For Private & Restricted Circulation Only Vol.1April - JuneNo. 14 2014 April to June 20141

A Quarterly Newsletter for Ayurvedic & Herbal Industry

PRESIDENT Dr. P. M. Varier Arya Vaidya Sala, Kerala From the President’s Desk IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Subharthee Dey Dear Members, Dey’s Medical Stores (Mfg.) Ltd., Kolkata VICE PRESIDENTS Our Association has been informed by the members Debarshi Dutta Gupta (East) of Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, East India Pharmaceutical Works Limited, Kolkata Maharashtra that State Biodiversity Authorities are Ranjit Puranik (West) Shree Dhootpapeshwar Ltd, Mumbai demanding to furnish the details of the raw material Dr. Rajesh Thapar (North) sourced by them in Form No. 1 and also demanding a Herbotech India, Ludhiana Dr. Anil Kumar (South) fee of Rs. 1000/- to Rs. 10000/- along with Application Kerala Ayurveda Ltd, Kerala for commercial utilisation of bioresources. We have also been reported HON. GENERAL SECRETARY that the Access Benefit Sharing has also been demanded by the State Chandrakant Bhanushali Ayurchem Products, Mumbai Biodiversity Authorities as per the turnover of the Company. JoinT SECREATRY Nimish Shroff This matter has been discussed in the Managing Committee meeting of Charak Pharma (P) Ltd, Mumbai ADMA held on 20th June 2014 and decided to get the advisory from the TREASURER Shashank Sandu Group of Five members viz. Sandu Brothers Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Regional Secretaries 1. Dr. Amit Agarwal, Natural Remedies Pvt. Ltd., Jasmeet Singh (North) Fidalgo Healthcare, Ludhiana 2. Dr. Baba Brindavanam, Dabur India Ltd., Hardik Ukani (West) 3. Mr. Rajendra Dobriyal, Hindustan Unilever Ltd., Vasu Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., Vadodara Dr. Saji Kumar (South) 4. Dr. Anup Karla, Ayurvet Ltd., Dhathri Ayurveda Pvt Ltd, Kochi MEMBERS 5. Ms. Shagun Tulsyan, Emami Ltd., Prabodh V. Shah Virgo UAP Pharma Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad formed to provide an autonomous platform to take on the matter step by Dr. J.P. Singh step and advise the members accordingly. Shree Dhanwantri Herbals, Amritsar Chanpreet Singh Chawla It was also decided to meet the Minister of Environment and the Health Dr. Asma Herbals, Amritsar Dr. Amit Agarwal Minister to resolve the critical issues. Natural Remedies Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore Vd. Punarvasu Agnihotri I am glad to inform you that the following new members were enrolled as a Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy, Ahmedabad Annual member of our Association from 1st April to 30th June 2014. Pushkar Sharad Pathak Chaitanya Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Nashik 1. M/s. REX (U & A) Remedies Pvt Ltd., Delhi Vd. Uday Deshpande The Ayurvedeeya Arkashala Ltd., Satara 2. M/s. Everyday Herbal Beauty Care, Gujarat Sunil Balchandra Tambe Santulan Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd., Karla 3. M/s. VLCC Personal Care Ltd., New Delhi. Aniruddha Milind Raj Pathak Koral Pharma, Nashik I warmly welcome all of them and look forward to their active participation Dr. C.K. Katiyar in the Association’s activities. Emami Limited, Kolkata Dr. J.L.N.Sastry Dabur India Limited, Ghaziabad I urge all members who have not yet renewed their membership subscription Dr. Dilip Trivedi for the current year to renew their membership immediately along with Shriji Herbal Products, Mumbai arrears, if any, as the same is overdue. Jaideep Nagrath Pentavox Herbals P. Ltd., Ludhiana Kindly note that your financial support is utmost important for the Ashwani Passi Prabhat Ayurvedic Pharmacy, Amritsar Association to provide better service to the members. Shriram Gandhi LVG Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad Ashwani Kumar Gupta Dr. P. M. Varier Abhishek Pharmaceuticals, Ludhiana President -ADMA Rajendra Dobriyal Hindustan Unilever Ltd., Delhi

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From the Secretary’s Desk

Dear Members, 5. Representation in respect of Duty structure on Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathic A gist of activities and updates are given medicine was sent to the Secretary, Department of below for your information AYUSH vide letter no. 168 dated 9th June 2014. 1. IP Commission had called upon the Stakeholders 6. Lists of which could be added to the NTC list of Herbal Industry to provide Inputs for Herbal was sent to Dr. D.K.Ved, Advisor, FRLHT, with a Monographs. We had sent our comments to the copy to the Secretary, NBA, vide leter no. 176 dated Secretary, Department of AYUSH vide letter no.78 11th June 2014. dated 23rd April 2014 and requested to take up the matter with IPC and DCGI to prevent the avoidable 7. Representation in respect of Duty structure on duplication of work on IP and API. Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathic medicine was also made to Hon’ble Minister of 2. First Meeting of the Reconstitued Expert Committee Finance, Ministry of Commerce vide letter no 177 th on Normally Traded Commodities was held on 26 dated 11th June 2014. and 27th May 2014 at Chennai. ADMA had nominated Dr. Amit Agarwal to attend this meeting. Report of 8. We have received a letter from Dr. Vipin Kumar the Meeting received from Dr Amit was circulated to Sharma, IC Section, Department of AYUSH all members of the Managing Committee. requesting AYUSH Industry to send any issue which can be raised in a high level meeting with the officials 3. Steering Committee meeting on Centre of of Bangladesh during the visit of delegation led by Excellence and Traditional knowledge was held on the Secretary, Department of AYUSH. We have 20th May 2014 at New Delhi. ADMA had nominated received a feedback from M/s. Sandu Brothers, Dr N. B.Brindavanam to attend this meeting vide M/s Arya Vaidya Sala and M/s Emami, which was letter no. 125 dated 13th May 2014. collated and sent to the Department of AYUSH vide 4. We have requested for an appointment with Dr. letter no. 150 dated 30-5-2014 and letter no. 179 th Harsh Vardhan, Hon’ble Minister of Health , Ministry dated 12 June 2014. of Health & Family Welfare, vide our letter no. 167 9. IC Section, Department of AYUSH requested dated 9-6-2014, drawing his attention to some of us to forward a List of organizations interested in the very important matters concerning the AYUSH setting up Ayurveda resorts and Spa in Bosnia and industry such as : Herzegovina and Hungary. While circulating the letter to our Members, we have received responses from (i) Matter related to National Biodiversity authority four member Companies viz. Vasudeva Vilasam and Biodiversity Act 2002 and Rules 2006. Group of Institutions, Kerala, M/s.Everyday Herbal (ii) Regulation which affect the smooth flow of trade Beauty Care, Gujarat, M/s.Swaarnim Naturscience in medicinal plants due to provisions of Indian Ltd, Madhya Pradesh, M/s.Maharishi Ayurveda Forest Act 1927 and Wild Life Protection Act Products Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi and we have intimated 1972. their names to Department of AYUSH for their further (iii) Non declaration of promotive and progressive action. schemes for the AYUSH industry in the current 10. Representation in respect of Time Lines & Fees for 12th Five Year Plan. disposal of Applications to State FDAs was sent to Secretary, Department of AYUSH vide letter no. 188 (iv) Levy of Central Excise duty on Ayurvedic dated 30th June 2014. products. 11. Members interested for the copy of our submissions (v) Procurement Preference given to PSU under may kindly write to ADMA Secretariat for the same. NRHM Schemes. Chandrakant Bhanushali (vi) Matter regarding Prefix and Suffix. Hon. General Secretary

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Rose - Classification Other Species Rosa acicularis, Rosa alba, Rosa pendulina,Rosa Kingdom Plantae anemoniflora, Rosa arkansana, Rosa arvensis, Rosa nutkana, Rosa gigantea, Rosa omeiensis, Rosa Magnoliophyta Division oxyacantha, Rosa palutris, Rosa nutkana, Rosa Class Magnoliopsida sharardii, Rosa oxyacantha, Rosa palustris are some of the related species of Rose. There are more than Order 120 species of Roses plant. Family Location Subfamily Rosoideae Roses are found in almost all the parts of India. They Genus Rosa l are widely grown in the Valley of and Mahim Found In Valley of Flowers and Nature Park Mahim National Park Cultivation methods Rose plants are propagated by the seeds, cuttings, layers and by budding. Roses require loamy, well drained soil. Budding is considered as the best method for propagating rose plants. They are planted in the circular pits about 60- 90 cm across and 60 -75 cm deep. Remove all the broken and bruised while planting the plant. Roses require atleast six hours of direct sunlight for the growth. The best time to plant the Rose plants rests between September to October. The rose plant needs cutting from time to time. It requires manures and fertilizers at the time of planting.

Medicinal uses Gulkand made by the mixture of Rose petals and white sugar in equal proportion acts as a tonic and laxative. Hips, the fruit of roses are the good source of Vitamin C. Rose petals are used to make skin healthy and Other names glowing. It cures dry and patchy skin. The rose scent Dublin Bay, Impatient, Quing, Gul, Gulbahar, has been used in pill making for centuries. Its herbal Hravart, Roosevelt, Vartan, Arrosa, Aygul, Okla- tea is used in the treatment of cold and cough. homa Hulthemosa, Hesperrhodos, Platyrhodon, Other uses Banksianae, Carolinae, Pimpinellifoliae, Rosa, Dried Rose petals called Pankhuri are used during Laevigatae, Gymnocarpae are some of the other the hot weather for preparing cool drinks. Roses names of the Rose plant. are also used in the preparation of rose water and Description rose vinegar. Rose hips are sometime eaten. They There are several varieties of the Indian Roses which are used for making herbal tea, jam and jellies. includes white rose, pink rose, maroon rose, red rose, Rose plantss are generally used for beautifying the yellow rose and orange rose. It has thorn on its stems. gardens and walkways. Rose petals are used in The cane has leaves and budeyes. A consists of cooking, which increases its flavour and make it even stipule, petiole, and leaflets. The leaves are -15 cm more delicious. Relaxing therapies with rose smells long. The leaflets usually have the segrrated margins are used in candles, lotion, bath oils and perfumes. and few small prickles on the underside of the stem. Source: http://www.ecoindia.com/flora/flowers/ Most of the roses are . The has five rose-plant.html petals.

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Natural Alternatives to Statins Cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been the leading with least “side effects”. Natural supplements are of cause of death for men and women in all over the world significance if the person have elevated cholesterol, but for many decades. Major risk factors for developing is not high-risk for cardiovascular disease. You can go cardiovascular disease include diabetes, hypertension, for natural remedies and hyprelipidemia especially elevated low-density • To minimize the risks of short and long-term side lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and decreased high- effects of statins density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). • If you are medication sensitive Recent epidemiological studies reveal overall high incidence of dyslipidemia in India. In 2010, there were • To reduce cholesterol and improve cardiovascular around 4.69 million of patients with coronary heart health safely, effectively and less expensively disease (CHD) which would be increased to around 6.15 million by 2015 in India. Guggulipid (Extract of Gum Guggul) In Ayurveda, the Indian system of medicine, Guggul Dyslipidemia, one of the most important contributing (Commiphora wightii / Commiphora mukul) is factors for atherosclerosis, is mainly responsible for recommended for the treatment of Medorog i.e. obesity.3 coronary artery disease (CAD).1 To reduce elevated Guggul produces a resinous soap known as gum guggul cholesterol level, statins are the primary therapeutic whose extract (guggulipid) contains active constituent, agents used along with lifestyle and diet modifications. guggulsterone. Statins Double-blind, randomised, placebo controlled trial in They prevent cholesterol biosynthesis, mainly in the healthy adults with moderately increased cholesterol liver.2 It promotes the cellular uptake of circulating showed that guggul reduces total cholesterol and HDL- LDL-C particles by LDL receptors, thereby lowers total C4, supporting the ancient health claim. serum cholesterol and LDL-C levels. Garlic (Allium sativum) Yes, it is true that statins reduce the overall cardiovascular According to Ayurveda, Lashun (Garlic) is useful in risk as well as mortality by approximately 30%. But what the treatment of Hridrog (heart diseases), which is also about the remaining 70 % who are not helped by taking supported by many preclinical and clinical studies5. statin? Also there are some health risks involved with The comprehensive meta-analysis of garlic studies statin use that include- suggested that garlic reduced total serum cholesterol • Cognitive (brain-related) impairment, such as levels by 8 % on average and is correlated with memory loss, forgetfulness and confusion reduction in risk of coronary events by 38 % at 50 years • Increased risk of raised blood sugar levels and the of age. All trial documented high tolerance of garlic development of type 2 diabetes preparations and their minimal side effects. The authors • Increases liver enzymes, so contraindicated in concluded that “the available data suggests garlic as a patients with acute or chronic liver disease very good natural alternative with a higher safety profile than conventional cholesterol-lowering medications in • Statin-mediated myopathy patients with moderately elevated cholesterol.”6 So, it is not a replacement for many other therapeutic An open-label, prospective, comparative study, measures to maintain or improve cardiovascular health conducted on 60 patients having type 2 diabetes whether you are taking statin or not. Therefore, to mellitus and obesity showed anti-hyperglycemic achieve favourable LDL goal (often not achieved by and lipid-lowering properties of garlic. Additionally, statins alone), to avoid intolerable side effects (with C-reactive protein and serum adenosine deaminase effective statin dose) and to reduce pocket load (the levels were also reduced. Thus, garlic is a valuable most effective statin may not be affordable)... patient candidate to provide good glycemic control and to needs, natural alternatives to statins! prevent long-term complications.7 Thus garlic can serve Natural Alternatives to Statins as safe, cost effective adjunct to other methods of reducing cholesterol, allowing you to use lower doses American Diabetes Association (ADA) stated that the of cholesterol-lowering drugs or other supplements. metabolic syndrome treatment starts with lifestyle modification and dietary modifications and supplements. Fiber Natural and holistic healing treatment accomplished Both types of fiber (soluble and insoluble) help to reduce unrivalled lead in many people’s health-care. These cardiovascular disease risk. Both, animal and human natural panaceas provide “side assets” in terms of studies support the direct and positive association improvement in functioning of other body systems

April - June 2014 5 between increased dietary fiber (DF) intake and phytosterols from early in life may help to alleviate the improved plasma lipid levels, including reduced serum detrimental effects of high fat high energy (HFHE) diet, LDL-C levels and thus provide protection against heart which harms to the cardiovascular and mental health.15 disease and stroke.8 Red Yeast Rice Cholesterol content of lipoproteins and a moderate In , people are using red yeast rice since 800 increase in phytosterolemia, both are related to A.D. Approximately ten compounds in it possess cardiovascular disease. Soluble fiber intake among statin-like effect, particularly lovastatin. Chinese red patients treated with highly effective lipid-lowering yeast rice significantly reduces healthcare expenses therapy seems favourable to reduce phytosterolemia and heart disease risk in individuals with modest rise with additional benefits including lower plasma glucose of serum cholesterol levels.16 Additionally, they reduce levels and anthropometric parameters.9 raised C-reactive protein levels like prescription statins. Major sources of both types of fibers are oats, barley, Therefore, it is a good natural alternative to statins as beans, vegetables, legumes, and whole fruits. Soluble it does not cause most common adverse effects of fibers can be obtained from beans, lentils, apple, citrus statins. fruits, oats, barley, peas, carrots. Policosanol (Natural Extract of Sugar Cane) Soy Policosanol is a combination of a few fatty alcohols In 1999, US-FDA-approved a health claim: “soy protein, (octacosanol, triacontanol, hexacosanol) derived and 25 grams daily, as a part of diet low in saturated fat and purified from sugar cane. cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.”10 This nutritional supplement decreases LDL-C and Soy proteins positively influence cardiovascular health increases HDL-C, thus help to prevent atherosclerosis. by improvement in serum lipoprotein, risk factor for Policosanol prevents endothelium damage and increase CHD. Soy proteins lower serum LDL-C by 6% to 7% in arterial wall thickness.17 Policosanol augments and leads to reduction in CHD by 6–10%.11 cardiac function, lowers angina symptoms, and boosts 18 Soy proteins can be obtained from soy milk, soy flour, endurance in people with atherosclerosis. Good thing soy puddings, and supplements. Soybeans are rich is that policosanol can be used by diabetics as it does in high-quality protein, fiber, sterols, and functional not contain sugar. This cost effective, phytochemical phytonutrients recognized as isoflavones and paramount alternative to statins should be used with medical antioxidants, which protect arteries, reduce cholesterol, supervision. discourage LDL-C oxidation, and help to prevent blood Conclusion clot formation. This article reviewed numerous proven and well tolerated Almonds options that can serve as natural alternatives to statins to Almonds are excellent source of monounsaturated assist each patient to attain their favourable cholesterol fat, fiber, α-tocopherol, minerals such as magnesium, target and help to prevent future cardiovascular calcium, potassium, and copper, and phytonutrients, a events. precursor of nitric oxide. Because of their high content References of favourable nutrients, almonds are good adjunct to Executive Summary of the Third Report of the National Cholesterol combat hypercholesterolemia. Education Program (NCEP) Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Nut consumption improves triglycerides, total cholesterol, Panel III) [special communication]. JAMA 2001;285:2486-2947. and LDL cholesterol and also positively improves 1. Pentikainen MO, Oorni K, Ala-Korpela M, Kovanen PT.Modified cardiovascular risk factors.12 Almond consumption LDL-trigger of atherosclerosis and inflammation in the arterial lowers plasma total and LDL cholesterol more than intima. J Intern Med. 2000;247:359-370. dietary saturated fatty acid intake alone.13 2. Bhavprakash Nighantu, Karpuradi Varg, Shlok no. 40 Nohr LA, Rasmussen LB, Straand J. Resin from the mukul myrrh tree, guggul, can it be used for treating hypercholesterolemia? Phytosterols (Plant Sterols) A randomized, controlled study. Complement Ther Med. 2009 Cell membranes of plants and animals are cardinally Jan;17(1):16-22. composed of sterols. Phytosterols i.e. plant sterols 3. Bhavprakash Nighantu, Haritakyadi Varg, Shloka no. 223 impair the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine. 4. Ried K, Toben C, Fakler P. Effect of garlic on serum lipids: an updated meta- analysis. Nutr Rev. 2013 May;71(5):282-99. Some vegetables, vegetable oils, seeds, nuts, and fruits 5. Kumar R, Chhatwal S, Arora S, Sharma S, Singh J, Singh N, contain phytosterols in small amount. American Heart Bhandari V, Khurana A. Antihyperglycemic, antihyperlipidemic, Association and the National Cholesterol Education anti-inflammatory and adenosine deaminase- lowering effects Program Expert Panel recommend phytosterols as of garlic in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus with obesity. compliment therapy to reduce LDL-C.14 Consumption of Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes. 2013;6:49-56.

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6. Riccioni G, Sblendorio V, Gemello E, Di Bello B, Scotti L, Cusenza diseases.” American Journal of Managed Care 2002;8(3):270- S, D’Orazio N. Dietary fibers and cardiometabolic diseases. Int J 85. Mol Sci. 2012;13(2):1524-40. Ramos SC, Fonseca FA, Kasmas 12. Yu HL, Gao LF, Ma WW, Xie F, Bi YX, Yuan LH, Xi YD, Xiao SH, Moreira FT, Helfenstein T, Borges NC, Moreno RA, Rezende YX, Li L, Xiao R. The effects of phytosterol supplementation on VM, Silva FC, Izar MC. The role of soluble fiber intake in patients serum LDL-C levels and learning ability in mice fed a high-fat, under highly effective lipid-lowering therapy. Nutr J. 2011 Aug high-energy diet from gestation onward. Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2013 2;10:80. Apr 22. 7. Food and Drug Administration. Food labeling: health claims; soy 13. Heber D, Lembertas A, Lu QY, Bowerman S, Go VL. An analysis protein and coronary heart disease. 21 CFR Part 101. Federal of nine proprietary Chinese red yeast rice dietary supplements: Register 1999;64:57700-57733. implications of variability in chemical profile and contents. J Altern 8. Anderson JW, Bush HM. Soy protein effects on serum lipoproteins: Complement Med. 2001 Apr;7(2):133-9. a quality assessment and meta-analysis of randomized, controlled 14. Noa M, Más R, Lariot C. Protective effect of policosanol on studies. J Am Coll Nutr. 2011 Apr;30(2):79-91. endothelium and intimal thickness induced by forceps in rabbits. 9. Sabaté J, Oda K, Ros E. Nut consumption and blood lipid levels: J Med Food. 2007 Sep;10(3):452-9. a pooled analysis of 25 intervention trials.Arch Intern Med. 2010 15. Janikula M. Policosanol: a new treatment for cardiovascular May 10;170(9):821-7. disease? Altern Med Rev. 2002 Jun;7(3):203-17. 10. Ortiz RM, Garcia S, Kim AD. Is Almond Consumption More Effective Than Reduced Dietary Saturated Fat at Decreasing Plasma Total Cholesterol and LDL-c Levels? A Theoretical Approach. J Nutr Metab. 2012;2012:265712. 11. Chagan, L, Ioselovich, A, Asherova, L, Cheng, JW. “Use of alternative pharmacotherapy in management of cardiovascular AVAILABLE ON LEASE Well equipped Ayurvedic Factory availa- ble on long term Lease having Syrup and Capsule Section at Saki Naka. Factory has done work on Loan Licence basis for Himalaya Drug Company, Elder Pharma- ceuticals, Alkem Laboratories etc. Contact: 9820561835 / 24938605

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Draft Guidelines on Access Benefit Sharing under Biological Diversity Act placed in the official website inviting comments and suggestions – ADMA Submission thereof. The Association has submitted the comments vide to the promotion of these traditional knowledge letter no. 0514/ADMA/ 123 dated 10th May 2014 to the systems- through research and innovations. The Secretary, National Biodiversity, Chennai referring to department of AYUSH under Ministry of Health the draft Guidelines on Access Benefit Sharing which and Family Welfare has been playing a pivotal was placed in the website. The same is reproduced role. Also, the department has been subscribing below. the cause of ‘sustainability of Medicinal plants’ in the country. At the outset- we appreciate the endeavour of your authority, to resolve a long-pending need. Also, we a. In broader perspective, the ASU sector and the wish to place on record our appreciation that, the draft department of AYUSH including its execution of guideline in its current form is simple, fair and goes by arm, the National Medicinal Plants Board deserve the spirit of the Biological Diversity Act to a great extent. to be treated as “benefit claimers”- for their role We congratulate the Experts Committee on ABS for this in protection, social application and enrichment kind of an in-depth effort. of traditional knowledge systems native to this country. To refine it further and facilitate a smooth implementation b. The guideline fails to acknowledge these of ABS process- we wish to place the following factors contributions- at least, by making some special and suggestions thereto. We request you to take on provisions. record, these comments and suggestions and consider the appropriate amendments/ modifications in the 4. the industrial units dealing with traditional draft. healthcare products/ formulations deal with the complexities of making poly-herbal formulations. Specific Issues identified in the Draft Guideline: These complexities were brought to the notice 1. the draft guideline did not consider the diverse of NBA at various occasions. Our association business/ commercial interests associated with also made specific proposals to address the biological resources. Our association in the past, complexities in the context of ABS mechanism. illustrated such ‘diverse interests’ clearly in a 5. in recent past, our association made a presentation made to the Experts Committee. presentation to the Chairman of NBA and We also have pointed out to this issue in various eventually submitted a representation to the representations made to your authority. NBA and Ministry of Environment and Forests. a. Given such diversity of commercial uses, we This approach seeks introduce “Resource have been seeking NBA to frame guidelines with Centric Contributions (RCC)” as a part of ABS a broader perspective and allow a sustainable mechanisms. The Chairman, NBA at that point growth of different sectors associated with/ of time- agreed to provide us an opportunity to making use of biological resources. make same presentation to the EC-ABS. a. However, the draft seems to be prepared in 2. At present, a significant number of biological parallel and without consideration without a resources (originating from both cultivated and considering the impact of the ABS mechanism wild sources) are in trade. Though, the trading on ASU and herbal sector. cannot be precisely equated to ‘commodity In the light of above issues we identified, we are trading’- the process created an unorganized enclosing the course of corrections/ amendments in supply chain for a variety of NTFP. By and Annexure-I *. We earnestly request you to consider the large, most of the enterprises source their raw submissions adequately and provide us the needful materials through these trading channels. flexibility in the ABS mechanisms. Needless to say, our a. In these cases, the traceability of materials is association shall be available for further consultations in herculean task and in most of the cases, the this matter as and when required by NBA. origin of the resource is not traceable. The We reiterate that, our association is a progressive guideline need to consider this practice and organization. As such, we support every endeavour of provide room for the applicants to make their National Biodiversity Authority through a pragmatic and application/ intimation accordingly. constructive manner. 3. For close to two centuries, the Ayurveda, Siddha and *Members wishing to have a copy of the Annexure –I may Unani manufacturing sector contributed immensely kindly contact ADMA Secretariat for the same.

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Forthcoming Events 3 days programme on “Implementation of NABH 2nd Herbal World Global Exhibition & Conference Accreditation Standards for AYUSH Hospitals” Registered and listed in the MATRADE (website - Organised by National Accreditation Board for reference number MR060 (07/04)14) Hospitals and Health Care (NABH) 26 - 28 September, 2014 at Malaysia. August 8,9,10, 2014 (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM) at Cochin SIAL Paris Food Expo Organised by ITPO Organised by ITPO 19th to 23rd October 2014 at France 14th-18th August 2014 at Hong Kong. 6th World Ayurveda Congress & Arogya Expo Organised by World Ayurveda Foundation

79th Thessaloniki International Fair Thessaloniki 6th to 9th November 2014 at New Delhi. Organised by ITPO www.ayurworld.org 6th to 14th September 2014 at Greece. Vibrant Gujarat Ayuveda World Expo 2015 India Show (VGAWE 2015) Organised by Pharmexcil Organised by K & D Communications Ltd. 24-26th September 2014 at Pavilion - 1, Hall No 2, 8th to 13th January 2015 at Exhibition Centre, Near Crocus Expo Centre, Moscow, Russia Mahatma Mandir, Gujarat. www.vibrantayurveda.in International Trade Fair and Conference for Personal Beauty Care Product & Ingredient- 5th International Conference on Ayurveda BEAUTIKA WORLD Organised by Punarnava Ayurveda Trust Organised by Exhiference Media Pvt. Ltd 11th to 18th December 2015 at Vaidyagrama Healing 25th to 27th September 2014 at Mumbai Convention Village, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu Centre, www.beautikaworld.com www.AyurvedaConference.com