Dr. S.C Dhyani
Date of Birth:- July 15th, 1930
Place of Birth:- Khandwari, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand.Â
Details of family:- Dr. S.C Dhyani was the cherished son of Sh. Umadutta Dhyani, a respected traditional farmer known for his deep connection to the land, and Smt. Shyama Devi, a devoted homemaker who instilled values of compassion and learning in her children. Growing up in a loving household, he shared his formative years with one elder sister and two younger brothers. In 1954, he entered matrimony with Smt. Indu Devi who stood by him through his academic pursuits and professional endeavors. Together, they nurtured a harmonious family environment, raising two daughters and three sons with a profound emphasis on education, values, and cultural heritage.
Educational Qualifications:-
His educational journey began in a village school in Khandwari, established by his father, where he received his primary education. He completed his secondary education at Gurukul Kangri, earning a Madhyama, equivalent to a Senior School Certificate. He then pursued a Bachelor of Indian Medicine and Surgery from Rishikul State Ayurveda College in Haridwar where he was inspired by the intricacies and profound knowledge of Ayurveda. Alongside this, he completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in English through correspondence.
Further advancing his expertise, in 958, he pursued his post graduate qualification, Higher Proficiency in Ayurveda from Post Graduate Training Centre in Ayurveda, Jamnagar, Gujarat uder the guidance of Dr. C Dwarkanath. His academic pursuits culminated in a Ph.D. focused on the “Determination of Taste and Taste Threshold of Drugs” under the mentorship of Prof. V J Thakar.
Professional details:-
| 1953: | Demonstrator, Dept of Kriyasharira, Rishikul Ayurveda College in Haridwar, Uttarakhand |
| 1958-61: | Lecturer, Dept of Kayachikitsa, Gulabkunwarba Ayurveda College, Jamnagar  |
| 1961-63: | Junior Physician in the first Central Institute for       Research in Indigenous System of Medicine (CIRISM), Jamnagar |
| 1963: | Associate Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Institute for Ayurvedic Studies and Research, Jamnagar |
| 1972-82: | Professor and Head, Department of Dravyaguna, Institute of Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Jamnagar |
Achievements and Contributions:
As an Educator:-
Prof. Shiv Charan Dhyani’s impact as an educator was profound, shaping the future of countless students. He integrated contemporary scientific advancements with traditional Ayurvedic teachings, ensuring that his students received a comprehensive and relevant education. Beyond the classroom, Prof. Dhyani was a mentor who provided personalized guidance and support to his students. He took a keen interest in their individual journeys, offering advice and encouragement tailored to their unique strengths and aspirations. Many of his protégés have gone on to become renowned practitioners, researchers, and educators in the field of Ayurveda, carrying forward his legacy.
As a Researcher:-
Prof. S.C. Dhyani was a pioneering critical researcher in Ayurveda, known for his rigorous analysis and objective evaluations.
- His significant contributions include the groundbreaking study of Grahani in 1956, where he integrated Ayurvedic and modern scientific perspectives on the digestive system.
- He advanced Dravyaguna research by bringing objectivity to Rasa (taste), Veerya (potency), and Vipaka (post-digestive effect).
- His Ph.D. work on the taste threshold of Ayurvedic drugs involved innovative taste threshold experiments.
- Additionally, he mentored the study on thermodynamic properties of Ayurvedic drugs (Veerya) to understand their physiological impacts.
As an Author:- Prof. S.C. Dhyani also excelled in literary pursuits. His celebrated books, known for their accessibility, adeptly translated intricate concepts into reader-friendly prose. His writing style, marked by clarity and engagement, made complex ideas readily understandable to diverse audiences. Some of his noted works are :
| 1955 | Short notes on Physiology |
| 1960 | Grahani Roga |
| 1967 | Sankshipt Dosha Dhatu Mala Vigyan |
| 1968 | Sankshipt Nidan Chikitsa |
| 1970 | Sankshipt Kriya Sharir |
| 1971 | Nidan Panchak |
| 1972 | Nidan Chikitsa (Gujarati) |
| 1980 | Roga Nidan EvumVikrati Vigyan (Gujarati) |
| 1980 | Kaya Chikitsa |
| 1994 | Rasa Panchak |