The Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala has invited entries from students, practitioners, and researchers of Ayurveda to the All India Ayurvedic Essay Competition for the ‘Vaidyaratnam P.S. Varier Prizes 2015.’ Essays can be either in Malayalam or English. The prize was introduced 47 years ago as part of promoting research in the field of Ayurveda, said a release here. The winner of the first prize will get a cash prize of Rs.25,000 and the second prize winner, Rs.15,000. ‘Doshabhedeeyam-Redefined’ is the topic for this year’s contest.
The last date for receiving the entries is June 30, said the release. — Staff Reporter
