Sanjeevani Rice: A Potential Breakthrough in Cancer Therapy

A groundbreaking discovery from Chhattisgarh suggests a new approach to cancer treatment. Researchers at Indira Gandhi Agricultural University have identified a rare rice variety, Sanjeevani, which has shown the ability to eliminate cancer cells. The rice, a vanishing species from Bastar, has been under investigation since 2016. Studies conducted with the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre demonstrated positive effects in animal trials. The Central Drug Research Institute has also confirmed the anti-cancer properties of Sanjeevani rice. Human trials are planned at the Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital, with a focus on its unique composition of 213 biochemicals. The rice works by activating the Nrf2 antioxidant, which can help to counteract cellular damage that leads to cancer. With expectations of medicinal use in the coming years, this could revolutionize cancer treatment. The initial discovery of the medicinal qualities of this rice variety dates back to the work of Dr. R.H. Richharia in 1974.