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Diabetes mellitus is a widespread metabolic disorder affecting millions globally, with a significant prevalence in India, particularly in urban areas. Despite advancements in conventional therapies, the use of herbal medicines remains a preferred approach due to their affordability, minimal side effects, and therapeutic potential. Traditional medicinal plants have played a crucial role in diabetes management, offering bioactive compounds with proven antidiabetic properties. This review highlights various Indian herbal drugs and medicinal plants commonly used in diabetes treatment. A comprehensive list of plants with demonstrated antidiabetic effects is compiled, including Allium sativum, Eugenia jambolana, Momordica charantia, Ocimum sanctum, Phyllanthus amarus, Pterocarpus marsupium, Tinospora cordifolia, C. indica, Helicteres isora, Stevia rebaudiana, Gymnema sylvestre, and Enicostemma littorale Blume. The pharmacological actions, mechanisms, and potential benefits of these herbal formulations in diabetes management are discussed, emphasizing their role as complementary and alternative therapies.