Kshetrimayum Vedmani Devi

Assistant Professor

Dhanamanjuri University

India

Dr. Kshetrimayum Vedmani Devi is an academician, researcher, and entrepreneur from Manipur whose work bridges food science, nutrition, and community health with a strong emphasis on indigenous food systems and tribal knowledge. As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Home Science at Dhanamanjuri University, she has taught Food Science & Nutrition and Research Methodology at both undergraduate and professional institutions. Her research focuses on the dietary habits, nutritional status, and traditional food practices of ethnic tribes in Manipur, including the Tarao, Kharam, Kom, Chiru, Rongmei, and Tangkhul communities, contributing valuable insights into the relationship between indigenous food culture and public health.

Her academic contributions include publishing research articles in national and international journals and authoring several books, notably Gastronomy and Nutritional Status of Tarao Tribe of Manipur. Alongside her academic career, Dr. Vedmani is also a social entrepreneur, founding Vedam Agro Enterprises, a micro-enterprise that promotes local food products, supports farmers, and strengthens market networks for indigenous agricultural produce. Through this initiative, she has connected women entrepreneurs and farmers, improving livelihoods and advancing sustainable food enterprises in the region.

Dr. Vedmani’s dedication has been recognized through numerous honors, including the Faculty Iconic Award, Lady Legend Award, and several National Awards for her contributions to teaching, research, and community development. Actively engaged in professional and social organizations, she contributes to training programs, seminars, and outreach initiatives in nutrition, food science, and rural entrepreneurship. She is widely respected for integrating academic research, community development, and entrepreneurship to promote sustainable food systems and women’s empowerment in North-East India.