National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research

The National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research (formerly National AIDS Research Institute NARI) is a research institute,^[1][2] run by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research.^[3] It was founded in 1992 with the purpose to provide leadership in biomedical research on HIV/AIDS in India. It is located in Bhosari, Pune, India.^[4] The current director of NARI is Dr Sheela Godbole.^[5]

National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research

Abbreviation	NITVAR
Formation	1992; 33 years ago (1992)
Type	Public
Legal status	Active
Purpose	Medical research
Headquarters	Pune, Maharashtra
Location	73-G, MIDC, Bhosari, Pune 411026, Post Box No. 1895
Coordinates	18.6237°N 73.8362°E / 18.6237; 73.8362
Director	Sheela Godbole
Administrative Officer	Swati Salunke
Affiliations	Indian Council of Medical Research
Budget	₹1,050 crore (US$120 million)
Website	www.nari-icmr.res.in

See also

• India portal

• National AIDS Control Organisation
• HIV/AIDS in India