Researchers Discover Medicinal Plants at Brahmayoni Hill

Researchers have identified several medicinal plants at Brahmayoni Hill in Bihar's Gaya, notably Gurmar, used for its anti-diabetic properties. The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has used Gurmar to develop the anti-diabetic drug BGR-34. The study recommends involving locals in the cultivation of these plants to prevent their extinction.

Researchers have uncovered a range of medicinal plants at Brahmayoni Hill in Bihar's Gaya, with Gurmar emerging as one of the most notable for its anti-diabetic properties.

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has leveraged Gurmar (Gymnema Sylvestre) in the development of the anti-diabetic drug BGR-34, the researchers stated.

A study titled 'Ethnobotanical research on certain therapeutic plants found on Gaya's Brahmayoni Hill' emphasized involving local communities in the cultivation of commonly used medicinal herbs to prevent their extinction.

(With inputs from agencies.)