Healing India – From Cells to Society
Advancing translational Ayurvedic research. Rebuilding health through science, social reform, and civic sense.
Who We Are
Our Foundation
SGP Research Foundation is a not-for-profit organization established to spearhead translational, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary research in Ayurveda. We bridge ancient wisdom and modern science to restore health at both individual and societal levels. Our work extends beyond traditional healthcare boundaries. We recognize that true wellness emerges from the intersection of physical health, mental well-being, social determinants, and civic infrastructure. By conducting high rigor research while simultaneously addressing systemic challenges, we create lasting impact across communities.
Vision
A healthier India where physical, mental, and social well-being blend into a unified framework for national
Mission
To conduct high rigor fundamental and translational research in Ayurveda; to intervene decisively in social determinants of health; and to catalyze meaningful civic reform in public health domains through evidence based advocacy and community engagement.
India’s Multifaceted Health Crisis
India faces a complex public health landscape where disease burden intersects with infrastructure failures, behavioral challenges, and systemic gaps. Road safety, mental health, civic behavior, and physical infrastructure don’t merely parallel health concerns4they are fundamental determinants of health outcomes. Understanding this interconnection is crucial for developing comprehensive solutions that address root causes rather than symptoms alone
173K
Annual Road Deaths
Lives lost in traffic accidents in 2023, equivalent to 20 deaths every hour. Unfortunately, India stands first rank
481K
Total Road Accidents
Recorded accidents in 2023,with approximately 55 occurring each hour
463K
People Injured
Individuals suffering injuries from road accidents, many with long-term consequences
68%
Overspeeding Deaths
Fatalities attributed to overspeeding, the leading cause of accident mortality
The Hidden Health Impact of Infrastructure
Beyond Inconvenience: Physical Consequences
Poor road quality represents far more than a daily frustration-it constitutes a chronic health hazard. Repeated mechanical shocks, jolts, and micro-trauma from deteriorated road surfaces contribute systematically to lumbar and cervical spine degeneration. Over months and years, these cumulative impacts manifest as chronic pain, reduced mobility, and compromised quality of life. The psychophysiological toll compounds these physical injuries. Constant anxiety, stress, and hypervigilance while navigating dangerous roads drive sustained physiological strain. This chronic stress aggravates hypertension, increases risk of ischemic heart disease, and contributes to digestive disorders and sleep disturbances. The body cannot distinguish between threat types-poor infrastructure becomes a continuous stressor
Potholes, unmarked hazards, structural
defects in roadways
Repeated shocks causing spinal
degeneration, musculoskeletal injury
Chronic stress, hypervigilance, anxiety
affecting mental health
Hypertension, cardiovascular disease,
digestive and sleep disorders
The Hafeezpet Road Incident: A Catalyst for Change
“A single incident revealed a systemic crisis4when a safety systems engineer from Germany sustained serious lumbar spine injury not from potholes, but from gaping bore-wells in a Hyderabad road during his treatment journey at SGP.”
This pivotal case starkly illuminated how infrastructure failure serves as a direct catalyst for spinal trauma, chronic pain, and anxiety. A professional dedicated to designing safety-critical systems abroad found himself victim to preventable injury at home. The incident exemplified the bitter irony of India’s development paradox4advanced medical treatment undermined by basic infrastructure neglect.
Beyond the individual tragedy, this case exposed how civic neglect amplifies health crises systemically. Lack of priority for ambulances, traffic indiscipline, and infrastructure failures compound delays in emergency care, directly increasing mortality and morbidity rates. It became a
rallying moment for SGP Research Foundation, crystallizing our understanding that research alone is insufficient. We must intervene socially,
civically, and infrastructurally to create meaningful change
Key Insight: Infrastructure quality is not separate from healthcare4it is a fundamental determinant of health outcomes, injury prevention, and recovery trajectories.
Mental Health: India’s Silent Epidemic
The Scope of the Challenge
India confronts a significant mental health crisis, with the World Health Organization estimating a burden of 2,443 Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) per 100,000 population. A substantial lifetime prevalence of mental disorders highlights a critical treatment gap, as millions suffer due to stigma, lack of awareness, and insufficient infrastructure and professionals. This represents one of India’s most pressing public health challenges.
2,443
DALYs per 100K
DALYs peMental health burden measured in disability-adjusted life yearsr 100K
83%
Treatment Gap
Estimated proportion of those with mental disorders not receiving care
Our approach recognizes mental health as inseparable from physical wellness, social conditions, and environmental factors. Psychosomatic connections demand integrated interventions that address mind and body simultaneously
Our Core Programs
SGP Research Foundation operates five integrated programs that address health holistically4from cellular mechanisms to social systems. Each initiative combines rigorous research with direct community intervention, ensuring that scientific insights translate into tangible improvements in people’s lives
Translational Ayurvedic Research
Validating Ayurvedic principles through modern scientific methodology, focusing on regeneration, metabolism, and
immunology.
- Laboratory R&D and clinical studies
- Regenerative therapy development
- Evidence-based formulations
Road Safety & Infrastructure
Mapping, monitoring, and remediating dangerous road stretches to reduce spinal
injuries and accident impact
- Comprehensive road safety audits
- “Health audit of roads” methodology
- Data-driven civic advocacy
Civic & Traffic Sense Initiative
Cultivating public consciousness about traffic rules, ambulance priority, and road etiquette through education and engagement
- Traffic awareness campaigns
- Partnerships with traffic authorities
- Volunteer patrol programs
Tribal Health & Nutrition Outreach
Addressing malnutrition and underserved health needs in tribal areas through culturally appropriate Ayurvedic interventions, health camps, nutritional modules, and training for local health workers. Video documentation ensures knowledge transfer and program refinement
Mental Well-being & Psychosomatic Care
Providing integrated mental health support, awareness programs, and mind-body workshops. Research explores psychosomatic connections while counseling camps and digital outreach extend services to underserved populations across India.
Impact Stories
Real change manifests in individual lives transformed and communities empowered. Our impact extends from clinical interventions that restore mobility and dignity to systemic improvements that make entire communities safer and healthier
Get Involved
Creating a healthier India requires collective action. Whether through time, resources, expertise, or partnership, every contribution amplifies our
impact and extends our reach to communities in need.
Volunteer
Join our field teams in traffic awareness campaigns, health camps, or road safety monitoring initiatives. Contribute your skills in data collection, community education, or program coordination.
Opportunities include:
- Traffic awareness volunteers
- Health camp facilitators
- Road safety auditors
- Community outreach coordinators
Support & Donate
Fund specific initiatives that resonate with your vision for change. Your contribution directly enables life-saving programs and systemic reforms.
Funding priorities:
- Road safety audits
- Tribal health camps
- Research grants
- Mental health programs
Collaborate
We actively seek partnerships with civic agencies, NGOs, universities, research institutions, and corporations committed to public health transformation.
Partnership areas:
- Research collaborations
- Program co-implementation
- Knowledge exchange
- Resource sharing
Careers & Internships
Join our interdisciplinary team of researchers, healthcare professionals, and community workers committed to innovative health solutions.
Current openings:
- Research associates
- Field coordinators
- Data analysts
- Interns (various disciplines)