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Panchakarma holds a unique place in Ayurvedic treatment portfolio due to this multi effect approach presented by each therapy. Basti holds prominent place as it is the best treatment for Vata Dosha. Niruha Basti which is selected for present study which has properties to diminish the diseases due to the action of deranged Vata like Prishtha-shoola (Backache), Trika-Shoola (Sacral pain) and provide sustaining effects to body. Aim: To assess the impact of Basti karma by Basti putaka and Enema pot method on insertion time, retention time and evacuation of Basti material. Materials & Methods: Basti putaka method (Group A) and Enema pot method (Group B) were comprised with 30 patients each were selected. Observations: Katishoola, Katisthambha and Katisuptata were observed as cardinal symptoms. VAS scale, Aberdeen back pain scale were assessed. Result: In Katishoola, 66.94% and 61.11% relief was found in Group A and B. In Katistambha 63.99 and 57.76% relief was found in Group A and B respectively. Conclusion: Basti putaka method provided better percentage relief in Katishoola, Katisthambha , VAS, Aberdeen back pain scale than Enema pot method.