Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital is one of the oldest Ayurvedic medical colleges and a prominent and private healthcare institution in Raichur, North Karnataka, and is the first institution of its kind to be established in this part of the Karnataka state, established in 1996 by the SVVK trust, with an aim to restore the glory of Ayurveda (Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy, collectively known as AYUSH) through quality education imparted to hungry minds, the college is situated in the lush green environment at Manvi, Raichur, Karnataka, India, and the herbal garden is being maintained by the college management which facilitates the academic needs of the students. The Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital provides excellent education and crucial skills to their students with skilled doctors, and the aim is to promote growth and development in the field of Ayurveda. The Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital is committed to delivering excellence in imparting education, practical training, and community engagement in the field of Ayurveda
Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital offers undergraduate and postgraduate Ayurvedic care programs, including BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) with 60 BAMS intakes. Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. It is recognized by the government of India and the Central Council of Indian Medicines. The institution has the latest facilities and traditional treatment methods in its teaching hospital with ultra-modern facilities where the concerned specialists provide consultation and all the academic departments and 24-hour emergency services with all modern Facilities.
In addition to healthcare and education, the Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital actively participates in community programs to promote Ayush and raise awareness about natural healing methods. Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital organizes workshops, seminars, and health campaigns to educate people about the benefits of Ayurveda.
Kalmathada Pujya Sri Virupaksha Shivacharya Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and ethics in healthcare. Through a focus on comprehensive well-being, education, research, and engagement with the community, the College plays a crucial part in integrating Ayush practices into conventional healthcare, thus enhancing the health and wellness of individuals and societies.