Straight. Along with natural beauty, many rare medicinal plants are also found in the hilly areas of Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh. One of these is Nirgundi, which the local people consider to be like Sanjeevani herb. This plant, which is easily available in Chuhiya Valley, remains an important part of rural life. While giving information to Local 18, Ayurveda Medical Officer of Sidhi, Dr. Vipin Singh said that its leaves have many medicinal properties, which have been used in the treatment of various diseases for years. Its traditional use is considered noteworthy especially in serious diseases like paralysis.

According to Dr. Singh, if a person is given Jhalki (air) from Nirgundi leaves daily for three consecutive weeks, then gradual improvement in the symptoms of paralysis can be seen. This entire process is done naturally without any medicine. In this, air is regularly given to the affected parts of the patient with Nirgundi leaves. Local people believe that this method improves circulation in the veins of the body and provides relief from stiffness. Although this claim has not been fully confirmed in modern medical science, many stories of its positive results are heard in rural areas. From Ayurvedic point of view, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and pain relieving properties are found in Nirgundi leaves. That is why it is used in swelling, joint pain, infection and other physical pain. It is also included as a major ingredient in many Ayurvedic medicines.

Traditional use of Nirgundi in diseases
He said that apart from this, Nirgundi is also traditionally used in diseases like small pox which occur in children in hilly areas. During this time, children are given a glimpse of its leaves, which gives them relief. Local women also clean the courtyard with Nirgundi leaves. They believe that this purifies the environment and removes negative energy. Dr. Vipin Singh further said that in Chuhiya Valley it is used from both spiritual and medicinal point of view. Although it has not been fully confirmed in modern medical practice, traditional knowledge and local experience consider this plant miraculous.