapsar Pune - 411028, Maharashtra

Divya Prem Sewa Mission

Year : 2011
Received By : Shri Ashish Gautam, President Sewa Kunj

Address :Chandighat, Haridwar

SEARCH (Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health)

Year : 2010
Received By : Dr Abhay Bang, Director

Address :Shodhgram P.O. Gadchiroli – 442 605 Maharashtra

Thutak Nunpuitu Team (TNT)

Year : 2009
Received By : Dr Sangthankima Sailo, Founder

Address :Zuangtui, Aizwal, Mizoram

Vikas Bharti Society

Year : 2008
Received By : Shri Ashok Bhagat, Secretary

Address :Gumla - 835331, Jharkhand

All India Pingalwara Charitable Society

Year : 2007
Received By : Dr Inderjit Kaur, President

Address :Tehsilpura, G.T. Road, Amritsar

Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement (SVYM)

Year : 2006
Received By : Dr R. Balasubramaniam, President

Address :Hanchipura Road, Saragur, H.D. kote Taluk, Mysore Distt. Karnatka - 571121

Shri Chandi Prasad Bhatt

Year : 2005
Received By : Shri Chandi Prasad Bhatt

Address :Sarvodaya Kendra Mandir Marg Gopeshwar, Distt. Chamoli Uttarakhand

SOS Children’s Villages of India

Year : 2004
Received By : Mr. S. Sandilya, President

Address :National Office: Plot No. 4, Block C-1, Nelson Mandela Marg Vasant Kunj New Delhi – 110 070

Shri Sundar Lal Bahuguna

Year : 2003
Received By :Shri Sundar Lal Bahuguna

Address :C/o Dr V. C. Pathak Street No. 1/D-7 Shastri Nagar, P. O. Nehrugram Dehradun

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Nursing Advisor at Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust

Dr. Kathleen M. McKeehan

Dr. Kathleen M. McKeehan is a highly regarded American nursing leader and researcher who has dedicated decades to advancing nursing education and clinical practices at the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT) and Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) in Dehradun, India. Serving as the Nursing Advisor, she has been instrumental in shaping the Himalayan College of Nursing into a center of excellence, emphasizing the integration of compassionate care with modern medical technology.

Dr. McKeehan’s academic background is extensive, including a Ph.D. in nursing from the Case Western Reserve University and post-doctoral research at Ohio State University. Before her long-term commitment to the Himalayan Institute, she held prestigious academic positions, such as the Dorothy Rider Pool Professorship at Allentown College. Her research expertise spans oncology nursing, continuing education strategies, and innovation diffusion in healthcare settings.

At HIHT, she is a central figure in tradition and mentorship, often leading the symbolic Lamp Lighting and Oath Ceremony for new nursing students. Her work focuses on fostering a vibrant research culture and ensuring that nursing curricula meet international standards while remaining rooted in the visionary humanitarian principles of the institute's founder, H.H. Dr. Swami Rama.

Former Director, LBSNAA

Dr. Sanjeev Chopra (IAS Retd.)

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Since retiring, Dr. Chopra has emerged as a prominent literary figure and public intellectual. He is the Founder and Festival Director of Valley of Words, an international literature and arts festival based in Dehradun. An acclaimed author, his works include We, the People of the States of Bharat: The Making and Remaking of India’s Internal Boundaries (2022) and The Great Conciliator: Lal Bahadur Shastri and the Transformation of India (2025).

He holds a PhD in Management and has been a fellow at prestigious institutions like Cornell University and the World Bank. Currently, he continues to contribute as a columnist for ThePrint and serves as a Senior Fellow in Contemporary History at the Prime Ministers' Memorial and Library.

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Prof. Ball's work focuses on applying Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) and machine learning to solve complex biological problems. His research spans cancer systems biology, drug discovery, and the development of "molecular digital twins" for disease states. He is particularly noted for his work on the Nottingham Prognostic Index Plus (NPI+), a system that uses biomarkers to improve breast cancer patient stratification.

Before joining ARU, he was a Professor of Bioinformatics at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for over two decades, where he led the John van Geest Cancer Research Centre’s biostatistics efforts. He has published more than 280 journal papers and holds multiple patents in the field of AI and omics data analysis. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (FRSB) and serves on the editorial boards of prominent journals like Proteomics.

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Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Nadkarni has served as President of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (2023-2024) and Co-Chair of the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR). His research focuses on advancing CPR quality, sepsis management, and pediatric life support, contributing to over 850 peer-reviewed publications. He has also been a key figure in global health initiatives, including the ABC Stop the Bleed program in India and missions with Operation Smile.

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A leather technology engineer from HBTU Kanpur with a Master’s in Economics, Nautiyal’s career spanned the private sector, public sector banking, and the Ministry of MSME. He is credited with leading the state to secure the first position in the North India Geographical Indication (GI) festival in 2022, successfully promoting indigenous products like Munsiyari Rajma and Ringal Craft.

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Prof. Prabhu Narayan Mishra

Prof. Prabhu Narayan Mishra is a renowned Management Guru and academician with over 40 years of experience in teaching, research, and consulting. He is particularly recognized for his tenure as a Fellow in the Department of Economics & Accounting at the University of Liverpool, UK, where he served from 1996 to 1997. His international academic footprint also includes serving as a Senior Visiting Faculty at Tulane University, USA.

In India, Prof. Mishra has held several prestigious positions, including Director of the Institute of Management Studies (IMS) and officiating Vice Chancellor of Devi Ahilya University, Indore. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Allahabad and is widely known for pioneering the study of Indian Ethos in Management, blending ancient Vedic wisdom with modern business theories.

A prolific scholar, he has supervised numerous doctoral students and authored several books and research papers. Prof. Mishra is also a dedicated philanthropist, serving as the Founder President of organizations like the Shri Krishna Foundation and Utkarsha, which focus on spiritual wisdom and community development. His multifaceted career is marked by prestigious awards, including the Commonwealth Academic Staff Fellowship and the United Nations Fellowship.

Ex Director, National JALMA

Prof. Kiran Katoch

Prof. Kiran Katoch is a highly respected academic researcher and medical scientist who served as the Director of the National JALMA Institute for Leprosy and Other Mycobacterial Diseases (NJILOMD) in Agra. With over four decades of experience, she has been a leading figure in the research and treatment of leprosy and tuberculosis in India. Her work is characterized by a unique focus on bridging clinical medicine with laboratory research to improve patient outcomes in mycobacterial infections.

A prolific scientist, Prof. Katoch has authored or co-authored over 150 research publications in prestigious national and international journals. Her seminal contributions include studies on the efficacy of multidrug therapy (MDT) for leprosy and the investigation of cardiovascular involvement in leprosy patients. For her outstanding research, she was honored with the Dr. C. G. S. Iyer Oration Award in 1989.

Beyond her administrative and research roles, she has served as the Editor of the Indian Journal of Leprosy and the President of the Tuberculosis Association of India (TAI). Even after her tenure as Director, she remains active as an ICMR Distinguished Scientist Chair, continuing to advocate for integrated health systems and innovative research to solve local health challenges.

Executive-in-Residence, S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research

Mr. Prabhat Pani

Mr. Prabhat Pani is a distinguished corporate leader and academician with over 40 years of experience, currently serving as an Executive in Residence and Executive Director of the Centre for Impact in Sustainable Development at SPJIMR, Mumbai. An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, he began his career with the Tata Administrative Services (TAS) and has held numerous leadership roles across the Tata Group.

His corporate journey includes serving as the CEO of Ginger Hotels (Roots Corporation Ltd) and as the Executive Director of Taj SATS Air Catering. He also spent significant time in the telecom sector, holding senior roles at Tata Teleservices, Airtel, and BPL Cellular. Prior to his academic transition, he served as Head of Partnerships & Technology at Tata Trusts, where he led large-scale social impact initiatives.

At SPJIMR, Pani focuses on Sustainable Development and social sector interventions, bridging the gap between corporate efficiency and developmental needs. He is also a Senior Advisor at The Conference Board and continues to mentor social sector professionals. His work remains centered on building institutional capacity and leveraging technology for broad-based community impact.

Media Executive & Board Member, Times Group

Mr. A.P. Parigi

Mr. A.P. Parigi, is a veteran leader in the Indian media, entertainment, and telecommunications sectors with over 40 years of experience. He is most widely recognized as the Co-Founder of Radio Mirchi, where he served as the Managing Director and CEO of Entertainment Network India Ltd. (ENIL). Under his leadership, Radio Mirchi grew into India's largest private FM radio network, fundamentally changing the country's audio landscape.

Throughout his career, Parigi has held several high-profile roles, including Group CEO of Network18, CEO of BPL Mobile, and MD & CEO of Eros International Media. His strategic vision also spearheaded the Times Group’s entry into the Out-of-Home (OOH) media business. Beyond corporate leadership, he has served on the boards of major entities like Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India) and has been an advisor to global institutions such as the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.

An alumnus of the Delhi School of Economics and the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi, Parigi was the first non-American to receive the Rensselaer Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2009. Today, he continues to mentor next-generation leaders and advise organisations on growth, corporate governance, and digital transformation.

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Dr. Sanjay Kumar

Dr. Sanjay Kumar, FNA, is a distinguished agricultural biotechnologist and the former Director of the CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT). Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), where he oversees the selection of top-tier scientific talent for India’s agricultural research sector. His leadership is defined by a commitment to converting high-end biotechnology into sustainable livelihoods for farmers in the Himalayan region.

During his tenure at CSIR-IHBT, Dr. Kumar achieved major milestones, including the historic introduction of Heeng (asafoetida) and monk fruit cultivation in India. His research spans plant molecular biology and genomics, specifically focusing on how Himalayan flora adapts to extreme environments. A fellow of all three major Indian science academies (FNA, FNASc, and FNAAS), he has published over 120 research papers. His work continues to play a vital role in strengthening India's bio-economy and ensuring long-term food security through innovation.

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Dr. Mohan Swami 

Dr. Mohan Swami is a distinguished physician, entrepreneur, and educational visionary who currently serves as the Pro-Chancellor of Perdana University, Malaysia. A graduate of Mysore University, India, he began his medical career in 1978. He initially gained prominence in Sabah, where he established the largest private medical group practice, laying the foundation for his extensive career in healthcare management and corporate leadership.

Dr. Swami is widely recognized as the driving force behind the establishment of Perdana University in 2011. Under his leadership, the institution launched as a landmark public-private partnership, collaborating with world-class entities like the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Beyond academia, he is the Executive Chairman of Chase Perdana Sdn Bhd and has held significant leadership roles in various multinational corporations across the healthcare, property, and hospitality sectors.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Swami is a deeply spiritual individual. He serves as the President of the AHYMSIN (Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International) and Chancellor of Swami Rama Himalayan University. For his immense contributions to education and the Malaysian economy, he was conferred the title of Tan Sri. He also serves as the Honorary Consul of Botswana in Malaysia, bridging international relations through diplomacy and philanthropy.

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Swami Avdheshanand

Swami Avdheshanand is one of India’s most influential spiritual leaders and the Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of the Juna Akhara, the largest order of Hindu monks. Born on November 24, 1962, in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, he displayed a profound spiritual inclination from childhood. Seeking higher truths, he renounced worldly life at a young age to practice intense meditation and austerity as a hermit in the Himalayas.

His teachings are rooted in Advaita Vedanta, focusing on self-realization, universal brotherhood, and the harmony of all religions. Beyond his role as a monastic leader, he is a globally respected philosopher who has addressed the United Nations and the World Economic Forum, advocating for global peace and environmental sustainability.

As the founder of Prabhu Premi Sangh, he oversees extensive social welfare projects, including healthcare initiatives, educational programs for the underprivileged, and environmental conservation efforts like the "Green Kumbh." A prolific author and orator, his discourses reach millions via television and digital platforms. Known for his serene demeanor and intellectual depth, Swami Ji continues to bridge the gap between ancient Vedic wisdom and modern global challenges, guiding seekers toward a life of purpose and spiritual clarity.