On 28.11.2024, an educational visit to Regional food laboratory (Food and drug control administration) Rajkot was organised by the Department of Agadtantra, Department of Rasashastra and Department of Dravyaguna, Ayurvedic college and Hospital, RK University

The primary objective of this visit was to provide practical exposure to second-year BAMS students regarding analytical techniques used in food testing and quality control.

During the visit, 56 students gained valuable insights into-

Observation of Analytical Techniques:

• Chromatography: Students observed the principles and applications of chromatography in food and drug analysis.
• Spectrometry: Students learned about the use of spectrometry in detecting adulterants and contaminants in food and drug products.

Observation of Food Adulteration Tests:

• Colorimetric tests
• Microscopic examination
• Chemical tests

The educational visit to the Food Laboratory, Rajkot, was a successful endeavor. It provided valuable insights into the practical aspects of food analysis and quality control. The students actively engaged in the activities and showed keen interest in the techniques demonstrated.

The department would like to express its sincere gratitude to Mr Pravin Kumar, Senior Scientific incharge of Regional Food Laboratory, Rajkot, for their cooperation and support in organizing this educational visit.

We also thank the faculty members Dr Shivangi Malavia, Dr Jigar Vekariya, Dr Swati Gavadiya who accompanied the students and our Director  Dr Manoj Pandey for guidance and support which contributed to the success of the event.