Jammu: In a significant recognition of the innovative research being undertaken by the Research and Development Division of Synergetic Green Warriors Foundation (SGWF), Dr. Sheetal, a Postgraduate scholar from Government Ayurvedic College and Associated Hospital, Pune, visited the Foundation’s research facility to study the rare Raj Harar plant that has been successfully propagated and developed through the dedicated efforts of Dr. Rakesh Verma, Head, Research & Development Division, SGWF.
Dr. Sheetal is pursuing her postgraduate studies under the guidance of Dr. Ila Bour, a distinguished academician in the field of Ayurveda. During her visit, she interacted with the research team and closely examined the Raj Harar plants being maintained at the SGWF research centre.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Rakesh Verma explained that the successful propagation of Raj Harar is the outcome of nearly 20 years of continuous experimentation, observation, and research. The species is considered rare and endemic to the Mathwar Block of District Jammu, and several renowned research institutions had previously faced challenges in propagating and conserving it successfully.
The visit provided an opportunity for detailed discussions on the medicinal importance, propagation techniques, conservation strategies, and future research potential of the species. Dr. Sheetal expressed keen interest in studying the plant further and appreciated the efforts being made by SGWF in conserving rare and valuable medicinal resources.
Dr. Sonia Verma, Managing Director/CEO of Synergetic Green Warriors Foundation, highlighted the achievements of the Foundation’s Research and Development Division. She informed the visiting scholar that SGWF has not only succeeded in propagating the rare Raj Harar plant but has also developed a unique summer apple variety through sustained research and experimentation.
Dr. Sonia Verma emphasized that the Foundation remains committed to promoting scientific research, biodiversity conservation, and the preservation of indigenous plant resources. She assured Dr. Sheetal that both the Raj Harar plant and the unique summer apple variety would be provided to the Pune institution for provenance and adaptability trials, thereby facilitating collaborative research and evaluation under different agro-climatic conditions.
The visit marks another important step in strengthening academic and research collaborations between SGWF and leading educational institutions across the country. Such exchanges are expected to contribute significantly to the conservation of rare plant species, promotion of Ayurvedic research, and development of sustainable biodiversity conservation practices.
The Research and Development Division of SGWF continues to work on the identification, conservation, propagation, and scientific evaluation of rare medicinal and horticultural species with the objective of preserving valuable biological resources for future generations.