Central Research Institute (CRI) was established during colonial rule of British, in the year 1905. The beautiful campus of the institute attracts several tourists throughout the year. Engaged in diligent research and development activities, the institution has formulated vaccines for treatment of several diseases like smallpox, typhoid, cholera and snakebite.Under the reigns of British director Sir David Semple, the institute worked in the sphere of immunology and virological research for formulation of inoculations for snakebite and rabies. Apart from medical research, the 106 year old institution also offers academic courses, including graduate and post-graduate courses.At present, the institution is managed by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The institution's contribution in the associated field has been globally acclaimed. A collaborating centre, the institution is currently working with 'World Health Organisation' for measles, polio and the DTP group of vaccines