30th Annual Report
Transcript of 30th Annual Report
30th Annual Report 2015-16
Dr GC Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya
Palampur (HP) -176062
Compiled & edited by: Dr. R Kumar, Prof. & Head
Dr. M S Verma, Assistant Prof.
30th Annual Report
2015-16
Dr GC Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya
Palampur (HP) -176 062
TABLE OF CONTENTS
S. No. Particulars Page No.
1. Foreword i
2. Resident instructions 1
3. Department of Animal Genetics & Breeding 7
4. Department of Animal Nutrition 13
5. Department of Veterinary Anatomy 18
6. Department of Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry 20
7. Department of Veterinary Microbiology 25
8. Department of Veterinary Parasitology 36
9. Department of Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology 37
10. Department of Veterinary Pathology 39
11. Department of Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology 47
12. Department of Livestock Production Management 52
13. Department of Livestock Products Technology 55
14. Department of Veterinary Surgery & Radiology 57
15. Department of Veterinary Medicine 65
16. Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics 71
17. Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex 77
18. Instructional Livestock Farm Complex 81
19. Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension Education 86
20. Annexure- I Faculty Position 91
21. Annexure- II Staff Position 93
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FOREWORD
I am highly delighted to present the 30th annual report of the college, which provides a glimpse
of the important activities and achievements during the year 2015-16.
During the year, the college continued with its endeavor to provide quality professional
education, pursue need-based research and undertake farmer cum livestock owner centric extension
activities. In the fulfillment of its mandate of teaching through Veterinary Council of India (VCI)
enforced minimum standard of veterinary education and college adopted minimum standard of
veterinary education (degree programme – 2016) with immediate effect. The College has very well
structured research programmes, externally funded research projects, which has helped to carve its
niche in the overall development of livestock economy of Himachal Pradesh, besides contribution to
train highly technical personnel who can look after the livestock wealth.
Technical support services in the form of camps in remote, far flung tribal areas as well as
rural areas of the state were organized. These camps provided relief to livestock owners against
various livestock diseases at their doorsteps as well as provided feed back to the college scientists to
reorient their research programs. Livestock keepers were also apprised of latest developments in field
of animal husbandry. The college clinics and its ambulatory services provided health coverage to the
animals of the state by serving as a referral center for the entire state through its modern diagnostic
and treatment facilities.
The students of the college excelled in academics, sports and extracurricular activities at the
university and inter varsity level competitions. Students also bagged scholarships and fellowships at
national level examinations for postgraduate studies. Scientists of the college continued serving on
the technical and editorial boards of various peer reviewed journals of national repute.
I would like to thank Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, CSK HPKV Palampur for his constant
guidance and support in various projects/events undertaken in the college. I sincerely express my
deep sense of gratitude to CSK HPKV administration, HP Government, Indian Council of
Agricultural Research and Govt. of India for funding different research and extension activities in
college.
I would like to appreciate the editorial board comprising Dr. R. Kumar and Dr. Madan Verma
for their painstaking efforts in bringing out this report.
I am sure this document will be an important source of information for researchers, extension
personnel and policy makers engaged in livestock sector.
(R K Agnihotri)
Dean
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RESIDENT INSTRUCTIONS
Dr. G C Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
The College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences was established in 1986, with objectives of
teaching, research and extension and with these broad objectives focus on animal health, production,
livestock products and technology and animal welfare. Creating technical human resource in the state
for area specific need based as well as basic research and for catering the livestock sector of the state
was one of the major focuses. First batch was admitted for the B. V. Sc. & A. H. course in July, 1986.
The college has been accredited by the ICAR and VCI. With initial intake of 20 students in first batch
the present intake has increased to 60 students. The number of department rose from six at the time
of establishment of the college to 18 at present.
The Univeristy had started online entrance test for undergraduate admissions previous year
and was also successfully conducted during this year too.
The college was amongst the first institution in the country to adopt the VCI regulation of
minimum standards of Veterinary education for the award of B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree since the 1994-
95 academic sessions. Taking the lead again the modified VCI curriculum has been adopted since
2009 which comprises of 177 credit hours spread over 4 ½ years followed by six months internship.
This has led to an improvement in the overall academic excellence of the students. Most of the
departments have acquired latest research equipment’s for carrying out pioneering research activities
as well as imparting specialized teaching research for post-graduation and doctoral studies in various
sectors of veterinary sciences and animal husbandry.
Veterinary Emergency Response Unit (VERU) organized important training
programmes, for students of the College in which 44 final year students were trained under
block course on Animal Management during Disasters.
The faculty of the college is the backbone of the institution and is serving to best of its
capabilities despite many bottlenecks. It is due to its commitment and determination that a continuous
improvement has taken place in the academics with the use of modern teaching aids for instruction
at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Course curriculum
Dr G C Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences presently offers the following degree
programme.
B.V.Sc & A.H. (Graduation) 5 years degree course
M.V.Sc (Masters’) 2 years programme in 10 disciplines
Ph.D. (Doctorate) Programme in 7 disciplines
The B.V.Sc & A.H. programme includes 9 semesters of teaching and practical training,
followed by six months of internship training., which has been increased to five and half years
programme including one year internship in MSVE (degree programme) -2016.
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So far, 778 students have received B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree from this college. During
year 2015-16, total of 59 students were admitted to B.V.Sc. and A.H. programme and 46
students completed the degree programme. All passed out graduates are serving in different
parts of Himachal Pradesh, Central Institutions, RVC, BSF, SSB, Veterinary Immunological,
Wildlife health programs, Medical and Paramedical Institutions, Pharmaceuticals, livestock feed
plants besides establishing their own polyclinics and other different positions in Pvt. Sector. Many
are pursuing their post-graduation.
The 10% of meritorious students in each class are awarded with College merit scholarship
and during Internship each student receives stipend worth Rs. 4500/- per month. Multimedia-
based teaching facility has been provided at the college level in Lecture Theaters. The web based
teaching has also been introduced to enable the students to be in touch with educational
information at par with global needs. Faculty members prepared practical class manuals for better
education of the students.
The department of TVCC of the college is a referral hospital of the state for the treatment
of ailing animals and an important service point of the institution for the livestock keepers in
particular. It is also a platform for imparting practical training for U.G. and P.G. students in the
fields of Medicine, Surgery, Gynecology, Epidemiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Parasitology
and Clinical Biochemistry. In this unit there has been significant increase in the services provided
to the framers of the state compared to previous years. During the year, a total of 6422 clinical
cases of different species of animals were provided specialized care. 1240 clinical samples were
also tested for diagnosis of various ailments in the clinic through the attached clinical laboratory.
A total of 531 animals were attended with various afflictions in 21 camps, organized in
different parts of state including tribal areas. On the spot treatment was given to large number
of animals and surgery was also performed in few cases. Besides 1880 cases of consultancy were
also attended to Emergency services are provided in the clinic round the clock including
Sunday and other holidays.
The research conducted in different departments revealed numerous important findings
and recommendations. The important ones are:
The evaluation of Dahlem Red (DR) parent birds revealed Egg production of 83.26 eggs/
bird on HHEP basis, 104.78 eggs / bird on HDEP and 140.02 eggs / bird on SEP basis up
to 52 weeks of age, Age at first egg, 25% HHEP and 50% HHEP as 133 days, 156 days
and 170 days respectively. While for native parents egg production of 72.46 eggs/ bird on
HHEP basis, 83.33 eggs / bird on HDEP and 92.45 eggs / bird on SEP basis up to 52
weeks of age, Age at first egg, 25% HHEP and 50% HHEP as 146 days, 154 days and
179 days respectively Out of 48289 eggs set for hatching during the year, 40601 eggs
were found fertile with overall fertility 84.07% and 28607quality chicks were hatched.
The hatchability % on TES and FES basis were 69.84% and 78.95% respectively
Total of 28604, chicks of different crosses were hatched during the year, out of which
26812 chicks were supplied to 471 farm units across the state and 1795 chicks (507
Native, 603DND [(DR X N) X DR], 254 DR X Native and 431 DR x DR chicks) were
retained for evaluation.
Apple pomace ensiled by mixing it with wheat straw in the ratio of 85:15, for 4 weeks,
is the best method to preserve apple pomace (in terms of nutritional value) for feeding to
livestock.
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Study on 68 Gaddi sheep foetii to study histogenesis, organogenesis and histochemistry
of testis and liver in different stages of gestation revealed that the epididymal duct was
distinguishable on 70th day of gestation. The connective septa originated from the tunica
albuginea and divided the epididymis into lobules at 115th day of gestation.
Oral administration of fluid and electrolytes at the onset of diarrhea lead to quick and
better recovery of the animals. Three types of oral rehydration solution were tested and
the one prepared in lab proved to be most efficacious.
A total of 8 isolates identified as P. multocida from 207 samples from different livestock.
Among these, all the isolates were confirmed at IVRI, Izatnagar for capsular serotyping.
OmpA genes were amplified from the genomic DNA of 8 P. multocida isolates from the
livestock. Purified amplicons were sequenced and analyzed based on the available
database in NCBI. OmpA sequences representing distinct alleles were identified among
the isolates. Phylogenetic relationship among Pasteurella multocida was also conducted.
BALB/c mice challenged with P. multocida serotype B:2 were randomly distributed into
three groups i.e. challenge group, vaccinated group and control group in equal numbers.
Equal number of animals from challenge, vaccinated and control groups were sacrificed
at various time points infection 9, 18 and 24 h. Lungs, spleen and liver tissues were
collected from all the animals. RNA isolation from all the tissues was done and cDNA
was synthesized.
A serotype of E. coli (O119) was isolated from outbreak in local poultry farm which was
confirmed from its serotyping from CRI, Kasauli (H.P.). Plant extracts prepared in various
solvents were screened for their antimicrobial activities. Extracts of the plant samples
were prepared in hexane, chloroform, ethanol, methanol and water (concentration 100
mg/ml DMSO). The antibacterial activity of these extracts was determined against E. coli
(O119), Salmonella Gallinarum and Salmonella typhimurium by disc diffusion method.
Methanolic extract as well as essential oil of Artemisia sp. showed promising
antimicrobial activities against E. coli (O119), S. Gallinarum and S. typhimurium.
Microbiological assessment and isolation of food pathogens from 22 raw milk, 8 raw
chicken, 8 raw chevon and 6 cooked meat samples. The isolated microorganisms included
Salmonella spp., Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp. from raw milk and meat
samples and only Staphylococcus spp. From cooked meat samples.
In Gaddi Goat unit under AICRP, the overall population growth was observed to be
107.59%. The overall mortality incidence was found to be 7.49%. The incidence of twin
birth recorded was 20.25%, abortion rate 12.24 and kidding percent 62.36.
End threaded intramedullary positive profile screw ended self-tapping pin was devised as
a cost effective novel field compatible innovation for management of long bone fractures
in dogs.
Baseline data of sonographic anatomy of abdomen of Spiti horses and native mules was
generated and applied for disease diagnosis
Standardized interlocking nailing systems for management of different long bone
fractures in dogs and started using in clinical cases.
Study on 84 cases of canine seizures on dogs with the history of convulsions, ataxia, nasal
and ocular discharge, tachycardia and congested mucous membranes; revealed that
maximum incidence of the disease was between the months of March and September and
that too in the dogs aged between two months to one year. 49% of the total cases of canine
seizures were due to canine distemper, 7% were due to hypocalcaemia and rest 44% were
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of idiopathic origin. Treatment with broad spectrum antibiotics, various anti-convulsants,
fluid therapy, nervine tonic and liver supportive preparations led to partial or complete
recovery in 67% cases.
Laparoscopic diagnosis of reproductive problems in cows has been started for the first
time in India; is providing advanced information of abnormalities of reproductive
system of cows. Work has been done successfully for the first time in country to
diagnose patency of fallopian tubes of cows with laparoscope, which was otherwise
difficult to be diagnosed.
Repeat breeders had relatively higher E2 concentration, more number of follicles and a
faster growth rate per se, probably hastening the estrus onset and therefore an altered
timing of AI.
Extension activities:
Salient extension activities of the College during the year are as follows:
Four trainings were conducted on laboratory diagnosis for Veterinary Pharmacists of
Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh in which 45 Veterinary
Pharmacists were imparted training. A training manual along with a diagnostic kit
comprising of all the essential laboratory equipment’s required for basic blood and urine
tests was given to each of the trainees.
A total of 531 animals were attended with various afflictions in 21 camps, organized in
different parts of state including tribal areas.
Faculty delivered lectures in different training programmees organized by various
departments.
Self-sustainability and fund generation:
The Instructional livestock farm unit of the College earned a sum of Rs. 78,55,443.00 during
the year and Department of Animal Nutrition also generated a revenue of Rs. 3,20,60,997.84
under revolving fund scheme.
Academic Activities
During the year total 59 students were admitted in first professional B.V.Sc. & A.H
programme and 46 students graduated from the college.
Students of the college once again excelled at the national level by securing top positions
in the ICAR JRF 2014 organized by ASRB, New Delhi. These students are likely to pursue
their PG program in different disciplines in different prestigious institutions across the country
including IVRI, NDRI, GADVASU, Ludhiana.
Students of the college secured top positions in All India ICAR JRF-2015-16. Like
previous years, Students of the college this time too bagged top positions at the National Level
in ICAR JRF examination for admission to postgraduate programs throughout India. The
detailed list is as follows:
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Veterinary Sciences
Name Rank at All India Level
Preeti Bhatia 2nd Rank Veterinary Biotechnology
Sakshi Chauhan 3rd (Category 1st Rank)
Sonali Mishra 4th
Deepali Parmar 53rd
Archana Thakur 54th
Poonam Thakur 57th
Animal Sciences
Name Rank at All India Level
Neha Thakur 22nd
Shubham Thakur 30th
Anukarna Singh 4th Rank in category
Harshita Singh 37th
Ajay Patial 74th
SPORTS AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACHIEVEMENTS
24 students (MEN & Women) participated in Inter College Volleyball matches of
CSKHPKV held on 25.08.2015 to 01.09.2016 and got Winner position.
Five students (Women) participated in Inter College Badminton matches of CSKHPKV
held on 25.08.2015 to 01.09.2016 and got Runners-up position.
Ten students (Men & Women) participated in Inter College Table- Tennis competition of
CSKHPKV held on 25.08.2015 to 01.09.2016 and got Runners-up position.
Five students (Women) participated in Inter College Chess competition of CSKHPKV
held on 22.08.2014 to 28.08.2014 and Winner position.
Five students (Men) participated in Inter College Chess competition of CSKHPKV held
on 22.08.2014 to 28.08.2014 and Runner-up position.
Thirteen students (Women) participated in Inter College Power Lifting Competition held
on 25.08.2015 to 01.09.2016 in different categories i.e. Three students got 1st position (47,
52, 57, 63, 72 & 84 kg categories), Two student got 2nd position (57 & 84Kg categories),
and Five student got 3rd position (52,57,63,72 & 84 categories).
Eleven students (Men) participated in Inter College Power Lifting Competition held on
25.08.2015 to 01.09.2016 in different categories i.e. Three students got 1st position (83,
93, & 105 kg categories), Four student got 2nd position (59 ,66,83&93Kg categories), and
Four student got 3rd position (77,57,83,105 & 120 categories).
Eighteen (M & W) students participated in Inter College Youth Festival held on 6th
January, 2016 and five students got 1st position in Quiz, Elocation, Clay Modeling &
Cartooning and thirteen students got 2nd position in Group Song, Debate, Extempore, on
the Spot Painting and Rangoli.
Nine students (M & W) participated in North Zone Inter University Youth Festival, 2015-
16 held at Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana from 14-18 Janury,2016.
One student participated in North Zone Inter University Badminton (M & W) Tournament
held at M.D.U. Rohtak from 29.09.2015 to 04.10.2015.
Five students participated in North Zone Inter University Volleyball (Men) Tournament
held at Guru Govind Singh Inderprastha University, Delhi from 15-20 October, 2015.
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Eleven students participated in all India Inter Agricultural Sports & Game Meet Held at
Tamil Nadu Agriculture University, Coimbatore on 22-26 Feburary, 2016.
Five students (Women) participated in North Zone Inter University Vollyball (W)
Tournament held at Kurukashetra University Kurukshetra from 10-14 March, 2016.
Two students participated in North Zone Inter University Basketball (Men) Tournament
held at M.J.P. Rohilkhand University, Bareilly (UP) from 20-25 December, 2015.
NSS activities
The NSS activities of the students during the reporting year of annual report are:
A total number of 83 students get enrolled for NSS in the year 2015-2016. Students actively
participated in:
1. Keeping the campus polythene free and very keenly pursue the Swach Bharat Abhiyan.
2. Tree plantation (100 plant saplings of fodder and fruits were distributed to the Bharmat
village).
3. First year students participated in National Science Day-2016 celebration function on 28th
Feb and bagged first prize in skit competition on the theme of “Make in India”
4. Participated in awareness campaign about ill effect of fireworks, gender discrimination, and
sexual harassment, Observation of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, International Day of Non-violence.
NCC Activities in the Year 2015-16
As a ‘Central Yoga Training Venue’ designated by Officer Commanding, 5HP (I) COY
NCC Unit, Dharamsala to the ‘NCC cadet unit of CSK HPKV, Palampur’, Dr. R. D. Patil,
NCC Officer (Caretaker) successfully organized and celebrated ‘2nd International Day of
Yoga’ at Dr. G. C. Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences playground on 21st
June, 2016.
Time to time engaged the NCC cadets for ‘Swatchh Bharat Abhiyaan’ in the University
campus.
NCC Cadets achieved 90% and 100% result in their ‘BEE’ certificate and CEE
Certification exams which were conducted in the academic year 2015-16.
Attended Conference for ANOs/Caretakers at NCC Unit Dharamshala on 19th April, 2016.
NCC Cadets attended Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC) which was held at
GSSS, Rait from 27th June to 6th July, 2015 and at JNV, Dungri, Hamirpur on 14 to 23rd
June, 2016.
Conducted rehearsal and actual parades of NCC cadets on the occasion of ‘Independence
Day’ and ‘Republic day’ in the University.
NCC Cadets conducted two awareness rallies on ‘Drug Abuse among the youths’ and
‘Swatchh Bharat Abhiyaan’ in the University campus.
Earmarked the suitable area in the University campus for the establishment of an Obstacle
(hurdle) range and Fire range necessary for the future upgradation of NCC cadet unit of
CSK HPKV, Palampur.
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DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL GENETICS AND BREEDING
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Animal Genetics and Breeding (previously Department of Animal
Breeding and Genetics including Biostatistics and further designated as Department of Animal
Breeding and Genetics from Jan, 2011) came in to existence as an independent department under
College of Veterinary & Animal Science on July 1, 1991 with division of then composite
Department of Animal Production which was created in 1986 along with the establishment of
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. Till then, the teaching, research and extension
education activities pertaining to specialty of Animal Breeding and Genetics were being carried
on under Department of Animal Production, COVAS from 1986 and under Department of Animal
Sciences, COA from 1975.
Department is actively engaged in teaching, research and extension education in
specialization of Animal Genetics and Breeding. Apart from undergraduate teaching, the
department has postgraduate programmes leading to M.Sc./M.V.Sc. degrees in Animal Genetics
and Breeding and Ph. D in Animal Breeding since 1981. Till date, the department has produced
26 M.Sc./M.V.Sc. students in Animal Breeding and Animal Genetics and Breeding and 4 Ph.D.
in Animal Breeding. Currently, 1 student is pursuing Ph.D. degree in the department.
The department is actively involved in location specific and need-based research in
priority areas of genetic improvement of existing livestock resources among cattle, sheep, goat,
horses, rabbit and poultry in the state and to formulate appropriate breeding strategies for their
future improvement. The major research achievements have been Genetic evaluation of exotic
and crossbred germplasm of different domesticated livestock species (dairy cattle, sheep, Angora
rabbit, broiler rabbits, poultry etc.), Comparative performance evaluation of crossbred /graded
cows under field conditions, Field based genetic improvement programmes using farmer’s flocks
in sheep and goats, Morphological, genetic, behavioural and physiological studies on Red Jungle
Fowls and undertake their captive breeding and dissemination of production technologies in
commercial species like Rabbits, Poultry etc. The department is in the process of developing
location specific poultry stock / variety suitable for rural backyard poultry production for eggs
under local agro-climatic conditions and hill farming system. In recent years, the research had
focused on characterization and conservation of unique but dwindling animal genetic resources
of the state including hill cattle, Gaddi sheep and goats, Rampur-bushair sheep, Chegu goats, Spiti
horses, native fowls and Red Jungle fowls and undertaking in- situ and ex-situ breed conservation
programmes for threatened / endangered breeds like Chegu pashmina goats, Spiti/Chamurthi
horses.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
The details of under graduate and post graduate courses offered are as below:
A. Under Graduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
hrs.
Instructors
1st Semester
1 AGB-111 Biostatistics and Computer
Application
2+1 Dr. Y P Thakur
2 AGB-211 Livestock and Poultry Breeding 2+1 Dr. Y P Thakur
3 VMD-512 Zoo/Wild animal breeding,
Management, Nutrition and
Health Care.
1+1 Dr. Y P Thakur, along
with deptts. of LPM,
ANN,VPP and VSR
4 VMD-513 Pet animal breeding,
management, nutrition and health
care.
1+1 Dr. Y. P. Thakur along
with Deptt. of LPM,
ANN, VPP and VSR.
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5 Entrepreneurship
Programme
Broiler Production NC Dr.Y. P. Thakur
TOTAL 6+4
2nd Semester
1 AGB-121 Principles of Animal Genetics and
Population Genetics
2+1 Dr. Y P Thakur
3 Entrepreneurship
Programme
Broiler Production NC Dr. Y. P. Thakur
TOTAL 2+1
B. Post Graduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course
No.
Course Title Cr.
hrs.
Instructors
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester): Not offered
Ph. D. Courses (1st Semester)
1 AGB-703 Advances in Selection Methodology 2+1 Dr. Y. P. Thakur
2 AGB-707 Utilization of Non Additive Genetic
Variances in Farm Animals
2+1 Dr. Y. P. Thakur
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester) : Not offered
Ph. D. Courses (2nd Semester) : Not offered
TOTAL 4+2
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
Ongoing Doctoral Programme:
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements
S.
No.
Title of Research
problem
Salient Research Achievements
1. Microsatellite
based molecular
genetic
1. Microsatellite analysis revealed high level of polymorphism across
studied microsatellite markers and informativeness of used markers
for genetic diversity analysis in Chegu goats. This high level of
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Adm. No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Ashish Sharma V-2012-
30-001
Dr Y P Thakur Microsatellite based molecular genetic
characterization of Chegu pashmina
goats.* Completed on 24.05.2016
2. Shalini Thakur V-2013-
30-002
Dr Y P Thakur Genetic studies on some economic
traits in Rambouillet x Gaddi (Himtal
Merino) crossbred sheep under sub-
temperate conditions.
*Completed on 17.05.16
S.
No.
Name of
the student
Admission
No. Major
advisor
Title of Research Problem
1. Varun
Sankhyan
V-2014-40-
001
Dr Y P
Thakur
Molecular genetic studies of some genes associated
with fecundity, growth and disease resistance in
native sheep and goat breeds of Himachal Pradesh
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characterization
of Chegu
pashmina goats
polymorphism can be utilized to plan future association studies to
exploit the uniqueness and adaptability of indigenous Chegu goat
breed of Western Himalayas.
2. Significant population variability reflects that existing Chegu goat
population have substantial genetic diversity and thus there is good
scope for bringing effective genetic improvement, conservation and
designing future breeding policies for these goats.
3. Most markers had desired neutrality, thus proving to be a good
candidate for genetic characterization and diversity analysis.
Overall there is mild to moderate heterozygous deficiency at various
loci indicating mild to moderate level of inbreeding in studied
population.
4. The result showed that occurrence of alleles at various frequencies
is not by chance. The study can be extended to include more
microsatellites in a large sample size to further validate the results.
2. Genetic studies
on some
economic traits in
Rambouillet x
Gaddi (Himtal
Merino)
crossbred sheep
under sub-
temperate
conditions
1. Crossbreeding of native “Gaddi” sheep with exotic fine wool
Rambouillet breed had resulted in bringing genetic improvement
in growth, reproduction and wool production in crossbreds with
higher Rambouillet grades up to 75% level not only showing
superior performance but are also adaptable to local conditions.
2. The Himtal Merino sheep developed by inter se mating of
Rambouillet x (Rambouillet x Gaddi) crossbred animals over
several generations along with selection and having 75%
Rambouillet inheritance has stabilized and qualifies itself as a
definite synthetic crossbred sheep population with superior or
comparable performance to first generation crosses.
3. Genetic parameters of growth, reproduction, wool production and
other performance traits in crossbred sheep population revealed
low to moderate heritability for most traits reflecting decline in
additive genetic variance as a consequence of the population being
under continuous selection over several generations. This
highlights the importance of environment in further improvement,
though there is still scope for genetic improvement through
selection based on early expressed growth traits like weaning
weight and pre-weaning body weight gain having favorable
association with reproductive and wool production traits.
4. Selection based on a combination of early expressed traits like
weaning weight at 3 months of age, pre-weaning body weight gains
and annual wool yield could be effective in bringing genetic
improvement in overall performance of “Himtal Merino” sheep
population.
b. Research Projects in Progress
S.
No.
Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget
During
FY 2015-
16
Year
of
start
Duration
1. AICRP on Poultry
Breeding (Rural poultry
Unit)
Dr Y P Thakur ICAR 76.77 Lacs 2009 Up to March,
2017 (XIIth Plan)
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2. AICRP on Goat
Improvement (Gaddi
Field Unit)
Dr P K Dogra ICAR 29.99 Lacs 2010 Up to March,
2017(XIIth Plan)
c. Summary of research finding during the year:
1. AICRP on Poultry Breeding (Rural poultry Unit)
During the year, 2 purebred stocks (Dahlem Red and Native) and their crosses were
maintained for on –farm evaluation. In addition to existing Dahlem Red (DR) parent laying
birds, 1089 DR parent stock chicks were procured from CPDO, Chandigarh (in 3 lots of 130,
395 and 564 chicks) during 2015-16 and are being reared for production of crossbred chicks.
The evaluation of DR parent birds revealed Egg production of 83.26 eggs/ bird on
HHEP basis, 104.78 eggs / bird on HDEP and 140.02 eggs / bird on SEP basis up to 52 weeks
of age, Age at first egg, 25% HHEP and 50% HHEP as 133 days, 156 days and 170 days
respectively. While for native parents egg production of 72.46 eggs/ bird on HHEP basis,
83.33 eggs / bird on HDEP and 92.45 eggs / bird on SEP basis up to 52 weeks of age, Age
at first egg, 25% HHEP and 50% HHEP as 146 days, 154 days and 179 days respectively Out
of 48289 eggs set for hatching during the year, 40601 eggs were found fertile with overall
fertility 84.07% and 28607quality chicks were hatched. The hatchability % on TES and FES
basis were 69.84% and 78.95% respectively
28604, chicks of different crosses were hatched during the year, out of which 26812
chicks were supplied to 471 farm units across the state and 1795 chicks (507 Native, 603DND
[(DR X N) X DR], 254 DR X Native and 431 DR x DR chicks) were retained for evaluation.
2. AICRP on Goat Improvement (Gaddi Field Unit)
In 4 selected flocks, the performance of 1164 goats including 760 breedable does,
identified by ear tagging, were monitored. A total of 570 young kids were born (kidding rate
83.15%) in selected flocks, 130 animals of different ages died and 481 animals were sold by the
owners. The closing balance was 1197 animals under different age groups.
The overall population growth was 107.59%, kidding rate 83.15%, overall mortality 6.65%,
incidence of twin birth was 20.25% and incidence of abortions was 12.25%. Maximum kidding
was recorded in months of November (152 kids) and December (137 kids).
The overall least square mean for body weights at birth, 3 month, 6 month, 9 month and 12
months of age were 3.03±0.03, 15.02±0.20, 19.51±0.21, 24.21±0.17 and 27.55±0.24 Kg,
respectively wherein significant effects of sex of kid and field units were observed. The overall
body length, body height and body girth at birth was 31.98, 33.08 and 35.75cm, respectively. The
corresponding figures at six month were 62.73, 62.02 and 65.56 cm, at twelve months were 66.11,
62.90 and 74.45 cm, respectively.
39 male kids (4-6 months’ age) were purchased from farmer’s units after primary selection
for higher growth and reared to sexual maturity at Palampur under standard management.
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
Publications:
1. Kumar, P., Chandel, S., Kumar, V. and Sankhyan, V. 2015. Leopard-Human Led Casualties
and Conservation Awareness Campaign in Shivalik Hills of Northern India. Proceeding of
the National Academy of Sciences, India Section B: Biological Sciences.
DOI10.1007/s40011-015-0653-3.NAAS rating 6.40
2. Sankhyan Varun, Thakur Y.P., Katoch S. and Dogra P.K. (2015). Factors affecting fertility,
hatchability and chick survivability in poultry germplasm under sub-temperate conditions.
Himachal J. Agric. Res. 41 (1): 83-85 (NAAS: 2.41)
3. Kaila O P, Sankhyan Varun, Reen J K, Vijh R K and Thakur Y P (2015): Biometry, Production
potential and genetic characterization of Red Jungle Fowl (Gallus gallus) reared under
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captivity from Wetstern Himalyan state of HP, India. Indian Journal of Animal
ResearchDOI10.18805/ijar.8597: (NAAS: 6.03)
4. Verma D, Sankhyan V, Katoch S, Thakur YP (2015). Principal component analysis of
biometric traits to reveal body confirmation in local hill cattle of Himalayan state of Himachal
Pradesh, India. Veterinary World 8 (12): 1453-1457. NAAS: 5.10)
5. Sankhyan, Varun and Thakur Y. P. 2016. Comparative Performance of Vanaraja and
Indigenous Chicken under intensive system in sub temperate climatic condition of north
western Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh. International Journal of Science, Environment
and Technology, 5(2), 449-453. (NAAS: 3.11).
ii). Presentations
1. Sankhyan Varun, Thakur Y P, Thakur Rakesh, Dogra P K and Katoch Sanjeet (2015).
Analysis of crossbreeding indigenous chicken with improved germplasm for
performance assessment and adaptability under village farming system in Himalayan
state of Himachal Pradesh, India. Paper presented in Int. Conf. on “The potential for
Poultry Production in developing countries”, organised by WPSA from Oct.15-18, 2015
at Belak Antalya, Turkey. In proceedings pp 78-80.
2. Dogra P K, Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Y P (2015). MigratoryPastoralism: Mainstay of
hill livestock farming, constraints and future prospects. Invited paper presented in 3rd
National Conf. of Indian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition and Animal Welfare and
Seminar on “Livestock Production cum Health and Crop mixed farming for Nutritional
security” held on Nov.4-5, 2015 at COVAS, CSK HPKV, Palampur. In proceedings.
3. Sankhyan, Varun, Thakur Y P, Dogra P K and Katoch S (2016). Biometry of Rampur-
bushair sheep based on Principal Component Analysis of various body measurements.
Paper presented in XIII Annual Convention of Society for Conservation of Domestic
Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) and National Seminar on “Policy planning for livelihood
security through domestic animal diversity” held at SKUAST-J at Jammu on Feb.11-12.
In proceeding.
4. Thakur Y P, Sankhyan, Varun and Dogra P K (2016). Production potential of native
Chicken (Gallus domesticus) population of Himachal Pradesh for various growth, egg
production, mortality and fertility traits. Paper presented in XIII Annual Convention of
Society for Conservation of Domestic Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) and National
Seminar on “Policy planning for livelihood security through domestic animal diversity”
held at SKUAST-J at Jammu on Feb.11-12. In proceeding.
5. Dogra P K, Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Y P, (2016). Reproductive efficiency of Gaddi
goats under transhmance production system. Paper presented in XIII Annual Convention
of Society for Conservation of Domestic Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) and National
Seminar on “Policy planning for livelihood security through domestic animal diversity”
held at SKUAST-J at Jammu on Feb.11-12. In proceeding.
6. Gurdeep Singh, Thakur Y P, Taggar R K, Amitoz Kaur, Chakraborty Dibyendu, Dirender
Kumar and Sankhyan Varun (2016). Genetic bottleneck effect and analysis of intra-
population genetic diversity in Gaddi goat breed of Western Himalayas using
microsatellite markers. Paper presented in XIII Annual Convention of Society for
Conservation of Domestic Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) and National Seminar on
“Policy planning for livelihood security through domestic animal diversity” held at
SKUAST-J at Jammu on Feb.11-12. In proceeding.
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin: Nil
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4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication: Rakesh Thakur, Pradeep Dogra, Varun Sankhyan and Yash Pal
Thakur (2015): Pashu- Grih banatey samay dhyan rakhne yogya batein. Parvatiya
Khetibari: 35 (2) 26-28 (April-June, 2015)
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast: Nil
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings: Nil
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S. N. Date Title Name of Participants
1. Sep.15-
16,2015
Annual review meeting of AICRP on poultry Breeding
& Poultry Seed Project held at NAAS complex Delhi
Dr. Varun Sankhyan
2 Oct., 15-
18,2015
International Conference “ The Potential for Poultry
Production in Developing Countries, Antalya, Turkey
Dr. Varun Sankhyan
3 Feb, 11-
12, 2016.
XIII Annual Convention of Society for Conservation of
Domestic Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) and National
Seminar on “Policy planning for livelihood security
through domestic animal diversity” held at SKUAST-J
at Jammu
Dr. Varun Sankhyan
Dr. Y P Thakur
4 April,27-
30, 2016
National training programme on ‘Zero budget natural
farming, DEE, CSKHPKV Palampur
Dr Varun Sankhyan
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED: Nil
7. HONOURS AND AWARDS
1. Dr Varun Sankhyan Assistant Professor of the department, awarded with World Poultry
Science Association Travel Grant (1000USD) for attending International conference on
“The Potential for Poultry Production in Developing Countries, Antalya, Turkey 15-18
October 2015. Delivered oral presentation on Analysis of crossbreeding indigenous
chicken with improved germplasm for performance assessment and adaptability under
village farming system in Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh, India
2. Research paper entitled “Morphological structuring using principal component analysis
of Rampur-bushair sheep under transhumance production in western Himalayan region,
India” by Varun Sankhyan, Y P Thakur, PK Dogra and Sanjeet Katoch was adjudged as
2nd best poster presentation in XIII Annual Convention of Soc. for Conservation of
Domestic Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) and National Seminar on “Policy planning for
livelihood security through domestic animal diversity” held at SKUAST-J at Jammu on
Feb.11-12, 2016.
3. Gurdeep Singh MVSc. student of the department (2012-14) awarded Young scientist
award by Society for Conservation of Domestic Animal Diversity (SOCDAB) for his
MVSc. Research paper entitled “Genetic bottleneck effect and analysis of intra-
population genetic diversity in Gaddi goat breed of Western Himalayas using
microsatellite markers” authored by Gurdeep Singh, Thakur Y P, Taggar R K, Amitoz
Kaur, Chakraborty Dibyendu, Dirender Kumar and Sankhyan Varun (2016). Paper was
presented in XIII Annual Convention of Society for Conservation of Domestic Animal
Diversity (SOCDAB) and National Seminar on “Policy planning for livelihood security
through domestic animal diversity” held at SKUAST-J at Jammu on Feb.11-12.
8. FACULTY VISITS ABROAD
1. Dr. Varun Sankhyan, Assistant Professor visited Antalya, Turkey to attend International
Conference “The Potential for Poultry Production in Developing Countries, Antalya, Turkey
from 15th October, 2015 to 18th October 2015
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DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL NUTRITION
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Animal Nutrition was established with the primary aim to undertake teaching,
research and extension activities since 29.6.1991, as a consequence of trifurcation of the erstwhile
Department of Animal Production. To impart teaching at under graduate and postgraduate level
by offering core courses to B. V. Sc. & A.H. /M.V.Sc. and PhD. programme were the main
mandate. Till date the department has produced 39 M.V.Sc. and 15 PhD. students. At present, 4
M.V.Sc. and two PhD student are doing research work for completion of their degrees. The
department has two research projects under RKVY of total budget outlay of Rs. 109 lakh. The
department has completed 16 research projects on various aspects of livestock feeding. A
revolving fund scheme was started with seed money of Rs. 25000 in 1993-94, under which feeds
and feed supplements are being formulated, prepared and sold to various stakeholders. The
department sold feeds and feed additives amounting to Rs. 2, 14, 92,115 during the year under
report.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. ANN-111 Principles of animal nutrition
and feed technology
2+1 Dr. Daisy Rani and Dr.
Shivani Katoch
2. ANN-121 Applied animal nutrition-1
(ruminants)
2+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch and Dr.
Daisy Rani
4. VAE-311 Principles and technology of
vety and A.H. Ext.
2+1 Dr. Alok Sharma, Dr.
Shivani Katoch and Dr.
Aneesh Thaku
5. VMD-513 Pet animal breeding
management, nutrition and
health care
1+1 Dr. Daisy Rani and others.
6. VMD-512 Zoo /wild animal breeding
management, nutrition and
health care
1+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch and
others.
7 VAE-511 Livestock entrepreneurship 1+0 Dr. Alok Sharma and Dr.
Vinod Sharma
3. ---- Entrepreneurship training 0+2 Dr. Vinod Sharma
2nd Semester
1. ANN-211 Applied animal nutrition-2
(non ruminants, poultry and
laboratory animals).
2+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch, Dr.
Vinod Sharma and Dr. Daisy
Rani.
2. --- Clinical /interventional
nutrition
2+0 Dr. Daisy Rani
3. ---- Entrepreneurship training 0+2 Dr. Vinod Sharma
Postgraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1 ANN 601 Animal nutrition – energy and
protein
3+0 Dr. Daisy Rani
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2 ANN 603 Feed technology 1+1 Dr. V.K. Sharma
3 ANN 604 Feed conservation, storage and
quality control
2+2 Dr. Shivani Katoch and
Vinod Sharma
4 ANN-699 Masters research 1-20 Dr. Daisy Rani
Dr. Shivani Katoch
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1 ANN-602 Animal Nutrition: Mineral,
vitamin and Feed additives.
3+1 Dr. Daisy Rani
2 ANN-605 Ruminant Nutrition 2+1 Dr. V.K. Sharma
3 ANN-606 Non Ruminant Nutrition 1+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch
4 ANN-609 Non conventional feed stuffs
and toxic
constituents/antimetabolites in
animal feed stuffs.
2+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch
Dr. Vinod Sharma
5 ANN-691 Masters seminar 1+0 Dr. Daisy Rani
PhD Courses (1st Semester)
1 ANN 701 Modern concepts of feeding
Ruminants and forage utilization
3+0 Dr. V.K. Sharma
2 ANN 703 Nutrition and rumen
fermentation
1+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch
3 ANN 707 Clinical nutrition 1+1 Dr. Daisy Rani
4 ANN-709 New feed resources and toxicants
in animal feeding
2+0 Dr. V.K. Sharma Dr. Daisy
Rani
5 ANN 791 Doctoral seminar -1 1+0 Dr. Daisy Rani
6 ANN 793 Special Problem in PhD. 10+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch
7 ANN-799 Doctoral research 1-15 Dr. V.K. Sharma
PhD Courses (2nd Semester)
1 ANN 703 Nutrition and rumen
fermentation
1+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch
2 ANN-709 New feed resources and toxicants
in animal feeding
2+0 Dr. V.K. Sharma Dr. Daisy
Rani
3 ANN 793 Special Problem in PhD. 10+1 Dr. Shivani Katoch
4 ANN-799 Doctoral research 1-15 Dr. V.K. Sharma
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission
No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1 Divya Rana V2014-30-002 Dr. Shivani Katoch Application of azolla protein in
combination with additives at varied
nutritional density for economical
rearing of poultry birds.
2 Swati Chandel V2014-30-003 Dr. Daisy Rani Effect of alternative carbohydrate
rich materials on nutritional quality
of silage.
3 Prince
Chauhan
V2015-30-001 Dr. Daisy Rani Formulation, Preparation and
Nutritional evaluation of dog
biscuits.
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Ongoing Doctoral Programme:
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements
S.
No.
Title of Research problem Salient Research Achievements
3. Effect of alternative carbohydrate rich
materials on nutritional quality of silage.
Maize flour (along with urea) can replace molasses
for ensiling wheat straw, without affecting nutrient
utilization in cow calves.
4.
b. Research Projects in Progress:
S.
No.
Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget Year of
start
Duration
1. Studies on the use of apple
pomace as livestock feed
ingredient
PI RKVY,
GOI
20.10
Lakh
2015 1 year
2. Pilot study on factors affecting
milk quality parameters
lowering economic returns in
dairy cows and its remedial
measures
PI RKVY,
GOI
89.00
Lakh
2016 I year
3. AICRP on Goats Co-PI ICAR --- Continuing ---
c. Summary of research finding during the year
1. Maize flour (along with urea) can replace molasses for ensiling wheat straw, without
affecting nutrient utilization in cow calves.
2. The choice of use of maize flour or molasses depend on the relative costs of both the
ingredients. However if home grown maize is used, the cost of ensiling is lower than that when
molasses is used for treating wheat straw.
3. Apple pomace ensiled by mixing it with wheat straw in the ratio of 85:15, for 4 weeks, is the
best method to preserve apple pomace (in terms of nutritional value) for feeding to livestock.
4 Shahid Nazir V2015-30-002 Dr. Daisy Rani Development of feed technology for
utilization of apple pomace in calves
5 Shambhvi V2015-30-003 Dr. Shivani Katoch Azolla (Azolla piñata) feeding in
combination with direct fed
microbial for rearing of broiler birds
6 Shilpa Thakur V2015-30-004 Dr. V.K. Sharma Effect of feeding ripened tea fruits
(Camellia sinensis) on the growth of
poultry broilers
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Dr. Arun Sharma V2013-40-001 Dr. V.K.
Sharma
Effect of feeding seabuckthorn fruit
residue (pomace) on nutrient
utilization and performance in goats.
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d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
1. Jana, S., Verma, M.S., Sharma, Wadhwa, D., Sharma, K.B. and Kumar, R. 2015. Studies on the
effect of supplementation of area specific mineral mixture on micro mineral status, and cyclicity
of postpartum anestrous cows. Indian journal of Animal Reproduction. 2015. 36 (1): 10-14.
ii). Presentations
1. Prya S., Wadhwa, D., Katoch, S., Sharma, V. AND Sharma, V.K. 20115. Effect of Malori (Rumex
hastatus) leaf extract on growth performance of commercial broilers. Presented at 3rd Biennial
Conference of Indian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition and Animal Welfare, Entitled,
‘Interventions in livestock production-cum-Helath and crop mixed farming for nutritional
security, held at CSKHKV, Palampur, w.e.f. 4-5 Nov, 2015.
2. Sharma, K., Katoch, S., Sharma, A., Sharma, V., Wadhwa, D. and Sharma, V.K. 20115. Biological
evaluation of Azolla in poultry broiler rations. 2015. Presented at 3rd Biennial Conference of
Indian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition and Animal Welfare, Entitled, ‘Interventions in livestock
production-cum-Helath and crop mixed farming for nutritional security, held at CSKHKV,
Palampur, w.e.f. 4-5 Nov, 2015.
3. Ambatkar, S.K., Sharma, V.K. Wadhwa, D. and Sharma, V. 2015. Evaluation of efficacy of
seabuckthorn leaves (Hippophae, L.) as protein replacer in broiler diet and its effect on cost of
production. Presented at Conference of the International seabuckthorn association on
‘Seabuckthorn –emerging technologies for health production and environmental conservation,
held at New Delhi, India, w.e.f. 24-26 Nov., 2015.
4. Wadhwa, d., Sharma, V.K., Sharma, V and Katoch, S. 2015. Poultry production in north western
Himalayan region: challenges and way forward. Presented at Workshop-cum brain storming
meeting on, ‘current status and future prospectus of animal production systmen in Hiamalyan
region, held at IVRI, Regional research station, Palampur, w.e.f. 13-14 Oct., 2015.
5. Jana, S., Verma, M.S., Sharma, Rani, D., Dogra, P.K. and Kumar, R. 2015. Studies on the effect
of supplementation of area specific mineral mixture on mineral status, heamatological profile and
cyclicity of postpartum anestrous cows. Presented at 24th annual conference of Society of Animal
Physiologists of India and national symposium on SAPICON-Guwahati, held at Department of
Veterinary Physiology, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University,
Khanapara, Guwahati, w.e.f. January 2015.
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin: nil
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication: nil
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast
1. T.V. Talk was got recorded on 13.7.15 by Dr. Daisy Rani, entitled, Pashuon me khanij tatvo
kee mahatata.’telecasted on 6.8.15.
2. Lecture on Animal care under organic agriculture’ delivered to RAWE students of COA, on
28.1.16, and 8.2.16 by Dr. Daisy Rani.
3. Improving quality and utilization of roughages, delivered by Dr. Daisy Rani on 13.7.15,
under refresher course for the technical and field assistants of CSKHPKV, on agriculture
and animal husbandry, held w.e.f. 1-15 July, 2015, at CSKHPKV, Palampur.
4. Improving quality and utilization of roughages, delivered by Dr. Daisy Rani on 20.7.15,
under refresher course for the technical and field assistants of CSKHPKV, on agriculture
and animal husbandry, held w.e.f. 1-30 July, 2015, at CSKHPKV, Palampur.
5. Lecture on, ‘emergency animal feeding’ to students of final year B.V.Sc. & A.H., for 4 days
‘certificate course on, ‘management of animals during disaster’ by Dr. Daisy on 10.9.15
6. T.V. talk on balanced feeding and feed additives on 13.7.15 by Dr. Shivani Katoch.
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7. Radio talk on azolla feeding in state of H.P on 22.1.16 by Dr. Shivani Katoch.
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of
Participants
1. 19-20.5.16 Training programme on krishi anusandhan avum
takniki shabdavali, organized by commsion for
scientific and technical terminology, Ministry of HRD
(Department of Education) Ramakrishnapuram, New
Delhi.
Dr. V.K. Sharma,
Dr. Daisy Rani,
Dr. Shivani Katoch
Dr. Vinod Sharma
2. 27-30.4.16 Zero budget farming Do
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of
Participants
1. 4-5 Nov,
2015.
3rd Biennial Conference of Indian Academy of
Veterinary Nutrition and Animal Welfare, Entitled,
‘Interventions in livestock production-cum-Helath and
crop mixed farming for nutritional security, held at
CSKHKV, Palampur.
Dr. V.K. Sharma,
Dr. Daisy Rani,
Dr. Shivani Katoch
Dr. Vinod Sharma
2. 24-26 Nov.
2015
Conference of the International seabuckthorn
association on ‘Seabuckthorn –emerging technologies
for health production and environmental conservation,
held at New Delhi, India.
Dr. V.K. Sharma
3. 13-14 Oct.
2015.
Workshop-cum brain storming meeting on, ‘current
status and future prospectus of animal production
system in Himalayan region, held at IVRI, Regional
research station, Palampur, w.e.f.
Dr. V.K. Sharma,
Dr. Daisy Rani,
Dr. Shivani Katoch
Dr. Vinod Sharma
4. 1.5.16 H.P. State South Zonal Seminar organized by H.P. State
Veterinary Council
Dr. V.K. Sharma,
Dr. Daisy Rani,
Dr. Shivani Katoch
Dr. Vinod Sharma
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED:
The department organised 3rd Biennial Conference of Indian academy of veterinary
Nutritionists and Animal Welfare, on ‘Livestock Production –cum-health and crop mixed
farming for nutritional security’ w.e.f. 4-5 Nov. 2015, held at CSKHPKV, Palampur
7. HONOURS AND AWARDS: the following paper presented by faculty of the
department received best presentation award:
Soney Priya, Daisy Wadhwa, Shivani Katoch, Vinod Sharma and V.K. Sharma. Effect of Malori
(Rumex hastatus) leaf extract on growth performance of commercial broilers. Presented at 3rd
Biennial Conference of Indian academy of veterinary Nutritionists and Animal Welfare, on
‘Livestock Production –cum-health and crop mixed farming for nutritional security’ w.e.f. 4-5
Nov. 2015, held at CSKHPKV, Palampur
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DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY
1.Teaching Activities
a) Undergraduate Teaching
Sem. Course
No.
Course Title Credit
Hours
Instructor/s
(Dr/Drs.)
I VAN-111 Gross Anatomy-I 2+2 Virender Pathak, Rajesh Rajput
VAN-211 Histology and Embryology 2+2 Rajesh Rajput, Virender Pathak
ORT-111 Orientation 1+0 Virender Pathak
NSS 2+0 Virender Pathak
II VAN-121 Gross Anatomy-II 2+2 Virender Pathak, Rajesh Rajput
VAN-122 Gross Anatomy-III 1+1 Rajesh Rajput, Virender Pathak
NSS Virender Pathak
b) Post Graduate Teaching
Sem. Course
No.
Course Title Credit
Hours
Instructor/s
(Dr/Drs.)
I VAN-605 Theory and Practice of
Histological techniques
1+2 Rajesh Rajput
Virender Pathak
VAN-606 General Histology and
Ultra structure
3+1 Rajesh Rajput
Virender Pathak
VAN-607 Systemic Histology and
Ultrastructure
3+1 Rajesh Rajput
Virender Pathak
VAN-799 Doctoral Research 0+6 Rajesh Rajput
II VAN-602 Comparative
Splanchanology
2+2 Virender Pathak
Rajesh Rajput VAN-608 Developmental Anatomy 3+1 Rajesh Rajput, Virender Pathak
VAN-604 Gross Anatomical
techniques
1+1 Rajesh Rajput
Virender Pathak
VAN-691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Rajesh Rajput
2. Research activities in the department 1. At least 24 sexually mature animals were used to study Gross, histological and histochemical
studies on the trachea and lungs of Gaddi sheep. Trachea, bronchial tree, principal bronchi and
various orders of airways that originated from it were lined by pseudostratified ciliated columnar
epithelium composed primarily of ciliated cells, goblet cells and basal cells. The epithelial
thickness of the above mentioned structures showed greater thickness than the goat of plain
regions. Blood air barrier was formed by plasma membrane of alveolar cells, basal lamina of
alveolar cells, septal space, basal lamina of endothelial cells and thin endothelial cell of the blood
capillary. The average thickness of the blood air barrier measured 8.04±0.15µm.
2. Study was also conducted on 68 Gaddi sheep foetii to study histogenesis, organogenesis and
histochemistry of testis and liver in different stages of gestation. It was found that the epididymal
duct was distinguishable on 70th day of gestation. The connective septa originated from the tunica
albuginea and divided the epididymis into lobules at 115th day of gestation. Normal values of
various macro and micro minerals, biochemicals and activity of various enzymes was analysed in
foetal fluid of Gaddi sheep.
3. First appearance of portal triad in liver of sheep foetii was observed at 76th day of gestation.
The bile pigments and glycogen were visible from 57th day of gestation. The Zn concentration
was maximum between 61 to 90th day of gestation. Chenodeoxycholic acid, cholic acid and
deoxycholic acid were three main bile acids identified in bile.
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Research publications
1. Pathak and Rajput.2015. Gross and morphometrical study on the external and internal
nares of Gaddi sheep. HJAR. 8270-156-159.
2. Rizvi R, Shukla P, Rajput R and Pathak V. 2015. Histological studies on prenatal skin of
developing Gaddi sheep foetus. Journal of cell and tissue research vol, 15(3) 5329-5334
3. Shukla P, Bhardwaj R, Kumar R, Rajesh Rajput and Verma M. 2015. Biochemical
composition of allantoic fluid during different stages of gestation in gaddi sheep. The
Indian journal of small ruminants. 21(2): 242-244.
4. Razvi R, Rajput Rajesh and Sharma R. 2015. Prenatal and postnatal changes in the biliary
bile acid composition of Gaddi sheep. Journal of cell and Tissue Research. 15(2) 4995-
4998.
5. Razvi R, Bhardwaj RL, Rajput Rajesh, Verma M and Kumar R. 2015. Liver mineral
profile at different stages of Gaddi sheep. Research in Enviornment and life sciences. 8(4)
571-574.
6. Shukla P, Bhardwaj RL and Rajput Rajesh. 2015. Histomorphology and micrometry of
the epididymis of chamurthi horse. Indian Journal of Veterinary Anatomy. 27(2): 28-30
7. R Andleeb, Rajput Rajesh, K Massarat, MA Baba, J mauood FA Dar. 2016.
Histomorphological study of the Paneth cells and enterochromaffin cells of the small
intestine in Gaddi goat. SKUAST journal of Research. 18(1).
3. Training/workshop/seminar/symposium attended/ organised: Dr. Virender Pathak (Assistant Professor) Professional Responsibilities discharged:
1. Instructor for training to the constables of Dog breeding Centre-Sashastra Seema Bal.
2. Six days Annual training camp for NSS volunteers w.e.f 24 july2016 to 30th july 2016
3. Attended Refresher Course for NSS programme officers organized by Institure for
Development and communication, Ministry of youth affairs and sports, Govt. of India
from 3.02.2016 to 9.02.2016.
4. Additional Responsibilities discharged other than Academics: Dr. Rajesh Rajput (Associate Professor)
1. Acted as Co-coordinator in ET-(PG)-2016.
Dr. Virender Pathak (Assistant Professor)
1. Table tennis incharge for the students of Dr GC Negi COVAS, CSK HPKV Palampur-
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2. Vice-President, VASTA w.e.f 06-01-2016.
3. Protocol officer for the conduct of the inspection team constituted by Veterinary Council
of India during the period January 18-20, 2016.
4. Member, technical committee for the youth festival held on 6th January 2016.
5. Workshop/Seminar/Trainings etc. organized by the Department: Nil
Success story of the Department:
The complete respiratory system of Gaddi Goat of Himachal Pradesh has been studied.
The salient difference with the goat of plain region were enlisted. Platform for further
studies on this migratory animal is prepared.
The developmental stages of the testis and Liver of Gaddi Sheep was completed in the
said period of reporting.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY PHYSIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Veterinary Physiology came into existence in 1986 as a constituent
department of the college. The primary mandate of the department is to impart training to
undergraduate and postgraduate students in the field of Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry,
besides research in frontier areas and extension education. Since 1992-1993 Master’s programme
is in operation in the department and Doctorate programme was also approved in the year 2010.
In the year 2011, Department of Veterinary Biochemistry was merged with Veterinary Physiology
and Department was renamed as Department of Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry.
During last 25 years Department has carried out pioneering work in the field of migratory
sheep husbandry, mineral physiology and hemato-biochemical studies and impact of climate on
animal species of Himachal Pradesh. In the process department completed two externally funded
research projects, besides faculty participation in externally funded projects of other departments.
At present one research project “Capacity Building of paraprofessionals for effective disease
diagnosis and augmenting diagnostic facilities” is in operation in the department.
Department has established modern laboratory for analysis of macro and micro minerals,
hematology and blood biochemicals. Department is carrying out extension activities not only
during Kisan Mela but is also carrying out research trials at field level and is in regular touch with
farmers of the state for suggesting various measures to augment production and reproduction of
their livestock.
2. TEACHING
The following undergraduate and postgraduate courses were taught during first and
second semester of the academic year 2015-2016:
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. VPB-111 Veterinary Physiology-I 2+1 Dr M S Verma, Dr R Kumar
2. VPB-112 General Veterinary
Biochemistry
1+1 Dr Geetanjali Singh, Dr
Naresh Kumar
3. VLD-411 Veterinary Clinical
Biochemistry & Lab
Diagnosis -I
0+1 Dr Geetanjali Singh, Dr
Prasenjit Dhar, Dr K. B.
Nagal & Dr R. D. Patil
4. ORT-111 Orientation 1+0
(NC)
Dr R Kumar
5. Study Circle 0+2
(NC)
Dr R Kumar, Dr Virender
Pathak
2nd Semester
1. VPB-121 Veterinary Physiology-II 2+1 Dr M S Verma, Dr R Kumar
2. VPB-122 Veterinary Intermediate
Metabolism
2+1 Dr Naresh Kumar,
Dr Geetanjali Singh
3. VPB-221 Veterinary Physiology –III 3+1 Dr R Kumar, Dr M S Verma
4. VPB-321 Animal Biotechnology 2+1 Dr Geetanjali Singh, Dr
Pankaj Sood & Dr Subhash
Verma
5. Ecosystems & Livestock
Study Circle
0+2
(NC)
Dr R Kumar
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Postgraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VPY-607 Clinical Physiology 2+1 Dr R Kumar & Dr M S
Verma
2. VPY – 602 Cardiovascular & respiration
physiology
2 + 1 Dr R Kumar & Dr M S
Verma
3. VBC-601 Chemistry of animal cell 2+0 Dr Naresh Kumar
4. VBC-602 Techniques in biochemistry 0+2 Dr Naresh Kumar & Dr
Geetanjali Singh
5. VBC-603 Applications of genomics
and proteomics in molecular
biology
2+0 Dr Geetanjali Singh
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VPY–606 Physiology of Animal
Reproduction
2 +1 Dr R Kumar & Dr M S
Verma
2. VBC–691 Master’s Seminar 1 +0 Dr Naresh Kumar
3. VBC- 604 Biochemistry of molecules,
carbohydrates, lipids &
membrane structure
2 +0 Dr Naresh Kumar
4 VBC-605 Enzyme catalysis, kinetics,
inhibition & regulation
2+0 Dr Naresh Kumar
5. VBC-606 Metabolism – I
Carbohydrate & Lipids
2 +0 Dr Geetanjali Singh
6. VBC–691 Master’s Seminar 1 + 0 Dr Naresh Kumar
7. VBC–613 Biochemical basis of Animal
Reproduction
2 +1 Dr Geetanjali Singh &Dr
Naresh Kumar
Ph. D. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VPY-791 Doctoral’s seminar 1+0 Dr R Kumar
Ph. D. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VPY–701 Applied Physiology of Body
Fluids & electrolytes
2 +1 Dr R Kumar
2. VPY-791 Doctoral’s seminar 1+0 Dr R Kumar
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
Ongoing Doctoral Programme: Programme held in abeyance.
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements
S. No. Title of Research problem Salient Research Achievements
1. Studies on fluid, electrolyte
and acid-base in diarrheic
calves
The fluid and electrolyte imbalances due to diarrhea in neonatal
calves were studied for changes in the various hematological and
biochemical parameters. Oral administration of fluid and
S. No. Name of the student Admission No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Mr Anurag Sharma V-2015-30-015 Dr Naresh
Kumar
Efficacy of feeding certain
herbs/herbal products on
biochemical composition of
blood and milk in dairy cows.
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electrolytes at the onset of diarrhea lead to quick and better
recovery of the animals. Three types of oral rehydration solution
were tested and the one prepared in lab proved to be most
efficacious.
2. Study on expression of
antimicrobial proteins in
bovine milk
AMPs are host defense molecules and important part of the innate
immunity in animals. This study was carried out to investigate and
compare the expression of AMPs particularly, cathelicidins viz
CATHL1, CATHL2, CATHL3 and CATHL4 in the milk of Jersey
crossbred and desi pahari cows and also to compare the expression
with somatic cell count. For this, 40 milk samples of Jersey
crossbred cows and 10 milk samples of desi pahari cows were
collected and evaluated for somatic cell counts, MCMT, BTB pH
indicator test and pH. Based primarily on varying somatic cell
counts, milk samples were further selected for studying the
expression of these AMPs. Liver and udder tissue samples of
Jersey crossbred cow were also collected for studying the
expression of these AMPs. gDNA was isolated from liver tissue
sample of Jersey crossbred cow. Pairs of CathL primers viz
CathL1, CathL2, CathL3 and CathL4 were tested initially on
gDNA. Total RNA was isolated from the liver and udder tissue
samples of Jersey crossbred cow and the selected milk samples of
Jersey crossbred and desi pahari cows. cDNA was then prepared
from total RNA for studying the expression of these AMPs.
Expression of CATHL genes viz CATHL1, CATHL2 and
CATHL3 was found in liver tissue sample of Jersey crossbred cow
but no expression of CATHL4 gene was detected in liver tissue
sample of same Jersey crossbred cow. Expression of CATHL2
gene was found in udder tissue sample of Jersey crossbred cow but
expression of CATHL1, CATHL3 and CATHL4 genes was not
found in udder tissue sample of same Jersey crossbred cow.
Expression of CATHL1, CATHL2, CATHL3 and CATHL4 genes
was not found in the selected milk samples of Jersey crossbred and
desi pahari cows. The non-expression of these AMPs might be due
to either insufficient amount of mRNA specific to these proteins
or alternative splicing.
b. Research Projects in Progress
S.
No.
Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget Year
of start
Duration
1. Capacity building of
Paraprofessionals for effective
disease diagnosis and augmenting
diagnostic facilities in the state of
Himachal Pradesh.
Dr R Kumar RKVY 49.85
lakhs
2015 1 year
c. Summary of research finding during the year
1. RKVY project on “Capacity building of Paraprofessionals for effective disease
diagnosis and augmenting diagnostic facilities.”
During the period under report four trainings were conducted on laboratory diagnosis for
Veterinary Pharmacists of Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh in
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which 45 Veterinary Pharmacists were imparted training. A training manual along with a
diagnostic kit comprising of all the essential laboratory equipment’s required for basic blood and
urine tests was given to each of the trainees.
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
1. Parul Shukla, R. L. Bhardwaj, R. Kumar, Rajesh Rajput and Madan Verma. 2015.
Biochemical composition of allantoic fluid during different stages of gestation in Gaddi sheep.
The Indian Journal of Small Ruminants 21(2):242-244
2. Raheeqa Razvi, R. L. Bhardwaj, R. Rajput, M. Verma and R. Kumar.2015. Liver mineral
profile at different embryonic stages of gaddi sheep. Research in Environment and Life
Sciences 8(4) 571-574
3. Sonali Jana, M S Verma, D Wadhwa, K B Sharma, and R Kumar. 2015. Studies on the effect
of supplementation of area specific mineral mixture on micro mineral status and cyclicity in
post-partum anoestrous cows. Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction 36(1): June 2015.
4. Dogra, V., Verma, S., Singh, Geetanjali, Wani, A. H., Chahota, R., Dhar, P., Verma, L. and
Sharma, M. 2015. Development of OMP based indirect ELISA to gauge the antibody titers in
bovines against Pasteurella multocida. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research, Shiraz
University 9 Aug 2015.
5. Vikram Patial, R.K. Asrani, R.D. Patil, Naresh Kumar and Rinku Sharma (2015). Protective
Effect of Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) Leaves on Ochratoxin-A Induced
Hepatic Injury in Japanese quail. Veterinary Research International Vol 3 (4): 98-108.
6. Dipak Banerjee, Ramesh C Upadhyay, U B Chaudhary, R Kumar, S V Singh, Asutosh, Tapan
K Das and Sachinandan De (2015) Seasonal variation in physio-biochemical profiles of Indian
goats in paradigm of hot and cold climate Biological Rhythm Research 46 (2): 221-236.Aasim
Habib Wani, Mandeep Sharma, Richa Salwan, Geetanjali Singh, Rajesh Chahota & Subhash
Verma. 2016. Cloning, expression, and functional characterization of Serine Protease Aprv2
from virulent isolate Dichelobacter nodosus of Indian origin. Appl Biochem Biotechnol DOI
10.1007/s12010-016-2117-5 5.
ii). Presentations: Nil
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin
1. Dr R Kumar & Dr MS Verma prepared & edited practical manuals of UG courses VPB-111,
VPB-121 and VPB-221.
2. Dr Naresh Kumar & Dr Geetanjali Singh prepared & edited practical manuals of UG
courses VPB-112, VPB-122.
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication – Nil
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast - Nil.
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings:
S. No. Date Title Name of Participants
1. 15.03.2016 Operational procedure to run Mispa Nano, a
fully automated biochemistry analyzer recently
installed in the departmental laboratory.
Dr MS Verma & Dr
Geetanjali Singh
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b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S. No. Date Title Name of Participants
1. 4th& 5th
Nov. 2015
3rd Biennial National conference of Indian
Academy of Veterinary Nutrition & Animal
Welfare held at CSK HPKV, Palampur
Dr R Kumar, Dr Naresh
Kumar, Dr Geetanjali Singh
& Dr Madan S Verma
2. 27th to 30th
April 2016.
Four day workshop on ‘Zero budget
Farming’ held at CSK HPKV, Palampur
Dr R Kumar, Dr Naresh
Kumar, Dr Geetanjali Singh
& Dr Madan S Verma
3. 1st May
2016
HP State South Zonal seminar held by HP
State Veterinary Council at CSK HPKV,
Palampur
Dr R Kumar, Dr Naresh
Kumar, Dr Geetanjali Singh
& Dr Madan S Verma
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED
1. During the period, under RKVY project on “Capacity building of Paraprofessionals for
effective disease diagnosis and augmenting diagnostic facilities”, four trainings were
conducted on laboratory diagnosis for Veterinary Pharmacists of Animal Husbandry
Department, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh in which 45 Vety. Pharmacists were imparted
training.
2. One day practical exposure training to SSB constables in Vety. Physiology Laboratory
conducted by Dr Madan Verma on 19th August 2015 in which 36 trainees participated.
3. VERU unit of the college headed by Dr Kumar in collaboration with World Animal Protection
(WAP) and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) organised four days
certificate course on Animal Management during disasters for final year B.V.Sc. & AH
students w.e.f 9th to 12th Sept. 2015
4. VERU unit of the college headed by Dr Kumar in collaboration with World Animal Protection
(WAP) and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) organised six days training
for National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Animal Disaster Management w.e.f 26th to
31st Oct. 2015
5. One day practical exposure training to SSB constables in Vety. Physiology Laboratory
conducted by Dr Madan Verma on 5th May 2016 in which 30 trainees participated.
7. MISCELLANEOUS
1. Dr R Kumar worked as Member Secretary, Board of Studies, COVAS, as well as Coordinator
for External & Internal Board Examinations of College.
2. Dr MS Verma conducted Inter College Quiz and acted as Quiz master during Inter College
Youth Festival 2015-16 of the university held on 6th Jan. 2016.
3. Dr MS Verma & Dr Geetanjali Singh acted as judges for literary events in the Youth Festival
held by the CSKHPKV University on 6th January 2016.
4. Dr R Kumar attended and delivered an invited lecture at National Workshop on Animal
Disaster Management held at NIMD, New Delhi on March 3-4, 2016.
5. Dr MS Verma participated as team member of college team in National level Sidhu Memorial
Table Tennis Tournament organized by CSIR-Sports promotion Board, New Delhi at CSIR-
Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur, H.P from 5-7 April, 2016 and won
Runners-up trophy.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY MICROBIOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION: The department of Veterinary Microbiology was one of the six composite departments that
were initially established to start the Veterinary College in July 1986. The department had four
major disciplines at that time i.e. Vety. Microbiology & Immunology, Vety. Pathology, Vety.
Parasitology and Vety. Epidemiology and Public Health. Later on, following four independent
departments were created wef. 01.7.1991.
Veterinary Microbiology & Immunology
Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology
Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Parasitology
Since 1992, this department attained the status of a post-graduate department to the M.V.Sc.
level and from 2005 to the Ph.D. level.
The main objectives of the department are to impart training to undergraduate
(B.V.Sc. & A.H.) as well as postgraduate (M.V.Sc. & Ph.D.) students in the field of Veterinary
Microbiology that comprises general and systematic studies of microbes, their immunological and
biotechnological studies, experimental animal studies and prevention and control of infectious
agents. The department has established bacteriological, mycological, virological and
biotechnological laboratories with the installation of state-of-the-art equipments for
undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as well as research. Whereas, UG teaching is carried out
strictly as per VCI curriculum, PG teaching and research is planned according to the priority
research areas of the State. Till this year, 36 M.V.Sc. and three Ph.D. students have completed
their degrees in Veterinary Microbiology and at present two M.V.Sc. students are pursuing the
programmes.
The disease investigation laboratory of the department focuses on animal disease
outbreaks of various infectious diseases/ conditions in field. We establish the etiology of the
disease, perform CST against infectious agents and suggest the treatment, prevention and control
measures to contain the disease(s). The department also provides consultancy services to the
farmers of the State in terms of prevention and control of infectious disease(s) for economical
dairy, poultry, and fisheries.
In research, the department has completed many research projects from reputed
agencies like USDA, DBT, DST, NATP, ICAR, NAIP and Dabur Ayurvet Pvt. Limited. The
department has also carried out pioneer research work on Pasteurella, Brucella, Chlamydia,
Seabuckthorn and Fish diseases. During the reporting period, 06 research projects are in progress
in the department- 03 being funded by ICAR and 01 by State Government under RKVY, 01 by
DBT and one permanent animal disease investigation scheme from the State Government is also
running in the department for the last many years.
The annual report of any department is an indicator of the activities of that. The 29th annual
report of the department is being presented with the satisfaction that the department has been
steady to attain a fair and pleasing growth during the period under report in spite of few
limitations.
2. TEACHING ACTIVITIES
Under Graduates Courses:-
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. VMC-211 General Veterinary
Microbiology
1+1 Drs. Rajesh Chahota, Prasenjit
Dhar & Mandeep Sharma
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2. VMC-311 Systematic Veterinary
Bacteriology & Mycology
2+1 Drs. Subhash Verma,
AneeshThakur & Mandeep
Sharma
3. VLD-511*) Vety. Lab. Diagnosis-II 0+2 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar & K.B.
Nagal
4. Diagnostic Study Circle (for 2nd year) - Drs. Mandeep Sharma & Dr.
Rajesh Chahota
5. Tracking Programme on Fish Disease (for 3rd
year)
- Drs. Prasenjit Dhar & K.B.
Nagal
2nd Semester
1. VMC-221 Veterinary Immunology &
Serology
1+1
Drs. Aneesh Thakur,
SubhashVerma & Mandeep
Sharma
2. VMC-321 Systematic Veterinary
Virology
2+1 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar, Rajesh
Chahota & K.B. Nagal
3. VLD-421* Veterinary Clinical
Biochemistry and Lab.
Diagnosis-II
0+2
Drs. Rajesh Chahota & K.B.
Nagal
4. VLD-421* (Old Course Vety. Lab.
Diagnosis-I
0+2 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar & K.B.
Nagal
5. Compulsory Internship Programme - Drs. Subhash Verma &
Mandeep Sharma
6. Diagnostic Study Circle (for 2rd year) - Drs. Mandeep Sharma &
Rajesh Chahota
7. Tracking Programme on Fish Disease (3rd year) - Drs. Prasenjit Dhar
SubhashVerma
Post GraduateCourses:-
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Instructors
M.V. Sc. Courses (Ist Semester)
1. VMC-601 Bacteriology-I 3+1 Drs. Mandeep Sharma &
Subhash Verma
2. VMC-603 Veterinary Mycology 1+1 Drs. Rajesh Chahota, &
Subhash Verma & Mandeep
Sharma
3. VMC-604 General Virology 2+1 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar & Rajesh
Chahota
4. VMC-606 Principles of Immunology 2+1 Drs. Subhash Verma &
Mandeep Sharma
5. VMC-691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar &
Mandeep Sharma
6. VMC-699 Masters’ Research 20 Drs. Subhash Verma &
Mandeep Sharma
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VMC-602 Bacteriology-II 3+1 Drs. Mandeep Sharma,
Subhash Verma & Aneesh
Thakur
2. VMC-605 Systematic Animal Virology 3+1 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar &
Mandeep Sharma
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3. VMC-609 Techniques in Microbiology &
Immunology
0+3 Drs. Rajesh Chahota, Subhash
Verma & Mandeep Sharma
4. VMC-607 Vaccinology 2+0 Drs. Subhash Verma & Rajesh
Chahota
5. VMC-608 Diagnostics of Infectious
Diseases
1+2 Drs. Rajesh Chahota & Aneesh
Thakur
6. VMC-603 Veterinary Mycology 1+1 Drs. Rajesh Chahota, Mandeep
Sharma & Subhash Verma
7. VMC-691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar
Ph. D. Courses (Ist Semester)
1. VMC-701 Advances in Bacteriology 2+1 Drs. Mandeep Sharma,
Subhash Verma & Aneesh
Thakur
2. VMC-706 Advances in Virology 2+1 Drs. Mandeep Sharma &
Rajesh Chahota
3. VMC-712 Advances in Cellular
Immunology
2+1 Drs Subhash Verma &
Mandeep Sharma
4. VMC-714 Advances in Vaccinology 2+0 Drs. Rajesh Chahota &
Mandeep Sharma
5. VMC-791 Doctoral Seminar-I 1+0 Dr. Mandeep Sharma
Ph. D. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VMC-702 Advances in Mycology 2+1 Drs. Rajesh Chahota &
Mandeep Sharma
2. VMC-703 Bacterial Genetics 2+1 Drs. Subhash Verma &
Mandeep Sharma
3. VMC-704 Microbial Toxins 2+1 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar &
Mandeep Sharma
4. VMC-711 Molecular Immunology 2+1 Drs. Subhash Verma, Rajesh
Chahota & Mandeep Sharma
3. RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
I. Animal disease investigation work -P-5-Vety:-
During the year starting from July 2015 to June 2016, a total 0f 771 samples (629 animals
and 142 Humans) were screened. A total of 629 clinical samples from different species of
animals were microbiologically processed. Animal samples comprised of milk, pus, faecal swabs,
blood, cervical discharge, sputum, nasal swabs, vaginal swabs from aborted animals, ear swabs,
skin scrapings, eye swabs and urine etc. The microbes that accrued from the samples were
identified; confirmed biochemically and the drug sensitivity results were conveyed to the
concerned quarters.
Besides the animal samples, 142 samples from humans were also processed. Details are
shown in Table 1. Sample-wise details are shown in Table 2. Additionally, serum and tissue
samples were also tested for CCPP, sheep pox, goat pox, contagious ecthyma, chlamydiosis,
brucellosis, FMD and PPR. The details of samples tested for these diseases are given in the Table
3.
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The details of the samples processed from animals and humans are compiled as under:-
Table 1: Livestock species-wise morbid materials and human samples processed for
microbiological investigations
Month
Bovine Equ
ine
Cani
ne
Ovine/
Caprine
Poultry/
Rabbits
Monkey/
Leopard
Others
(aquatic
species)
Huma
n
Grand
Total
Jul. 15 47 - 07 03/03 03/0 - 02 12 77
Aug.15 31 - 08 06/09 - - 12 17 83
Sept.15 27 - 03 08/10 02/0 - 06 29 85
Oct. 15 21 - 06 06/05 02/0 - 04 07 51
Nov.15 16 - 07 10/04 08/0 - 02 09 56
Dec. 15 14 - 05 09/14 03/0 - 04 15 64
Jan.16 29 - 07 07/06 03/- - 05 05 62
Feb.16 17 - 09 02/04 02/- - 02 15 51
Mar.16 24 - 06 02/02 02/- - 04 07 47
April16 21 - 14 04/06 04/02 09 04 64
May16 23 - 07 03/03 02/0 07 10 55
Jun.16 35 - 04 04/08 01/0 12 12 76
Total 305 - 83 138 34 - 69 142 771
Table 2: Details of month-wise processed animal samples from different sources for
microbiological investigations
Month Milk Blood/
Pus
swab
Sputu
m
/Nasal
swabs
Cervical
Discharge
/Vaginal
swab
Urine/
Faecal
swab
Ear/
Eye
swab
Tiss
ues
Other
type of
sample
Seru
m
Total
Jul.15 21 02/0 0/03 01/0 03/0 02/0 06 02 06 46
Aug.15 24 02/02 0/03 05/0 02/01 03/02 09 12 03 68
Sep.15 19 02/03 0/06 03/0 05/0 03/02 09 12 04 68
Oct.15 13 02/0 0/02 02/0 04/0 02/02 03 04 03 37
Nov.15 12 01/01 0/02 01/0 03/0 02/02 04 05 04 37
Dec.15 11 02/03 0/06 04/01 03/03 02/04 08 06 05 58
Jan.16 12 02/01 01/03 02/0 04/02 02/02 14 02 04 51
Feb.16 14 01/01 0/03 02/0 04/02 02/0 12 08 06 55
Mar.16 18 04/03 0/02 01/0 0/0 01/01 04 03 03 40
Apr 16 27 05/02 0/03 02/01 02/0 03/05 04 03 03 60
May 16 24 03/0 0/02 0/0 02/0 02/02 02 04 04 45
Jun.16 32 03/0 0/03 0/0 01/0 02/02 05 12 04 64
Total 227 45 39 25 41 50 80 73 49 629
Table 3: Details of the serum and tissue samples tested for CCPP, sheep pox, goat pox,
contagious ecthyma, chlamydiosis, brucellosis, FMD and PPR
S.
No.
Place of
origin
Sou
rce
Sample Nos. Brucellosis
test results
Other
(PPR
)
CC
PP
Sheep
pox
FMD
RBP
T
SA
T
1.
StateVety.
Hospital,
Shimla,
H.P.
Capr
ine/
ovin
e
Serum 7 - - - +ve - -
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2.
StateVety.
Hospital,
Shimla,
H.P.
Capr
ine/
ovin
e
Nasal
swab+lung
2 - - - -ve - -
3.
StateVety.
Hospital,
Shimla,
H.P.
Capr
ine
Lung 1 - - - - - -
4.
Sperm
station,
Palampur,
HP
Hu
man
s
Serum 17 -ve - - - - -
5.
Vety
Hospital
Bijahri,
Hamirpur,
H.P.
Capr
ine
Nasal,
ocular,
rectal
swabs,
lung, oral
lesions
8 - - +ve - - -
6.
Disease
investigatio
n lab,
mandi,H.P.
Capr
ine
Swabs:Nas
al, skin
lesions,oral
lesion
9 - - +ve - - -
7.
Sperm
station ,
Palampur,
H.P.
Bovi
ne
Serum 2 -ve - - - - -
8.
StateVety.
Hospital,
Shimla,
H.P.
Bovi
ne
Whole
blood,
serum,
vascular
epithelium,
lesion
swabs
9 - - - - - +ve
9.
Disease
investigatio
n lab,
mandi,H.P
Capr
ine
Nasal,oral,
occular
swab,
vesicular
fluid,oral
lesions
8 - - - - +ve
5/8
-
10.
Disease
investigatio
n lab,
mandi,
Capr
ine
Swab, fluid 2 - - - - -ve -
11.
Jersey
farm,
Palampur
Bovi
ne
Serum 9 - - - - - 7 +ve
12.
University
livestock
farm,
Palampur,
Bovi
ne
Serum 11 - - - - - 1 +ve
TOTAL 85 - - 17 7 5 9
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Important microbial isolations:
• Pasteurella multocida was isolated from nasal swabs, lung and heart blood of sheepand
cattle.
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. coli, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella spp. and Streptococcus
spp. were isolated from faecal swabs of humans and animals.
• Brucella melitensis was isolated from blood sample of human, blood sample of bovine
and from milk sample of bovine.
• Streptococcus mitis was isolated from throat sample of human and Streptococcus canis
was isolated from faecal sample of canine.
• Listeria monocytogenes was isolated from vaginal swab of bovine. Aeromonas jandaei
and Aeromonas trota was isolated from fish.
• E. coli, Salmonella spp. and Proteus spp. were isolated from samples of poultry.
• Streptococcus spp., Pseudomonas spp. and Staphylococcus spp. were isolated from nasal
swabs of equine.
• E. coli, Proteus mirabilis, Enterococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., Staph. Aureus,
Pseudomonas aeruginosa was isolated from urine samples of human origin.
• Nocardia asteroides was isolated from pus sample of human.
II.Ad-hoc Research Projects in operation:-
S.
No.
Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget Year of
start
Duration
1. “All India Network
Programme on H.S.”
Dr. Mandeep
Sharma
ICAR Annual 2001 Continuing
2. Establishment of Diseases
Research Lab. at Palampur,
Sero-prevalence of
Brucellosis and establishment
of Small lab. Animal House
Dr. Mandeep
Sharma
State
Research
Scheme
-do-
1991
Continuous
Scheme
3. “Strengthening of animal
disease investigation
laboratory”.
Dr. Mandeep
Sharma
RKVY 75.00
lacs
2012 One Time
grant
4.
Collaborative center for
Veterinary Type Culture
Collection (VTCC) at
Palampur
Dr. Mandeep
Sharma
ICAR 5.00 lacs 2010 Continuous
Scheme
5.
Development of a live
attenuated vaccine against
Hemorrhagic septicemia
Dr. Subhash
Verma
DBT
12.32
lacs
2016
Continuing
6. Metagenomic analysis of
Pahari cattle rumen to identify
microbial flora involved in
low grade roughage
utilization
Dr. P. Dhar
ICAR 24.00
lacs
2016 Continuing
Research projects prepared/submitted and got approved for funding during the year-
Strengthening of Animal Disease Research Laboratory-III- RKVY- 64 lacs
Preparation of therapeutic phage cocktail for mastitis- RKVY-19.5 lacs
Association of BPV with EBH- DEST, HP- 14 lacs
Impact Of Climate Change On Emergence Of Vector-Borne Infectious Diseases And
Their Affects On Livestock Production Systems In Mid Hills And The Cold Arid
Regions Of Himachal Pradesh. Budget: 76.40 Lacs, NICRA.
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Summary of research findings during the year-
i. During the year starting from July 2015 to June 2016, a total of 629 clinical samples from
different species of animals were microbiologically processed. The microbes that accrued
from the samples were identified; confirmed biochemically and the drug sensitivity results
were conveyed to the concerned quarters. Besides the animal samples, 142samples from
humans were also processed. Additionally8 disease outbreaks were attended and alsoserum
and tissue samples were tested for chlamydiosis, brucellosis, PPR and other diseases. The
details are given in the Tables 1, 2, 3, 4.
ii. A total of 8isolates identified as P. multocida from 207 samples from different livestock.
Among these, all the isolates were confirmed at IVRI, Izatnagar for capsular serotyping.
iii. OmpA genes were amplified from the genomic DNA of 8 P. multocida isolates from the
livestock. Purified amplicons were sequenced and analyzed based on the available database
in NCBI. OmpA sequences representing distinct alleles were identified among the isolates.
Phylogenetic relationship among Pasteurella multocida was also conducted.
iv. BALB/c mice challenged with P. multocida serotype B:2 were randomly distributed into three
groups i.e. challenge group, vaccinated group and control group in equal numbers. Equal
number of animals from challenge, vaccinated and control groups were sacrificed at various
time points infection 9, 18 and 24 h. Lungs, spleen and liver tissues were collected from all
the animals. RNA isolation from all the tissues was done and cDNA was synthesized.
v. The time-course of release showed expression of cytokines and TLRs in lung, liver and spleen
tissues during early hours of infection. The relative fold change expression of cytokines and
toll-like receptors showed production of IL-4 and IL-10 higher than IFN-γ, IL-2 and TNF-α
in infected group as compared to mice in vaccinated group in lungs and liver tissues, but in
spleen, expression of IFN-γ, TNF-α and IL-10 was higher as compared to others. The cytokine
pattern seems to vary depending on the affected organ, or the infection route. Enhanced
expression of TLR2 and TLR4 was recorded as compared to other TLRs. TLR4-LPS induced
signalling resulted in proinflammatory response and TLR2-porins and lipoproteins induced
signalling resulted in anti-inflammatory response. Upregulated gene expression of both TLR4
and TLR2 in the infected organs may be IFN-γ and TNF-α dependent. These results suggested
the role of these cytokines in early immune response associated with Th2 response dominating
Th1 response against P. multocida infection. The pathogen-associated virulence factors
showed upregulation of iron aquisition gene HgbA and filamentous gene PfhA most prevalent
in P. multocida serotype B as compared to less prevalent SodC in all tissues.
vi. A total of 52 microbial isolates of bacteria and fungi responsible for various disease conditions
in animals have been submitted to VTCC and accession numbers for these isolates have been
assigned.
III. Post Graduate Students’ Research Work-
Masters Programme
SN Name Admission No Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Rucha Soman
V-2014-30-012 Dr. Rajesh
Chahota
‘Comparative virulence of
Chlamydia abortus and Chlamydia
psittaci species infecting ruminants’
2. Nirdeshika
Choudhary
V-2015-30-014 Dr. P. Dhar ‘Studies on common bacterial
infections of animals with emphasis
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Ph.D. completed
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements
S.
No.
Title of Research problem Salient Research Achievements
1. “Investigations on acidic serine
proteaseV2 (AprV2) of
Dichelobacter nodosus as a
potential vaccine candidate
against virulent foot rot”.
i. Expression of the AprV2 gene was achieved.
ii. Safety test was done using recombinant AprV2 as an
immunogen.
iii. Potency test was accomplished using specified doses of
the recombinant AprV2 and whole cell vaccine.
2. Cellular, immunological and
molecular responses against
Pasteurella multocida in calves
i. The protocol for the isolation of PBMCs from whole
blood and RNA extraction from the stimulated
PBMCs were standardised.
ii. The protocol for the cryopreservation of PBMCs was
standardised.
iii. The experimental study in calves to study the
humoral, cellular and molecular response against
intranasal challenge with P. multocidaand against
formalin killed alum adjuvant vaccine of P. multocida
(Raksha HS) is under progress. 3.
Comparative virulence of C.
psittaci and C.abortusspecies
infecting ruminants
i. Both species were phenotypically characterized for
their growth rate plaque forming ability
ii. Genetic characterization of C. abortus was achieved
by Multi-locus sequence typing (MLST).
iii. The comparative virulence of both species in cell
lines and mouse model was studied.
4. EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
I. Training/Clinical Camps and Exhibitions:
II. Radio/Television talks: Nil
III. TRAININGS/SYMPOSIUM/SEMINAR/MEETINGS ORGANIZED:
on Leptospirosis in Himachal
Pradesh’
3. Pratiksha
Srivastava
V-2015-30-015 Dr. Subhash
Verma
‘Evaluation of a candidate GNP-
AprV2 foot rot nanovaccine in mice’
S.
No.
Name Admission No Major advisor
Title of Research Problem
1. Aasim Wani V-2011-40-001 Dr. Mandeep
Sharma
“Investigations on acidic serine
proteaseV2 (AprV2) of
Dichelobacter nodosus as a potential
vaccine candidate against virulent
foot rot”
2. Shailja Katoch
V-2012-40-006
Dr. Mandeep
Sharma
“Cellular, immunological and
molecular responses against
Pasteurella multocida in calves”
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Celebration of International Day of Immunology, April 29th 2015: A half-day program was
organized by the Department on the occasion of International Day of Immunology on April,
29th, 2015 under the aegis of Indian Immunology Society (IIS).
IV. Disease outbreaks attended/investigated:
During the year 2015-16, the department has investigated/attended 08 outbreaks of animal
diseases in the state. The samples were investigated in details and the results were
communicated to the quarter concerned for the disease control and prevention.
The details of the disease outbreak are shown in the following Table.
5. PARTICIPATION IN SEMINARS /SYMPOSIA /CONFERENCES/ TRAININGS
(summer or winter school, workshops):-
I. TRAININGS/MEETINGS/SEMINARS/SYMPOSIA/WORKSHOPS
S. No. Date Title Name of
Participants
1. 13 to
14.03. 2015
SBS-ASM-ICAR Biosafety Awareness
Programme, ICAR-National Institute of High
Security Animal Diseases (ICAR-NIHSAD),
March 13-14, 2015, Bhopal, India
Dr Aneesh Thakur
2. 21.03.2015 Attended RDDL annual meeting at Shimla Dr. Aneesh Thakur
S.
No.
Place of outbreak Animal
species
involved
No. & types of
samples collected
Results or findings
1. Veterinary Hospital,
Bangana (Una),H.P.
Buffalo Kidney, Liver,
Spleen, tracheal
swab and heart
blood
Gram positive bacilli
was isolated from the
samples.
2. Polyclinic Chamba, H. P. Poultry
chicks
Lung, liver, heart,
intestine and
gizzard
Gram negative
coccobacilli isolated
from these samples.
3. Disease investigation lab.,
Mandi
Caprine Caprine samples Samples were positive
for goat pox
4. Veterinary Hospital Nurpur,
Kangra (H.P.)
Ovine Vaginal swab and
aborted fetus Listeria monocytogenes
was isolated from these
samples.
5. Veterinary Hospital,
Bijhari, Hamirpur, (H.P.)
Sheep and
goats
Tissues and nasal
swabs
Samples sent for PPR
diagnosis and were
positive for PPR
6. Veterinary Hospital,
Khundian (Kangra),H.P.
Bovine Heart blood Pasteurella multocida
was isolated from the
samples.
7. Veterinary Hospital,
Thural,(Kangra),H.P.
Bovine Nasal swabs and
pooled tissues Pasteurella multocida
was isolated from the
samples.
8. Veterinary Hospital,
Shahpur, Kangra (H.P.)
Bovine Tracheal swab and
pooled tissues Pasteurella multocida
was isolated from the
samples.
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3. 21 to
23.04.2015
Attended National Symposium on Modern
Agro-technologies for Nutritional Security and
Health (MANUSH) at Dr. Y.S. Parmar
University of Horticulture and Forestry, Solan,
H.P. and delivered a Lead lecture on “Animal
husbandry: A vital component of agriculture for
nutritional security”.
Dr. Mandeep Sharma
4. 18.09.2015 Attented Annual Review Meeting of VTCC at
New Delhi.
Dr. Mandeep Sharma
Dr. P. Dhar
5. 03.03.2016 Attended 2nd Annual
Review Meeting of AINP on Haemorrhagic
Septicaemia held at NASC, New Delhi
Dr. Mandeep Sharma
Dr. Subhash Verma
6. 06 to
12.02.2016
Attended a workshop at Mahidol-Oxford
Research Univet, Bangkok on working with
pathogen genomes
Dr. Aneesh Thakur
6. PUBLICATIONS:-
i. Scientific Publications:
1. Aasim Habib Wani, Mandeep Sharma, Richa Salwan, Geetanjali Singh, Rajesh Chahota
Mandeep Sharma, Subhash Verma (2016) Cloning, Expression, and Functional
Characterization of Serine Protease Aprv2 from Virulent Isolate Dichelobacter nodosus of
Indian Origin Appl Biochem Biotechnol DOI 10.1007/s12010-016-2117-5
2. A.H. Wani, S. Verma, Mandeep Sharma & S.A. Wani (2015) Infectious lameness among
migratory sheep and goats, with particular focus on anaerobes Rev. Sci. Tech. Off. Int.
Epiz., 2015, 34 (3)
3. Dogra, V., Verma, S., Singh, G., Wani, A. H., Chahota, R., Dhar, P.; Verma, L.and Sharma,
Mandeep (2015).Development of OMP based indirect ELISA to gauge the antibody titers
in bovines against Pasteurella multocida. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research : 16,(4)-
53 :350-356
4. S. Katoch, L. Verma, Mandeep Sharma, R. K. Asrani, S. Kumar, R. Chahota and Subhash
Verma (2015) Pathogenicity of Pasteurella multocida Capsular Type B in Rabbits J. Comp.
Path. Experimental Study (2015) 153:160-166
5. Rajesh Chahota, S. Gupta, B. Bhardwaj, P. Malik, S. Verma and Mandeep Sharma (2015)
Seroprevalence studies on animal chlamydiosis amongst ruminants in five states of India.
Vet. World 8(1):72-75.
6. Verma L., Sharma Mandeep, Katoch S., Kumar S., Dhar P., Chahota R. and Verma S.
(2015) Bact. Molecular and Antibiotic sensitivity profile of Pasteurella multocida from
bovine and rabbits. IVJ 92(3):38-41
ii. Abstracts published:
In Proceedings of Veterinary Immunology and Biotechnology Conference of ISVIB,
17-20 Dec, 2015 at NRCE, Hisar
Subhash Verma, Geetanjali Singh and Mandeep Sharma. Nano-immunobiologicals:
associated interference with standard cytotoxicity tests
R. Salwan, A. Thakur, Subhash Verma, S. Katoch, R Chahota, P Dhar,
Mandeep Sharma. Pasteurella multocida infection modulate inflammatory and
immunological responses in mice by altering the expression of virulent genes
P. Dhar, Mandeep Sharma, A. Thakur R K Asrani, R Chahota, Subhash Verma. Use of dot-
ELISA for detection of FAV-4 propagated in different cell cultures
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S. Katoch, Mandeep Sharma, A. Thakur, Subhash Verma. Comparison of humoral response
in calves following intranasal challenge with P. multocida B:2 and subcutaneous
vaccination with formalin killed alum adjuvant vaccine
iii. Presentations and Conferences:
1. Dr. Mandeep Sharma and Dr. Subhash Verma attended Veterinary Immunology and
Biotechnology Conference of ISVIB, 17-20 Dec, 2015 at NRCE, Hisar and Received ISVIB
Scientist Award.
2. Papers accepted for presentation in the 7h Conference of International Seabuckthorn
Association (ISA 2015) at New Delhi from Nov 24 to 26, 2015,
a. Mandeep Sharma, Akanksha Palial, Harshit Verma, Virender Singh and Rajesh Chahota
in-vitro and in-vivo microbiological studies revealed potential antimicrobial properties of
seabuckthorn (Hippophae L.).
iv. Extension Publication: Nil
7. VISITS ABROAD: -Dr. Aneesh Thakur attended a workshop at Mahidol-Oxford Research Univet, Bangkok on
working with pathogen genomes in Feb 2016.
8. AWARDS AND HONOURS:
Dr. Mandeep Sharma and Dr. Subhash Verma were awarded “ISVIB Scientist Award-
2015” by Indian Society for Veterinary Immunology and Biotechnology for their high
impact factor research publication.
Dr. Aneesh Thakur and Dr. Rajesh Chahota have been offered postdoctoral research
position in Denmark and USA, respectively.
9. SUCCESS STORIES:
Investigations on acidic serine proteaseV2 (AprV2) of Dichelobacter nodosus as a
potential vaccine candidate against virulent foot rot.
Cellular, immunological and molecular responses against Pasteurella multocida in
calves.
Comparative virulence of C. psittaci and C.abortusspecies infecting ruminants.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION
The department of Veterinary Parasitology started functioning since the establishment of
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in July, 1986 within the then combined department
of Microbiology, Pathology and Parasitology. The department of Veterinary Parasitology, as an
independent department, came into existence in 1991. Postgraduate programme was introduced
in the department in the year 1999. The main objective of the department is to impart teaching to
undergraduate and postgraduate students in the field of Veterinary Parasitology comprising the
field of Veterinary Helminthology, Veterinary Entomology & Acarology and Veterinary
Protozoology.
The research activities of the department have been mainly focused on the prevalence
studies on parasitic diseases of animals in different agro climatic zones of the state and on
development of herbal products as an alternative to chemical anthelmintics, anticoccidials and
ectoparasiticidals. Postgraduate research activities were designed as per the needs of the farmers
of the state.
The department has developed various diagnostic facilities for parasitic diseases which
help in providing routine diagnostic services to college clinics, university dairy farm, beside
others. Disease investigation laboratory of the department renders emergency services in field
conditions during disease outbreaks and provide its expertise in determining the etiology of
parasitic diseases and suggest its control measures.
Department is actively engaged in educating the livestock owners/farmers of the state for
prevention and control of parasitic diseases by way of delivering extension lectures in different
training programmes and giving consultancy services during clinical camps, outbreaks, Kisan
Melas.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduate
Courses offered
Following courses were offered to the Undergraduate Students, as per V.C.I. (M.S.V.E.,
Degree Course Regulation, 1993 and New VCI Curriculum, 2008) during the period of report.
S.No. Course No. Course Title Credit
Hours
Semester Instructors
First Semester
1. VPA -211 General Veterinary Parasitology &
Helminthology
4(3+1) I Dr.S.Mittra
Dr. R.K.Agnihotri
Second Semester
2. VPA-221 Entomology& Acarology 2(1+1) II Dr.S.Mittra
Dr. R.K.Agnihotri
3. VPA-222 Veterinary Protozoology 3(2+1) II Dr S. Mittra
Dr R.K. Agnihotri
4. VLD-421* Veterinary Lab. Diagnosis - I 2 (0+2) II Dr S. Mittra
5. Alternate Animal Use-Study circle
II Dr S. Mittra
*Courses offered jointly with other departments.
Internship Programme: Faculty of the department actively involved themselves for helping the
undergraduate students on different problems during their visit to the department, as one of the centre, for
compulsory internship programme of B.V.Sc. & A.H.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY PHARMACOLOGY AND
TOXICOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION
The discipline of Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology came into existence as one of
the constituents of the erstwhile Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the time of the
inception of the College in July, 1986. The discipline gained the status of an independent
Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology w.e.f. July 1st, 1991 becoming one of the core
subjects in the Veterinary profession.
The Department attained the status of Postgraduate Department with the start of PG
program leading to M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology w.e.f. July 1996–97.
Since then 29 students have passed out with M.V.Sc. degree.
It is evident from this 25th Annual Report that the Department is making steady progress
since its establishment in 1991. However, there is shortage of teaching and technical supporting
staff. In order to meet the future challenges and as per VCI recommendations, the faculty and
technically trained supporting staff need to be provided.
2. TEACHING
Under Graduate Courses
Semester I
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Credit
Hours
Instructors
1. VPT-311 General and Systemic
Veterinary Pharmacology
2+1 Dr. Dinesh Sharma,
Dr. B.G.Mane
2. VPT-411 Veterinary Chemotherapy 2+0 Dr. Dinesh Sharma,
Dr. R.D.Patil
3. Tracking
programme
Drug Designing 2+0 Dr. Dinesh Sharma
Semester II
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Credit
Hours
Instructors
1. VPT- 321 Veterinary Neuropharmacology 2+1 Dr. Dinesh Sharma
2. VPT-421 Veterinary Toxicology 2+0 Dr. Dinesh sharma
3. VLD-421 Veterinary Clinical Biochemistry
and Laboratory Diagnosis-II
0+1 Dr. Dinesh sharma
Post Graduate Courses : Nil
3. RESEARCH
Postgraduate Research
- On Going Masters Programme: NIL
- On Going Doctoral Programme: NIL
a) Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements: NIL.
b) Research Projects in Progress: NIL
c) Summary of research finding during the year: NIL
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4. Scientific Publications and Presentations
Paper Published/Accepted:
1. Tamanna Tandon ,C. Varshneya and D.K. Sharma “Pharmacokinetics of amoxicillin
following intravenous administration in calves’’ Indian Veterinary journal 93(6):40-42
(2016)
2. Sharma D.K, Chauhan S., R.D.Patil, Varshneya C.’’Antiulcer and antioxidant activity of
ethanolic extract of seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) pulp in rats” Indian Veterinary
journal .93(4):77-78 (2016)
3. Tamanna tandon ,C. varshneya, D.K. Sharma, P.Bhardwaj and Kanika “Pharmacokinetics
of amoxicillin following oral administration in calves’’“Journal of veterinary
pharmacology and Toxicology,14(2): 18-20 (2015)
4. D.K. Sharma and C. varshneya “Antinociceptive activity of methanolic extract of
seabuckthorn( hippophae rhamnoides) pulp in male wistar rats’’“Journal of veterinary
pharmacology and Toxicology,14(2): 45-47 (2015)
Papers presented/accepted in National and International Conferences:
1 D.K Sharma & C.Varshneya “Antinociceptive activity of methanolic extract of
seabuckthorn pulp in male wistar rats”(poster presentation)in 3rd Biennial National
conference of Indian academy of veterinary nutrition and animal welfare held at
CSKHPKV on Nov 4-5, 2015
5. EXTENSION
a) Training/Clinical Camps and Exhibitions: Nil
b) Extension Publication- Nil
6. Participation in workshop/ Conferences, Trainings etc.
S.
No.
Date/Venue Title Participants
1. 4-5 Nov., 2015,
CSKHPKV,Palampur
3rd Biennial National Conference of
IAVNAW.
Dr.Dinesh sharma
2 DGCNCOVAS
palampur May 19-20
2016.
Seminar on “Agriculture research
and technical terminology”
organized by commission for
scientific and technical
terminology,MHRD,GOI
Dr.Dinesh sharma
3 DGCNCOVAS
palampur April 27-30
2016.
Training programme on “Zero
budget farming”
Dr.Dinesh sharma
7. Name of faculty members who has brought laurels to the University in the form of
Awards and Honors
Dr. Dinesh Sharma recieved Best Poster award (IInd) in 3rd Biennial National
conference of Indian academy of veterinary nutrition and animal welfare held at
CSKHPKV on Nov 4-5, 2015
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION
The department of Veterinary Pathology came into being as independent Department, in
July 1991, as one of the constituent departments of the Dr. G. C. College of Veterinary and Animal
Sciences. Prior to this it was one of the components of the then Department of Veterinary
Microbiology, Pathology and Parasitology established in July 1986 with the formation of the
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, HPKV, Palampur. Pathology is one of the core
disciplines in the Veterinary Medical Profession.
With the start of M. V. Sc from academic year 1996-97 it attained the status of Post
Graduate Department. Besides undergraduate B.V.Sc & A.H. courses, as per VCI regulation,
department have been offering Post Graduate courses to M.V.Sc & Ph. D. students. A significant
time of the faculty and supporting staff is contributed towards Post-mortem and disease
investigation services rendered by the Department in addition to the teaching, Research &
Extension-cum-consultancy activities.
The Department is having an International Continuing Education Project in the form of
INDEPENDENT STUDY CENTRE (ISC) of Charles Louis Davis DVM Foundation of USA
since July 2006. The Foundation is a donative publicly supported charity of USA for the
International Advancement of Education in Veterinary and Comparative Pathology. The
foundation has designated Prof. Vipan K. Gupta as its Director/Principal Investigator of the
Independent Study Centre and made him its Officer Representative in India. ISC have been
stocked with 208 titles (DVD/CD) on pathology of diverse species of Animals for viewing by
students & faculty besides authorized visitor.
2.TEACHING
Undergraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1 VPP-211 General Veterinary Pathology 1+1 Dr R D Patil, Dr V K Gupta
2 VPP-311 Special Veterinary Pathology 2+1 Dr R K Asrani, Dr R D Patil
Dr V K Gupta
3 VMD-512 Zoo/Wild Animal Breeding,
Management, Nutrition and Health
care
1+1 Dr V K Gupta
4 VMD-513 Pet Animal Breeding, Management,
Nutrition and Health care
1+1 Dr RK Asrani
5 VLD-411 Veterinary Clinical Biochemistry &
Laboratory Diagnosis-I
0+1 Dr R D Patil
6 Study circle Diagnostic Study Circle NC Dr R K Asrani
7 Tracking
Programme
Fish diseases NC Dr R D Patil
8 VPT-411 Veterinary Chemotherapy 2+0 Dr R D Patil
9 Entrepreneurial
Training
Fish Production NC Dr R D Patil
10 NCC NCC NC Dr R D Patil
2nd Semester
1 VPP-221 Systemic Veterinary Pathology 2+1 Dr R K Asrani, Dr R D Patil
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Dr V K Gupta
2 VPP-321 Avian Pathology 1+1 Dr V K Gupta , Dr R D Patil
3 VPP-322 Aquatic Animal Diseases, Health
care and Management
1+1 Dr R D Patil
4 VLD-421 Veterinary Clinical Biochemistry &
Laboratory Diagnosis-II
0+1 Dr R D Patil
5 Study circle Diagnostic Study Circle NC Dr R K Asrani
6 Tracking
Programme
Fish diseases NC Dr R D Patil
7 NCC NCC NC Dr R D Patil
Postgraduate Courses:
S. No. Course No. Course Title Cr. Hrs. Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1 VPP-601 General Pathology 2+1 Dr R D Patil, Dr V K Gupta
2 VPP-602 Techniques in Pathology 1+1 Dr R D Patil, Dr R K Asrani
Dr V K Gupta
3 VPP-603 Animal Oncology 1+1 Dr V K Gupta, Dr R K Asrani
Dr R D Patil
4 VPP-605 Necropsy Procedures and
Interpretations-I
0+1 Dr R K Asrani, Dr V K Gupta
Dr R D Patil
5 VPP-608 Pathology of Infectious
Diseases of Domestic
Animals
2+1 Dr R K Asrani, Dr R D Patil
6 VPP-699 Master’s Research 1-18 Dr V K Gupta, Dr R K Asrani
Dr R D Patil
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1 VPP-602 Techniques in Pathology 1+1 Dr R K Asrani, Dr R D Patil
Dr V K Gupta
2 VPP-604 Clinical Pathology 1+2 Dr R D Patil, Dr V K Gupta
Dr R K Asrani
3 VPP-606 Necropsy Procedures and
Interpretations-II
0+1 Dr V K Gupta, Dr R D Patil
Dr R K Asrani
4 VPP-607 Systemic Pathology 2+1 Dr R K Asrani, Dr R D Patil
5 VPP-610 Avian Pathology 2+1 Dr V K Gupta, Dr R K Asrani
6 VPP-612 Veterolegal Pathology 1+0 Dr R D Patil
7 VPP-691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Dr V K Gupta
8 VPP-699 Master’s Research 1-18 Dr V K Gupta, Dr R K Asrani
Dr R D Patil
Continuing Education in Veterinary Pathology (Teaching Project)
Project PI Funding Purpose Period
International
Continuing
Education project
as ‘Independent
Study Centre’
(ISC) of CL Davis
DVM Foundation
Dr V K
Gupta as
PI
/Director
Funded by CL Davis
DVM Foundation USA
By Providing free of
cost educational
material in the form of
copyrighted DVD/CDs
each costing approx.
US$100
ISC stocked with 208
DVD/CD containing
educational Material
on diseases of diverse
species of Animals
world over for
viewing by students,
faculty and
authorized visitors.
Since June
2006
(a
continuing
project)
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Educational/Sports Tour:
Dr V K Gupta, as Faculty Incharge, took the UG & PG students of COVAS to Mountaineering
& Tracking trip to ‘Thomsar Pass’ (4750 meters from MSL) from 1/10/2015 to 4/10/2015
Dr. R D Patil as a course In-charge (VPP-322), organized and conducted one-day educational tour
for 42 (17 boys & 25 girls) 3rd Year B.V.Sc. & A.H students at Govt. Trout Breeding Farm,
Patlikuhal, District- Kullu (Himachal Pradesh) on 08-04-2016.
Dr. R D Patil as a Team Manager, accompanied the Volleyball (men) Team of 12 students of
CSKHPKV for the North Zone Inter University Volleyball Tournament held at ‘Guru Govind
Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi from 15th to 20th October, 2015.
3.RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements of thesis completed
S.
No.
Title of Research
Problem
Salient Research Achievements
1 Effect of combination
of plants based extract
against fowl typhoid in
quail thesis submitted
by Ankit Karol
The effects of combination of plants based aqueous extract (0-20
ml/liter of drinking water) were studied on various parameters such
as growth, mortality, clinical signs, serum biochemicals,
pathological and scanning electron microscopic changes in Japanese
quail during experimental Salmonella Gallinarum infection. The leaf
extract at the rate of 15 ml/lit was found to be beneficial and having
hepatoprotective activity against salmonellosis.
b. Research Projects in Progress: Three
S.
No.
Title of
Project
P I Funding
Agency
Budget
Year of
Start
Duration
1 Live stock, Poultry, Fish &
Wild Life Disease
Investigation- A Departmental
Project
Dr V K
Gupta
Department
funded
Nil 1991 Continuous
2 All India Network Program on
Neonatal Mortality in farm
animals (AINP-NM-Cattle)
Dr V K
Gupta
ICAR-308-
37
94 Lacs 2013
(Impleme
nted on
25.2.2015)
2017
3 Outreach Program on Ethno
Veterinary Medicine
Dr R K
Asrani
ICAR-214-
37
58.6
Lacs
2012 2017
S.
No
Name of the
student
Admission
No. Major
advisor
Title of Research Problem
1. Nitika Thakur V-14-30-004 Dr. R. D.
Patil
Studies on the effect of Cannabis sativa
against Datura stramonium-induced
toxicity in rats
2. Shalini Thakur V-14-30-005 Dr. R. K.
Asrani
Studies on the effects of plant based
extract against Escherichia coli infection
in broilers
3. Stephanie S.
Pradhan
V-14-30-006 Dr. V. K.
Gupta
Pathology of respiratory diseases in
bovine calves
4. Vishal Thakur V-14-30-007 Dr. V. K.
Gupta
Pathology of gastrointestinal affections
in bovine calves
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c. Summary of research finding during the year
1. Live stock, Poultry, Fish & Wild Life Disease Investigation- A Departmental Project:
Necropsy Investigations: During the year a total 5185 necropsies were investigated including 56
cattle, 1 horse, 14 goats, 2 sheep, 2 dogs, 4 rabbits, 3 fish, 5034 poultry, 66 laboratory animals
(rats/mice) and 3 wild animals.
Some of the important disease conditions recorded in different species of animals are:
Cattle: Foot and Mouth disease, Haemonchosis, Tuberculosis, Verminous pneumonia,
Acute/Chronic catarrhal enteritis, Pulmonary edema, Malnutrition due to hypoproteinaemia,
Parasitic enteritis, Fibrino-purulent pneumonia, Abomasitis, Pneumoenteritis, Splenic rupture,
Ascites, Hyadatidosis, Amphistomiasis, Chronic interstitial pneumonia etc.
Horse: Intestinal obstruction due toenterolithiasis.
Sheep and Goats: Pulmonary edema, Catarrhal enteritis, Tapeworm infection, Pneumo-enteritis,
Asphyxia, Gastroenteritis, Purulent Pneumonia, Hypoproteinemia etc.
Canine: Ascariasis and Haemorrhagic enteritis.
Rabbit: Pasteurellosis, catarrhal enteritis etc.
Fish: Haemorrhagic oophoritis and Gill necrosis.
Poultry: Infectious Bursal disease, Newcastle disease,Marek’s disease,Ascariasis, Omphalitis,
Necrotic enteritis, Egg peritonitis, Coligranuloma, Coccidiosis (Cecal and/or intestinal),
Parasitic/haemorrhagic enteritis, Aspergillosis, Air-sacculitis, Salmonellosis, Lymphoid leucosis,
Catarrhal enteritis, Colisepticemia, Nephropathy, Visceral gout, cannibalism (vent pecking),
Ascites, Peritonitis, Liver rupture, E. coli Salpingitis, Necrotic typhlitis, Granulomatous
pneumonia, Cold stress, Megacolon etc.
Wild animals: Proliferative prostitis with external wound injury in a monkey and Pneumopathy
with intestinal obstruction in a leopard and sepsis due to falling injury in a sambhar.
Biopsy, autopsy and clinico-pathological investigation: besides attending to livestock disease
out breaks, the clinico-pathological examination of autopsy, biopsy and clinical samples including
blood, urine, and aspiration fluid were also investigated. A total of 07 autopsy, 30 biopsy and 16
clinical samples received in the department were subjected to histopathological/cytological
investigations during the current year and the findings were conveyed to the quarter concerned.
Disease outbreaks in the field: Specialists from the department made active contribution in
attending to disease outbreaks in the state through participation in the Disease Investigation team
and/or providing histopathology support for final diagnosis on autopsy material and biopsy
samples. The following outbreaks were attended by the faculty of the department:
Dr. R D Patil investigated a disease outbreak of severe endoparasitism among the affected
sheep/goats from Bir areas, Distt. Kangra brought in the Clinics of DGCN COVAS, Palampur
on 19-09-2015 and the immediate treatment measures were suggested for the affected
population.
Dr. R D Patil attended a disease outbreak of Haemorrhagic septicaemia due to Pasteurella
multocida capsular type B:2 among the buffaloes in Village Challah, Tehsil Palampur, Distt.
Kangra on 14.12.2015. Accordingly, the treatment and control measures were suggested on
the spot.
Dr.VK Gupta attended an outbreak of disease among backyard poultry brought from Lohardi
Veterinary Hospital Area (Th: Multan, Kangra) to the department on 27/6/2016. The mortality
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among birds across all age groups revealed to be due to Ranikhet (NCD) disease and the
disease was confirmed through Poultry disease diagnostic laboratory of Venketeshwara
Hatcheries.
2. All India Network Program on Neonatal Mortality in farm animals (AINP-NM-Cattle)
Epidemiological information for the last four years collected and analyzed from two
organized farms and individual farmers revealed that:
o Farm –A: The proportion of mortality up to neonatal age was 15.4%, 1 to 3 months
was 10.7% and above 3 months was 73.9%.
o Farm-B: The proportion of mortality up to neonatal age was 9.3%, 1 to 3 months
was 18.8% and above 3 months was 71.9%.
o The 82 farmers visited from districts of Bilaspur and Kangra (HP) revealed that
they are maintaining only female claves where ecto and endo parasites remained
the main cause of morbidity.
Necropsy investigation were carried out on 36 bovine claves
Necropsy investigations of claves revealed enteritis mainly associated with E. coli,
bronchopneumonia associated with Streptococcus sp, Staphyloccocus sp besides
histopthological observations suggesting BovRSV/ BovPI-3 virus involvement.
The investigation on samples drawn from live animals (205) including clinical cases (77)
revealed involvement of E coli and Rota virus in cases of diarrhea and Streptococcus sp,
Staphyloccocus sp in respiratory affections.
Antibiogram of samples drawn from clinical cases and necropsy revealed cloxacillin as
the most resistant drug while Amoxycillin, Ciprofloxacillin and Gentamycin were most
sensitive drugs.
2. Outreach Program on Ethno Veterinary Medicine
Field surveys were conducted under Outreach Program on Ethno Veterinary Medicinein
different places of Chamba district and information pertaining to ethnomedicinal plants was
collected from local people and traditional healers.Forty plants were documented and their
specimens were submitted to CSIR, IHBT, Palampur for identification.
A serotype of E. coli (O119) was isolated from outbreak in local poultry farm which was
confirmed from its serotyping from CRI, Kasauli (H.P.). Plant extracts prepared in various
solvents were screened for their antimicrobial activities. Extracts of the plant samples were
prepared in hexane, chloroform, ethanol, methanol and water (concentration 100 mg/ml DMSO).
The antibacterial activity of these extracts was determined against E. coli (O119), Salmonella
Gallinarum and Salmonella typhimurium by disc diffusion method. Methanolic extract as well as
essential oil of Artemisiasp. showed promising antimicrobial activities against E. coli (O119), S.
Gallinarum and S. typhimurium. Preliminary phytochemical screening of methanolic extract of
Artemisia sp. was done. Methanolic extract of Artemisiasp. were found to be rich in various
phytoconstituents such as glycosides, flavonoids, phenols, saponins, anthraquinones and sterols.
Quantitative analysis of phytochemicals viz., total phenols and total flavanols in methanolic
extract of Artemisia sp. was also done.Total phenol content value for methanolic extract of
Artemisia sp. was 30.04 mg gallic acid equivalents/g extract. Total flavanol content value for
methanolic extract of Artemisia sp. was 2.96 mg rutin equivalents/g extract.
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The methanolic extract of Artemisia sp. was subjected to column chromatography for isolation
of bioactive compounds and their identification was done further by thin layer chromatography.
Column chromatography was done on activated silica gel (mesh 60-200). Initially the column
was eluted with hexane followed by binary mixture of solvents of increasing polarity in the order
Hexane : Ethyl acetate (75:25), Hexane : Ethyl acetate (50:50), Hexane : Ethyl acetate (25:75),
Hexane : Ethyl acetate (0:100), Ethyl acetate : Methanol (75:25), Ethyl acetate : Methanol (50:50),
Ethyl acetate : Methanol (25:75), Ethyl acetate : Methanol (0:100). Total 44 fractions were eluted
with eluate volume 20 ml each. The fractions were pooled together on the basis of similarities in
their color. The fractions were checked by thin layer chromatography for the identification of
bioactive compounds by comparing with authentic standards. Some of the fractions were positive
for quercetin (RF = 0.14), catechol (RF = 0.81), rutin, (RF = 0.78), p-coumaric acid (RF = 0.69) and
chlorogenic acid (Rf = 0.83). The fractions were also subjected to the determination of in vitro
antibacterial activities against E. coli (O119). Fraction No(s). 10-11, 17, 18-20, 21-25, 27-29, 30-
31, 32-33, 36-37, 38-40 and 42-44 showed positive results.
D. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i).Publications 1. Katoch S, Sharma M, Verma LK, Asrani RK, Kumar S, Chahota R and Verma S
(2015).Experimental study of pathogenicity in rabbits following intranasal exposure to
Pasteurella multocida capsular type B. Journal of Comparative Pathology, 153(2-3):67-196.
2. Patial V, Asrani, RK, Patil RD, Kumar N and Sharma R (2015). Protective effect of
Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) leaves on ochratoxin-A induced hepatic injury in
Japanese quail. Veterinary Research International, 3(4): 98-108.
3. Sharma DK, Chauhan S, Patil RD and Varshneya C (2016). Antiulcer and antioxidant activity
of ethanolic extract of Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) pulp in rats. Indian Veterinary
Journal, 93(04):77-78.
4. Thakur M, Asrani RK, Thakur S, Sharma PK, Patil RD, Lal B and Parkash O (2016).
Observations on traditional usage of ethnomedicinal plants in humans and animals of Kangra
and Chamba districts of Himachal Pradesh in North-Western Himalaya, India. Journal of
Ethnopharmacology, 191:280-300.
5. V K Gupta (2015) ‘An Update on Forensic Veterinary Pathology’ Souvenir cum Lead papers,
P245-249 of Veterinary Pathology Congress-2015 held at Veterinary College, Gannavaram
(AP) from Dec 3-5, 2015
6. Bhat MA, Varshneya C, Patil RD, Bhardwaj P and Sharma D (2015). Target organ toxicity
by nanoparticles- A Short Review. American Journal of Pharmtech Research, 5(5):142-49
ii).Presentations 1. Lead paper presented by Dr V K Gupta on‘An Update on Forensic Veterinary
Pathology’during Veterinary Pathology Congress-2015 (XXXII Annual Conference of Indian
Association of Veterinary Pathologists and 6th Annual Meeting of Indian College of
Veterinary Pathologists, held at NTR College of Veterinary Science, Gannavaram (AP).
2. Invited lecture delivered by Dr R K Asrani on the topic, “Current trends on Ethno-veterinary
Medicine” during one day South Zonal Seminar on ‘Contemporary Veterinary Issues in
Himachal Pradesh”organized by Himachal Pradesh State Veterinary Council at Dr. G. C. Negi
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya,
Palampur (HP) on 01-05-2016.
3. Thakur M, Asrani RK, Sharma PK, Patil RD, Lal B and Parkash O (2016). Research paper
entitled “Traditional Usage of Ethno-Medicinal Plants of Kangra and Chamba Districts of
Himachal Pradesh, India” presented (PP-A28) in the 3rd International Congress of Society for
Ethno-Pharmacology (SFEC) held at Raipur, Chhattisgarh on 19-21February, 2016. Abstracts
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of the SFEC-2016, Journal of Ravishankar University:Part-B (Science), Special Issue Vol
29(1):129.
4. Parimoo HA, Sharma R and Patil RD (2016). Comparative hepatoprotective effects of Ginkgo
biloba, Berberis lyceum, Tinospora cordifolia and Hippophae salicifolia against Lantadenes-
induced sub-acute toxicity in Guinea pigs. IBID. Journal of Ravishankar University:Part-B
(Science), Special Issue Vol 29(1):81.
5. Sharma A, Patil RD and Katoch S (2016). An investigation of an unusual outbreak of
haemorrhagic septicaemia in buffaloes of Palam valley of Himachal Pradesh. 34th Annual
Convention of ISVM and National Symposium (ISVM 2016) organized by Department of
Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Science, GADVASU, Ludhiana-141004 (Punjab)
from February 17-19, 2016. Compendium of Abstracts, 1.O.34, pp-14.
6. Kumar R, Sharma R, Patil RD, Mal G, Kumar P, Singh B and Kumar A (2015).
Toxicopathological effects of sub-chronic exposure to lantadenes of L. camara in guinea pigs.
32nd Annual Conference of IAVP and National Symposium on Challenges and Advances in
Disease Diagnosis of Livestock, Poultry and Fish: Redefining the role of Veterinary
Pathologists held at NTR College of Veterinary Science, Gannavaram, A.P. from Dec 3-5,
2015 pp. 295.
7. Kumar R, Sharma R, Patil RD and Patial V (2015). Effect of orally administered sub-chronic
toxic dose of lantadenes on haematological parameters in guinea pigs. Ibid. pp. 296.
8. Sharma R, Kumar R, Mal, G, Patil RD, Kumar, P and Singh B (2016). Profiling of lantadenes
of L. camara weed from different districts of Himachal Pradesh and its correlation with
lantana toxicity in grazing animals. International Conference on Science: Emerging Scenario
and Future Challenges held from June 11-12, 2016 at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. pp 75.
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin
1. Asrani RK, Patial V and Thakur M. 2015. Ochratoxin A: Possible mechanisms of toxicity. In:
Ochratoxins: Biosynthesis, detection and toxicity, (Ed), Daniel Porter, Nova Publishers, Inc
NY, USA, pp-57-90.
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication: Nil
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast:
Prof V K Gupta, participated in Door-Darshan Shimla Live Telecast program on ‘Animal health
problems and their control’ on 27/11/2015
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES, TRAININGSETC.
a) Trainings:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of
Participants
1. October
12-15,
2015
‘12th International OECD Training Course for GLP
Inspectors’, organized & sponsored by OECD and
NGCMA, Dept. of Science & Technology Govt. of India,
held at Hyderabad
Dr V K
Gupta
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of
Participants
1. Dec 3-5,
2015.
Veterinary Pathology Congress-2015 (XXXII Annual
Conference of Indian Association of Veterinary
Pathologists and 6th Annual Meeting of Indian College
Dr V K Gupta
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of Veterinary Pathologists, held at NTR College of
Veterinary Science, Gannavaram (AP). And presented
an invited lead paper on ‘An Update on Forensic
Veterinary Pathology’
2. October
13-14,
2015.
Two days workshop cum brainstorming session on
“Current Status and Future Prospectus of Animal
Production System in North Western Himalayan Region”
organized by ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute,
Regional Station, Palampur (HP).
Dr. R. D. Patil
3. Novemb
er 4-5,
2015.
3rd Biennial National Conference of Indian Academy of
Veterinary Nutrition and Animal Welfare (IAVNAW)
organized by Department of Animal Nutrition, Dr. G. C.
Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK
Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur
(HP) in collaboration with IGFRI, Centre and IVRI -
Regional Station, Palmapur.
Dr. R. D. Patil
4. Februar
y 19-21,
2016.
3rd International Congress of Society for Ethno-
pharmacology (SFEC) on the theme of “Ethno-
pharmacology and Evaluation of Medicinal Plants -
Global Perspectives” organized under the joint auspices
‘National Center for Natural Resources’, Pt. Ravishankar
Shukla University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh and ‘India
Society for Ethno-pharmacology’, Kolkata, India at
Raipur, Chhattisgarh (CG).
Dr. R. D. Patil
5. April
27-30,
2016.
Four days workshop on ‘Zero Budget Farming’ organized
by CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya,
Palampur (HP).
Dr. V. K. Gupta
Dr. R. K. Asrani
Dr. R. D. Patil
6. May
01,
2016.
One day South Zonal Seminar on ‘Contemporary
Veterinary Issues in Himachal Pradesh”organized by
Himachal Pradesh State Veterinary Council at Dr. G. C.
Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK
Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur
(HP).
Dr. V. K. Gupta
Dr. R. K. Asrani
Dr. R. D. Patil
7. May
19-20,
2016.
Two days seminar on ‘Agricultural Research and
Technical Terminology’organized by ‘Commission for
Scientific and Technical Terminology’, Ministry of
Human Resource Development (Department of Higher
Education), Government of India at Dr. G. C. Negi
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK
Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur
(HP).
Dr. R. D. Patil
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED
Trainings:
Dr. R D Patil provided training on ‘Common laboratory procedures related to blood examination
in ailing animals” during the training programme (Period: 12 to 28, January 2016) to 36
Constables of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Palampur at 2-5 PM on 21/01/2016.
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7. HONOURS AND AWARDS 1. Prof V K Gupta was upgraded to Fellow Inspector in April 2016, by NGCMA, Govt. of
India, for inspection leading to Certification of Test Facilities for safety studies for GLP
compliance.
2. Prof V K Gupta was Chairman of Examination Committee of Indian College of Veterinary
pathologists (ICVP) for the conduct of National Level Board Certification examination
for Veterinary Pathologists in India leading to Diplomate of ICVP (2015-16)
3. Prof V K Gupta got Scientist Award-2015 by Indian Society for Veterinary Immunology
& Biotechnology- for publication of best research article entitled ‘Emerging capripox
virus disease out outbreaks in Himachal Pradesh, a Nothen state of India’.
8. MISCELLANEOUS
Dr. R. K. Asrani worked as Co-Coordinator, Veterinary Pharmacist examinations and a
Member of Committee for critical review of the draft on ‘Veterinary Pharmacist’s Syllabus and
Examination System’.
Dr. R D Patil as a NCC caretaker successfully organized and celebrated ‘2nd International
Day of Yoga’ at Dr. G. C. Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences playground, CSK
HPKV, Palampur as a ‘Central Yoga Training Venue’ designated by Officer Commanding, 5HP
(I) COY NCC Unit, Dharamsala on 21st June, 2016.
VETERINARY PUBLIC HEALTH & EPIDEMIOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION
The department of Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology was established as an
independent department in the year 1991. Consequent upon the implementation of Veterinary
Council of India (VCI) Regulation, 1993 (minimum standards of veterinary education
curriculum) the department was renamed as the department of Veterinary Public Health in 1996.
Following the implementation of revised (VCI) regulation 2008, Veterinary Epidemiology was
merged with the department and the discipline has been named as Veterinary Public Health and
Epidemiology. The department attained the status of post graduate department in 2007 with the
start of M.V.Sc. programme.
This department has facilities for the microbiological evaluation of foods of animal origin,
drinking water and studies of some important zoonotic diseases. The facilities for detection of
common adulterants in milk and milk products have also been created. The department is also
working on various aspects of organic farming and quality control of organic produce from public
health point of view. The department has prepared e-learning study materials on Veterinary
Epidemiology & Zoonoses.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. VPE-311 Milk and Meat Hygiene, Food
Safety and Public Health
2+1 Dr.A.K.Panda, Dr. S.D.Thakur
Dr.S.K.Khurana
2. VPE-511 Environment and
Environmental Hygiene
2+1 Dr.A.K.Panda, Dr. S.D.Thakur
Dr.S.K.Khurana
2nd Semester
1. VPE-321 Veterinary Epidemiology and
Zoonoses
2+1 Dr. S.D. Thakur, Dr. S.K.Khurana
and Dr. A.K.Panda
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2. LPM-361 Livestock Production and
Management
2+1 Dr. S.D. Thakur, Dr. A.K.Panda
3. AMT-121 Animal Dairy Science 1+1 Dr. S.K.Khurana, Dr. P.Dhar
Postgraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VPH-699 Master’s Research 18 Dr. S.K.Khurana
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VPH-699 Master’s Research 02 Dr. S.K.Khurana
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
Ongoing Doctoral Programme: Nil
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements: Nil
b. Research Projects in Progress:
S.
No.
Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget Year
of start
Duration
1. AICRP-Goat Improvement
(Gaddi Field Unit) Deptt.
Of LPM
Co-PI
Dr. A.K.Panda
Dr.
S.D.Thakur
ICAR 19.93 lac
for the
year 2014-
2015
2009 Extended
till date
c. Summary of research finding during the year
Departmental research was mainly carried on quality assessment of air, water and food of animals
origins collected from different markets and households of Palampur and nearby areas. The
following salient findings were observed.
1. Microbiological assessment of 60 water samples from different sources of water in and
around Palampur. A total of 31 (51.66%) tested water samples were found potable.
2. Microbiological assessment of 28 air samples from different areas in and around
Palampur. A total of 15 (53.57%) tested air samples were contaminated.
3. Microbial quality assessment of 28 milk and milk products were assessed from market
and other samples in and around Palampur and 17 (60.71%) were found to be satisfactory.
In 8 (28.57%) samples coliforms were detected.
4. Microbiological assessment and isolation of food pathogens from 22 raw milk, 8 raw
chicken, 8 raw chevon and 6 cooked meat samples. The isolated microorganisms included
Salmonella spp., Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp. from raw milk and meat
samples and only Staphylococcus spp. from cooked meat samples.
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission
No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Ishan Kashyap V-2014-
30-008
Dr. S.K.Khurana Detection of Buffalo species in meat and
meat products employing serological and
DNA based techniques.
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5. A total of 40 fecal samples of stray animals 18 bovine, 12 dog, 4 equine and 6 ovine were
processed for parasitic contamination of the environment and of zoonotic importance and
only one sample of Ovine and Equine were found with parasitic eggs.
6. 8 animal food products and 4 cervical samples were analysed for microbiological
contamination.
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
i. Kumari Richa, Punam, Panda, A.K. and Atul (2015) Agnihotra Effect on Microbial
Contamination of Air, The Bioscan 10 (2): p.667-669.
ii. Shalmali, A. K. Panda, R. Chahota (2012) Seroprevalence of Brucellosis in occupationally
exposed human beings of Himachal Pradesh. Journal of Communicable Diseases, 44(2):91-
95.
iii. Ahmadi SA, Panda AK, Shalmali, Kumar Y, Brahmne HG. 2012. Prevalence of Escherichia
coli and Salmonella spp. in ready-to-eat meat and meat products in Himachal Pradesh.
Journal of Communicable Diseases, 44(2):71-7.
iv. Lakhanpal Priyanka, Panda AK, Thakur SD. 2016. Low prevalence of Listeria
monocytogenes in ready to eat foods of animal origin from various tourist destinations of
Himachal Pradesh, Indian Journal of Communicable Diseases (accepted)
v. Chahota R, Dattal Anjali, Thakur SD, Kumar Sandeep and Sharma Mandeep. 2015.
Isolation of Brucella melitensis from a human case of chronic additive polyarthritis. Ind. J.
Med. Microbiol 33(3):429-32.
vi. Chahota R, Thakur SD, Sharma Mandeep and Mittra S. 2015. Detection of a flea borne
rickettsial spp. in western Himalaya region of India. Ind. J. Med. Microbiol. 33 (3):422-5.
vii. Thakur SD, Panda AK. 2016. Antimicrobial resistance: Role of animal husbandry and
strategies to control. J. Biosci. (Submitted).
viii. Lakhanpal Priyanka, Panda AK, Chahota Rajesh, Gupta Atul, Choudhary Shivani, Thakur
SD. 2016. Prevalence of vancomycin and methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus in
Ready-to-eat foods of animal origin from various tourist destinations of Himachal Pradesh.
Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci., India Sec. B: Bio Sci (Submitted).
ix. Katoch S, Thakur SD, Sankhyan Varun, Sharma KS. 2016. Growth performance of broiler
chicken fed varied density nutrient diets supplemented with direct fed microbial. Proc. Natl.
Acad. Sci., India Sec. B: Bio Sci (Submitted).
x. Anjali Kumari, BG Mane, Devesh Thakur and SK Khurana Effect of Incorporation of
Lungru (Diplazium enculentum) on physio-chemical, microbiological and sensory quality
of chickens patties. Journal of Meat Science and Technology: 3(2) 28-31.
xi. Himani Dhanze, S.K. Khurana, B.G. Mane and Brijesh Bhardwaj Microbiological quality
of raw chicken meat treated with aqueous extract of Murraya koenigii leaves during storage
Paper Accepted for publication in Indian Journal of Poultry Science.
xii. Mane BG, Khurana SK., Shivani Chaudhary, Dhanze Himani, Effect of Natural
Antimicrobials on foodborne Pathogens and Shelflife: A review Bioscience,
Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 1: 22-31.
xiii. Shivani Chaudhary, Khurana SK. and Mane BG, Escherichia coli: Animal Foods and
Public Health: Review Journal of Microbiology, Immunology and Biotechnology, 1: 31-
46.
ii). Presentations
1. Panda, A. K. and Thakur S.D. (2015) “Livestock diseases: Its Public Health Significance in
North Western Himalayas” in the workshop cum brain storming session on “Current Status
and Future Prospects of Animal Production System in North Western Himalayan Region” by
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ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute Regional Station, Palampur-176061, on 13-14th
October 2015.
2. AK Panda and S.D. Thakur. (2015) Rabies: Gaps in Prevalence and Reporting” In the
International Conference in Tropical Medicine, 10-12th December,2015, Centre for Research
In Tropical Medicine (CRTM), Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
3. Panda, A.K. 2016. “Prevalence and control of zoonotic diseases in livestock and poultry”
presented in the one day seminar on “Control and Management of various livestock and
poultry diseases in the state of Himachal Pradesh” organized by Deputy Director Animal
Health/Breeding, Department of Animal Husbandry, Kangra at Dharamsala on 20.2.2016 for
training of the field Veterinarians.
4. Panda, A.K. 2016. on “Management of Zoonotic Infections & Diseases of Veterinary Public
health Importance” for Livestock farmers and public at large at Kisan Mela organized by the
ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Regional Station at Palampur, H.P. in
collaboration with KVK, Bara, CSKHPKV, Palampur, Deptt. of Animal Husbandry,Govt. of
H.P.
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin
1. Panda, A. K. and Thakur S.D. (2015) “Livestock diseases: Its Public Health Significance
in North Western Himalayas” has been Published in the book/souvenir “Current Status
and Future Prospects of Animal Production System in North Western Himalayan Region”
by ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute Regional Station, Palampur-176061, H.P.
Chapter 16, pp 98-103,2015.
2. Vaid RK, Thakur SD, Anand T. 2016. Q-fever. In: Pet Animal Zoonoses (submitted as
book chapter)
3. S.K. Khurana Biosecurity and Disease Control Including Treatment and Immunization of
Animals in Emergencies Training Module on Management of Animals in Emergencies
Published by World Animal Protection India, 152-154.
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication-Nil
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast: Nil
5.PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of
Participants
1. 01-10 July,
2015.
Short course on “Advanced Diagnostic Approach for Food
Borne Contamination of Livestock Products with Special
Emphasis on Zoonotic Diseases” organized Indian Council of
Agriculture Research-National Research Centre on Yak,
Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh,
Dr.S.D.Thakur
2 23rd
July,2015.
Conducted a visit of Technical and Field Assistants of
CSKHPKV to the department of Veterinary Public Health for
practical demonstration to the participants and a visit to the
Parasitology laboratory under 31 days Training Programme on
Animal Husbandry and Agriculture conducted by Directorate of
Extension Education, CSKHPKV, Palampur 1-31st July 2015.
Dr. A.K.Panda
3 9-15th –
February,
2016
International School on “One Health: A Team Science
Approach for the Protection of Animal, Human and
Environmental Health” organized at Guru Angad Dev
Dr. S.D. Thakur
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Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, Punjab,
from February 9 to February 15, 2016, in collaboration with
University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada.
4 27-30th
April, 2016
Zero Budget Natural Farming Training cum Workshop held on
27/04/2016 to 30/04/2016 at CSK HPKV Palampur
Dr. A.K.Panda
Dr. SK Khurana
5 10th
June,2016
Delivered a lecture on “Infectious and zoonotic diseases of
animals and their control” to farmers/Livestock farmers under
Five days Training Programme on Dairy Farming for the
farmers of Solan Distt. Sponsored by Project Director, ATMA,
Solan
Dr. A.K.Panda
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of
Participants
1. 13-14th
Oct. 2015
Seminar on Current Status and Future Prospects of Animal
Production System in North Western Himalayan Region at ICAR-
Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Regional Station at
Palampur, H.P. on 13-14th October 2015
Dr. A.K.Panda
2. 4th Dec.
2015
Participated in Kisan Mela organized by the ICAR-Indian
Veterinary Research Institute, Regional Station at Palampur, H.P.
in collaboration with KVK, Bara, CSKHPKV, Palampur, Deptt.
of Animal Husbandry,Govt. of H.P. and ATMA, Hamirpur, H.P.
on 4th December 2015.
Dr. A.K.Panda
3 20th Feb.
2016
One day seminar on “ Control and Management of various
livestock and poultry diseases in the state of Himachal Pradesh”
organized by Deputy Director Animal Health/Breeding,
Department of Animal Husbandry, Kangra at Dharamsala on
20.2.2016 for training of the field Veterinarians.
Dr. A.K.Panda
4 01st May,
2016
South Zonal Seminar on Contemporary Veterinary Issues in
Himachal Pradesh on 01/05/2016 organized by Himachal
Veterinary Council
Dr.
S.K.Khurana
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED- Nil
7. HONOURS AND AWARDS
1. Dr. A.K.Panda nominated by the CPCSEA, Animal Welfare Division, Ministry of
Environment and Forest for Govt. of India as nominee for CPCSEA activities in Himachal
Pradesh.
2. Dr. S.K.Khurana acted as Member Technical Editorial Board Poultry Line and Editorial
Board Journal of Foodborne and Zoonotic Diseases.
8. MISCELLANEOUS
1. Dr. A.K.Panda , Editor in Souvenir published for brain storming workshop held on “Current
status and future prospects of Animal Production System in North West Himalayan Region
held on 13-14th October 2015” Organized by ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute
Regional Station, Palampur-176061 (HP)
2. Dr. A.K.Panda, Editor in Souvenir cum abstract published for 3rd Biennial National
Conference held on “ Interventions in Livestock Production-cum Health and crop Mixed
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farming for Nutritional Security” on 4th -5th November, 2015 organized by Department of
Animal Nutrition, DGCN COVAS, CSKHPKV in collaboration with IGFRI, Centre and IVRI
Station, Palampur-176062 (HP).
DEPARTMENT OF LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Livestock Production Management is one of the key departments of
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences responsible for UG teaching of maximum credit
hours. Besides, the department is also taking care of UG teaching in College of Agriculture and
College of Home Science. Initially, the department was clubbed with the department of Animal
Production and later on with the joining of faculty members during 1998, it started functioning as
an independent department as per V.C.I. norms. Presently the department is manned by two
faculty members and one field staff only.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
Sr.
No.
Course No. Title of Course Credit
hrs.
Course Instructor
First Semester
1. LPM-111 Livestock Production and Management -I
(General Principles and Ruminants)
3+1 Drs. Saroj Bala, P.K.
Dogra, and Aneesh
Thakur.
2. LPM-211 Avian Production and Management 1+1 Drs. Prasenjit Dhar and
Saroj Bala.
3. Study Circle Production system NC Dr. P.K. Dogra
4. AMT-232 Poultry (COHS) 0+1 Dr. P. Dhar
5. AMT-233 Fisheries (COHS) 0+1 Dr. S. Mitra
Second Semester
1. LPM–121 Fodder Production and Grassland
Management
1+1 Drs. Naveen Kumar &
GD Sharma
2. LPM–122 Livestock Production and Management –
II (Monogastric and Loboratory Animals)
1+1 Drs. Saroj Bala & P.K.
Dogra
3. LPM-221 Commercial Poultry Production &
Hatchery Management
1+1 Drs. P.Dhar & Saroj
Bala
4. LPM-222 Livestock Production and Management –
III (Regional Interest)
1+1 Drs. Saroj Bala & P.
Dhar
5. AMT-121 Dairy and Animal Science (COHS) 1+1 Drs. Sanjay Khurana &
P. Dhar
6. LPM-361 Livestock Production and Management
(COA)
2+1 Drs. Sidharth Thakur &
A.K. Panda
7. StudyCircle Production System NC Dr. P.K. Dogra
b. Research Projects in Progress
S.
N.
Title of the Project PI/Co-PI Funding
Source
Budget
(Lacs)
Year of
Start
Duration
1. AICRP on goat improvement
(Gaddi Field Unit)
Dr. P. K.
Dogra as PI
AICRP
(ICAR)
27.99 2009 Continue
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2. Empowering rural women of
Himachal Pradesh: sustainable
dairy entrepreneurship.
Completed in June 2016.
Dr. P. K.
Dogra as Co-
PI
DST, New
Delhi
19.34
lac.
2012 3 years
3. Ultrasonography and
radioimmunoassay assisted
endocrine modulation of ovarian
follicular dynamics for
augmentation of pregnancy rate in
cows. Completed in March 2016.
Dr. P. K.
Dogra as Co-
PI
BARC,
Mumbai
24.89
lac.
2013 4 years
4. Propagation of AI in goats of
Himachal Pradesh.
Dr. P. K.
Dogra as Co-
PI
Min. of
Agri. GOI
72.98
lac.
2013 4 years
5. Studies on the use of Apple
Pomace as livestock feed
ingredient.
Dr. P.K Dogra
as Co-PI
RKVY,
HP Gov.
25.5 lac 2015 3 years
c. Summary of research finding during the year
AICRP on Goat Improvement
AICRP on Goat Improvement
During the period under report four field units comprising of 1164 goats including 760
breedable does belonging to four different migratory routes were monitored. All the animals
were identified by ear tagging. A total of 570young kids were added in selected flocks by way
of birth, 130 animals of different age groups died and 481 animals pertaining to different age
groups were sold by the owners. After final selection, a total of 26 bucks were finally
distributed to 26 different farmers as a breeding input.
The overall population growth was observed to be 107.59%. The overall mortality
incidence was found to be 7.49%. The incidence of twin birth recorded was 20.25%, abortion
rate 12.24 and kidding percent 62.36.
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
1.Bangthai Ajit, Sood Pankaj, Singh Madhumeet, Kumar Ravinder, Dogra P.K., Nanda Trilok,
Sharma Ravindra, Vishwaradhya T.M., Kumar Pankaj and Kumar Parvesh (2015). Response
and quantification of certain milk attributes following artificial induction of lactation in Jersey
crossbred cows of Himachal Pradesh. Himachal J. Agric. Res. 41 (1): 55-60.
2.Sankhyan Varun, Thakur Y.P., Katoch S. and Dogra P.K. (2015). Factors affecting fertility,
hatchability and chick survivability in poultry germplasm under sub temperate conditions.
Himachal J. Agric. Res. 41 (1): 83-85.
3.Thakur Rakesh, Sankhyan Varun and Dogra P K (2016). Capacity building: an effective tool
for augmenting poultry production in Himachal Pradesh. J. Krishi Vigyan 4(2): 99-100.
4.Sankhyan Varun, Thakur YP, Thakur Rakesh, Dogra P.K. and Katoch Sanjit (2015). Of
crossbreeding indigenous chicken with improved germplasm for performance assessment and
adaptability under village farming system in Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh, India.
Paper presented in the International Conference on ‘Potential for poultry production in
developing countries’. Organized by WSPA, held at Belak Antalya, Turkey, Oct. 15-18,
2015.In proceedings pp78-80.
5.Dogra P.K., Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Y.P. (2015). Migratory pastoralism: mainstay of
hill livestock farming, constraints and future prospects. Lead paper presented in the 3rd
biennial national conference on ‘Interventions in livestock production – cum- health and crop
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mixed farming for nutritional security’. November 4-5, 2015. Organised by Department of
Animal Nutrition, COVAS, CSKHPKV at Palampur. Pp 42-52.
6.Singh Geetanjali, Bhardwaj Bishrutee and Dogra P.K. (2015). Role of nutrition in preventing
bovine sub-clinical mastitis. Abstract presented in the 3rd biennial national conference on
‘Interventions in livestock production – cum- health and crop mixed farming for nutritional
security’. November 4-5, 2015. Organised by Department of Animal Nutrition, COVAS,
CSKHPKV at Palampur. Pp 150.
7.Sood Pankaj, Sarma H.D., Dogra P.K., Kadwal R. and Sachdev S.S. (2016). Factors affecting
pharmacological induction of estrus in cattle. Abstract presented XV Annual Convention of
Indian Society of Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology (ISVPT) on ‘Nutritional
pharmacology and toxicology beyond calories’. Jan. 14-16, 2016 held at National Dairy
Research Institute, Karnal. Abstr. No. ORP-020. (awarded as best poster).
8.Dogra P.K., Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Y.P. (2016).Reproductive efficiency of Gaddi goats
under transhumance production system. Paper presented in XII Annual Convention of
SOCDAB and national seminar on ‘Policy planning for livelihood security through domestic
animal biodiversity’, held at SKUAST-J, Jammu, Feb. 11-12, 2016.
9.Sankhyan Varun, Thakur Y.P., Dogra P.K. and Katoch Sanjit (2106).Biometery of Rampur
bushair sheep based on principal component analysisof various bod measurements. Paper
presented in XII Annual Convention of SOCDAB and national seminar on ‘Policy planning
for livelihood security through domestic animal biodiversity’, held at SKUAST-J, Jammu,
Feb. 11-12, 2016. (awarded second best poster).
10. Thakur Y.P., Sankhyan Varun and Dogra P.K. (2106).Production potential of native
chicken (Gallus domesticus) population of Himachal Pradeshfor various growth, egg
production, mortality and fertility traits. Paper presented in XII Annual Convention of
SOCDAB and national seminar on ‘Policy planning for livelihood security through domestic
animal biodiversity’, held at SKUAST-J, Jammu, Feb. 11-12, 2016.
11. Dogra P.K., Sankhyan Varun and Kumar Ravindra (2016). Pravasi charagah paddhati se
pasu paalan: pramukh samasyain avam nidan. Lead paper presented in the two days seminar
‘Agriculural Research and Technical Terminology in Hindi’. Organised jointly by IGFRI Reg.
Station, Palampur, Commission for Scientific and Tecnical terminology Ministry of HRD
New Delhi and COVAS, Palampur. May 19-20, 2016 at COVAS Palampur.
ii). Presentations: NIL
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin: NIL
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication
1. Thakur Rakesh, Dogra Pradeep Kumar, Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Yashpal (2015). Pashu
grah banate samay dhyan rakhne yogya batein. Parvatiya Khetibari 35 (2): 26-28.
2. Thakur Rakesh, Dogra Pradeep Kumar, and Verma Subhash (2015). A1 casein banaam A2
casein wala doodh. Parvatiya Khetibari 35 (3-4): 25-26.
3. Sankhyan Varun and Dogra Pardeep Kumar (2015). Ghumantu bakri palan avam nasal sudhar
karyakram. Extension leaflet under AICRP on Goat Improvement, Department of AGB,
COVAS, Palampur.
4. Sharma Ankur and Dogra Pardeep Kumar (2015). Gaddi bakriyon ke vishanu janit pramukh
rog va upchar. Extension leaflet under AICRP on Goat Improvement, Department of AGB,
COVAS, Palampur.
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast: NIL
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5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings: Nil
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of Participants
1. July 7, 2014 Brain storming session on sheep and goat
production in H.P. Held at H.P. Secretariat, Shimla
Dr. P.K. Dogra
2. Aug. 23, 2014 Stakeholder’s consultative meeting on ‘Standard
code of practices for humane and sustainable
management of animals at organized commercial
dairies in India. Held at NDRI, Karnal
Dr. P.K. Dogra
3. Sept. 29-30,
2014.
Annual review meet of AICRP on goat
improvement, held at Navsari, Gujrat.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
4. Nov.11, 2014 QRT of AICRP on goat improvement, held at
CIRG, Makhdoom.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
DEPARTMENT OF LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Livestock Products Technology is one of the important Departments
of the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. The Department was created under VCI Act
in 1996 but it started independent functioning since 1998. The primary mandate of the department
is to impart training to undergraduate (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) students in the fields of Livestock
Products Technology. Efforts are afoot to strengthen the basic infrastructural facilities for
undergraduate programme as per the VCI norms.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. LPT-311 Milk & Milk Products
Technology
1+1=2 Dr. B. G. Mane
2. LPT-312
Abattoir Practices & Animal
By-products Technology
1+1=2
Dr. B. G. Mane
2nd Semester
1. LPT-321 Meat Science 1+1=2 Dr. B. G. Mane
2. Entrepreneurship Programme
on Meat Production
Processing
Dr. B. G. Mane
3. Entrepreneurship Programme
on Milk Products
Dr. B. G. Mane
4. Internship Training/Teaching Dr. B. G. Mane
Postgraduate Courses: N/A
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
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Ongoing Masters Programme: N/A
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
Mane BG, Mendiratta SK and Tiwari AK (2016). Duplex PCR Assay for Detection of
Beef and Pork in Meat and Meat Products. Journal of Meat Science and Technology, 4(2):
71-80.
Mane BG, Sharma Anurag, Sharma Shikha, Sharma Shalini and Khurana SK (2016).
Quality Evaluation of Market Milk Procured from Consumer in Kangra Valley of
Himachal Pradesh. International Journal of Food Quality and Safety, 2: 00-00.
Mane B.G. and Chatli M.K. (2015). Buffalo Milk: Saviour of Farmers and Consumers for
Livelihood and Providing Nutrition. Agricultural Rural Development, 2: 05-11.
Kapil Jadhav, K.S. Sharma, S. Katoch, VK Sharma and B.G. Mane (2015). Probiotics in
Broiler Poultry Feeds: A Review. Journal of Animal Nutrition and Physiology, 1: 04-16.
ii). Presentations: Nil
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin: Nil
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication: Nil
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast: Nil
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings:
S. No. Date Title Name of
Participants
1. 2-7th
November,
2015
Attended Training on “Processing of milk and
milk products” at NDRI, Karnal held during 2-7th
November, 2015.
-
2 7-21st
September,
2015
Attended 10 days short course on “Application of
Genomic and Proteomic Technologies in Meat
Quality and Food Safety Research” at ICAR-
National Research Centre on Meat, Hydrabad
(Telangana) during 07/09/2015 to 16/09/2015.
-
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia: Nil
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED:
Delivered lecture cum practical training on “Testing, handling of Milk and preparation
of various milk, meat and eggs products” organized by DEE (for Field Staff of
CSKHPKV), CSKHPKV, Palampur, HP, India Held during 1-15th July, 2015.
7. HONOURS AND AWARDS: Nil
8. FACULTY VISITS ABROAD: Nil
9. MISCELLANEOUS
Member Sub-Organizing Committees (Cultural Programme/Excursion) during 3rd
IAVNAW National Conference organized by Department of Animal Nutrition, COVAS,
CSKHPKV, Palampur held on 04-05/11/2015.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY SURGERY AND RADIOLOGY
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Surgery & Radiology was established in the year 1991 as an important
constituent of College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences of CSK HP Agriculture University,
Palampur to impart quality education to Veterinary graduates and post graduates, to extend
clinical services and to conduct need based research and extension activities. The department has
gained appreciations and recognitions not only from students and peers of veterinary profession
but also from State, National and International Authorities. The department has an excellent team
of dedicated, highly qualified and exceptionally motivated academic and non-academic staff who
have toiled hard all these years to build this department from a scratch. At present, the department
has a decent infrastructure and its labs are equipped with number of modern equipments. The
department is in fact an institution in itself where diverse specialized aspects of veterinary surgery
like diagnostic imaging, anesthesia, orthopedics, dentistry, ophthalmology, operative surgery and
physiotherapy are being taken care of jointly. Add to this fact the variety of animals are being
treated ranging from cat, dogs, horse, cattle, pig, sheep, goats and wild animals etc. which have
their specific requirement for treatment. Therefore, to provide quality services to veterinary
patients as per international standard, further upliftment of department is of paramount
importance which needs massive grants from diverse resources. There is an acute need to
build/renovate infrastructure and procure modern equipments with a vision to develop super
specialties of veterinary surgery and allied fields as per global standards.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. Study Circle Canine Study Circle NC Dr. Adarsh Kumar
2. Tracking
Programme
Neuroscience 2+0 Dr. SK Sharma
3. Tracking
Programme
Anaesthesiology 2+0 Dr. Adarsh Kumar
4. VSR-411 General Veterinary Surgery,
Anaesthesiology& Diagnostic
Imaging
2+2 Dr. Adarsh Kumar (I/c), Dr. S.P.
Tyagi, Dr. Arvind Sharma, Dr.
S.K. Sharma
5. VCP-411 Veterinary Clinical Practice
0+5 Dr. Arvind Sharma, Dr. Adarsh,
Dr. S.P. Tyagi
6. VSR-511 Veterinary Orthopedics and
Lameness
1+1 Dr. S.P. Tyagi, Dr. Adarsh
Kumar, Dr. Arvind Sharma, Dr.
SK Sharma
7. VCP-511 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Dr. Arvind Sharma, Dr. Adarsh,
Dr. S.P. Tyagi
8. VMD-512 Zoo/Wild Animal Breeding,
Management, Nutrition &
Health Care
1+1 Dr. Arvind Sharma
9. VMD-513 Pet Animal Breeding,
Management, Nutrition &
Health Care
1+1 Dr. Adarsh Kumar
2nd Semester
1. Study Circle Canine Study Circle NC Dr. Adarsh Kumar
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2. Tracking
Programme
Ophthalmology 2+0 Dr. S.P. Tyagi
3. VSR-421 Regional Veterinary Surgery 2+1 Dr. S.P. Tyagi (I/c), Dr. Arvind
Sharma, Dr. Adarsh Kumar, Dr.
S.K. Sharma
4. VCP-421 Veterinary Clinical Practice
(To be offered by TVCC)
0+5 Dr. Arvind Sharma, Dr. Adarsh,
Dr. S.P. Tyagi
5. - Internship - Dr. Arvind Sharma (I/c) and all
Faculty Members
Postgraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VSR 602 Clinical Practice – I 0+3 Dr. Arvind Sharma plus all faculty
2. VSR 604 Small Animal Anaesthesia 2+1 Dr. SK Sharma
Dr. Adarsh Kumar
3. VSR 607 Veterinary Ophthalmology
and Dentistry
1+1 Dr. SP Tyagi
4. VSR 608 Small Animal Soft Tissue
Surgery
2+1 Dr. Adarsh Kumar
Dr. Arvind Sharma
5. VSR 699 Master’s Research ---- Respective Major Advisors
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VSR 603 Clinical Practice – II 0+3 Dr. SP Tyagi plus all faculty
2. VSR 606 Diagnostic Imaging
Techniques
2+1 Dr. Adarsh Kumar
3. VSR 610 Orthopaedic and Limb
Surgery
2+1 Dr. SP Tyagi
4. VSR 691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Dr. SK Sharma
5. VSR 699 Master’s Research ---- Dr. Adarsh Kumar and Dr. SP
Tyagi
Ph. D. Courses (1st Semester)
1 VSR 702 Clinical Surgical Practice – I 0+2 Dr. SK Sharma
2 VSR 705 Advances in Anaesthesiology 2+1 Dr. Adarsh Kumar
3 VSR 799 Doctoral Research - Dr. SP Tyagi
Ph. D. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VSR 701 Clinical Surgical Practice – I 0+2 Dr. SK Sharma
2 VSR 703 Clinical Surgical Practice – III 0+2 Dr. SK Sharma
3 VSR 706 Advances in Diagnostic
Imaging Techniques
2+1 Dr. Adarsh Kumar
4 VSR 793 Special problem in PhD 0+2 Dr. SP Tyagi
5 VSR 791 Doctoral Seminar I 1+0 Dr. SK Sharma
6 VSR 799 Doctoral Research - Dr. SP Tyagi
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
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Ongoing Masters Programme:
Ongoing Doctoral Programme:
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements
S.
No.
Title of Research problem Salient Research Achievements
1. Diagnostic Laparoscopy in large animals
Laparoscopy in cattle was found to be a promising tool for clinical diagnosis and can be utilized
for diagnosing various affections of the abdominal cavity. It allows exploration of major
abdominal organs with an additional benefit of harvesting the site specific biopsies.
For making an entryinto the abdominal cavity Modified direct entry Hook assisted was devised
and found to be most reliable methods due to its numerous advantages.
Capnoperitoneum induced separation of organs substantiated with telescopic magnification
aided in excellent diagnostic visualization.
Laparoscopy helped in identification of even the smaller structures, rings, apertures and
openings not normally seen during standard celiotomy approach.
Laparoscopy precludes the invasive and often time consuming exploratory surgical
interventions.
There was minimal exposure of the abdominal/pelvic cavities to outside atmosphere and the
least visceral handling during laparoscopy thus minimal post operative care.
In addition to the several diagnostic and therapeutic advantages, the technique has particularly
a very important pedagogic value.
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission No. Major
advisor
Title of Research Problem
1 Ashish Gupta V-2015-30-018 Dr. Adarsh
Kumar
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Studies on Ear
Affections in Animals
2 Hardilwerpreet
Singh
V-2015-30-019 Dr. SP
Tyagi
A study on the External Skeletal Fixation of
fractures in animals.
3 Jasmeen Kaur V-2015-30-020 Dr. SP
Tyagi
Evaluation of interlocking nailing
technique for fixation of long bone fractures
in small animals.
4 Jobanjit Singh V-2015-30-021 Dr. Adarsh
Kumar
Studies on image guided interventions in
large animal clinical procedures
5 Mastakar
Nikita Vivek
V-2015-30-022 Dr. SP
Tyagi
Diagnostic and therapeutic management of
corneal and uveal affections in animals.
6 Rohit Kumar V-2015-30-023 Dr. Adarsh
Kumar
Studies on positive pressure ventilation
during anaesthesia in dogs
7 Roshan Lal V-2015-30-024 Dr. Adarsh
Kumar
Studies on image guided interventions in
small animal clinical procedures
8 Tejendar
Kumar
V-2015-30-025 Dr. SP
Tyagi
Interlocking intramedullary nailing for
repair of long bone fractures in large
animals.
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Amit Kumar V-2014-40-003 Dr. SP Tyagi The diagnosis and management of
cataract in animals
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2. Comparative evaluation of different techniques for fixation of femoral fractures in dogs
The overall incidence of fractures in animals presented to the surgical OPD of TVCC,
Palampur is 12.92 percent with highest incidence in equine (25 %) followed by canine (13 %)
and bovine (12.53 %).
Majority of fractures occur in juvenile age group in cases of dogs and adult in cases of bovine
and equine.
Automobile accidents and fall/jump from height remain the two most common known causes
of fractures in animals.
The most frequently fractured bone is femur (33.02%) in dogs, tibia (27.5%) in bovine and
metacarpal (28.57%) in equine.
The most common types of femoral fractures in dogs are ‘closed’ and short oblique, spiral or
comminuted in nature.
The straight intramedullary interlocking nail can be used successfully for fixation of
uncomplicated diaphyseal fractures of femur in dogs.
Use of one proximal and one distal screw effectively locks the intramedullary nail in a static
position in femur of dogs and provides adequate resistance against axial disruptive forces but
not against torsional forces.
IILN using two proximal and 2 distal trans-cortical screws for fixation of femur fractures in
dogs provides good stability and adequate resistance against all kinds of disruptive
biomechanical forces
Insertion of trans-cortical screws in IILN using aiming device is more accurate and safer than
fluoroscopy-guided technique.
The status of fracture fixation was by far superior in IILN group in comparison to ETP and SP
groups when used on suitable subjects.
Inadvertent undesirable penetration of the distal femoral cortex is the common technical fault
associated with all the three straight intramedullary devices used in this study.
Inadequate resistance to compressive forces leading to partial collapse of fracture fragments
and difficulty in implant removal are the most common complications associated with ETP
technique.
3. Application of theloscopy and ultrasonography for the management of bovine teat and
udder affections
Baseline systematic sonographic teat caliper data for Jersey cross bred cow was compiled,
which will help in future to delineate the normal and abnormal conditions of bovine udder and
teat.
Sonographic measurements of teat structures like SCL, SCD, TEW, TWT, TCD provides an
imperative diagnostic lead in the prophylaxis and prediction of the incoming teat and udder
disorders.
The Rigid Acoustic Enhancement (RAE) method devised during the study was found to be a
promising tool for precise scanning of teats.
The ultrasonography proved as a vital diagnostic aid for diagnosing various insidious udder
and teat disorders, which can be a potential threat to the productivity of animals.
Along with the diagnosis of the lesion by sonography, additional features like size, shape,
location, vascularity, contents were also ascertained.
Theloscopy was found to be a vital imaging aid for diagnosing various milk outflow disorders.
The virtual telescopic examination of teat lesion gives a lead for therapeutic
theloresectoscopy.
Both the techniques can serve as gold standard indicators for determining the diagnosis,
therapeutics and prognosis of the teat and udder affections.
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b. Research Projects in Progress
S.
No.
Title of Project
PI Funding
Agency
Budget
(Lac)
Year
of start
Duration
1. Funds for improvement S&T
Infrastructure
Dr. SK
Sharma
FIST/DS
T
32.00 2010
(5 years)
2. Consolidating Veterinary Clinical delivery
services by expanding diagnostic and
therapeutic technologies for capacity
building and transfer of adaptive
technology to field Veterinary Hospitals
Dr.
Adarsh
Kumar
RKVY >53
Lakhs
2014
(2 years)
3. Strengthening the clinical armamentarium
for treating referral animal patients
suffering from tumours and dental
disorders
Dr.
Adarsh
Kumar
RKVY 33.00 2015
(2 Years)
4. Establishment of advanced veterinary
orthopaedic management system for
animals
Dr. SP
Tyagi
RKVY 34.00 2015
(2 Years)
c. Summary of research finding during the year:
1. End threaded intramedullary positive profile screw ended self-tapping pin was devised as
a cost effective novel field compatible innovation for management of long bone fractures
in dogs.
2. Baseline data of sonographic anatomy of abdomen of Spiti horses and native mules was
generated and applied for disease diagnosis
3. Standardized interlocking nailing systems for management of different long bone fractures
in dogs and started using in clinical cases.
4. The dexamethasone-induced gastric ulcerations and erosions in dogs heal faster with the
treatment of Rabeprazole @ 1 mg/Kg BW PO b.i.d.
5. Seabuckthorn (Hippophae salicifolia) seed oil @ 1.0 ml/ dog PO b.i.d also hastens the
healing of gastric ulcerations and erosions induced by dexamethasone in dogs.
6. The restoration of healthy normal gastric mucus layer is faster by the treatment of GUE
with rabeprazole or Hippophae salicifolia seed oil.
7. The 40% Aloe vera @ 10 ml p.o. b.i.d. does not have any therapeutic efficacy in
dexamethasone-induced GUE in dogs; rather it delays their spontaneous healing.
8. Devised protocol of sonographic diagnosis of udder and teat affections with particular
reference to diagnostic and prognostic factors.
9. Generated baseline data of abdominal laparoscopic anatomy and technique for bovine
clinical patients.
10. Clinical application of percutaneous endoscopic guided gastropexy to prevent in GDV in
dogs.
11. Protocol for Oxygen therapy in critical animals
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i) Publications
1. Amit Kumar, Som Prakash Tyagi, Priyanka Thakur and Rohit Kumar. 2015. Surgical
removal of lingual foreign body in a buffalo - a clinical case study. Himachal Journal of
Agricultural Research 41(2): 189-190
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2. Shilpa Gupta, S P Tyagi and Amit Kumar. 2015. Management of Gastric ulcerations and
erosions with combination of seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) seed oil and
famotidine in dogs. Indian Journal of Veterinary Surgery 36(1): 29-32
3. S P Tyagi and Amit Kumar. 2015. Surgical management of salivary fistula in cattle. The
Indian Journal of Veterinary Sciences & Biotechnology. 10(3): 77-79
4. Shruti Gupta, Ajay Katoch, Adarsh Kumar, DR Wadhwa, Ankur Sharma and RK Mandial.
2015. Ultrasonography guided thoracocentessis for the management of Traumatic
pericarditis in cattle. Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 35 (1): 1-3
ii) Presentations:
39thAnnual Congress of ISVS and National Symposium on Recent Innovations in Diagnosis and
Treatment of Surgical Disorders in Ruminants and Equines with particular applicability in Hilly
Terrain” from 1-3 Sep, 2015 at Srinagar (J&K).
Neha Kapil, Sandeep Kumar Sharma, Adarsh Kumar, Amit Kumar and Arvind Sharma.
2015. Clinical Evaluation of ketamine, propofol and ketamine-propofol admixture
(Ketofol) for induction of anaesthesia in diazepam- butorphanol premedicated and
isoflurane maintained dogs.
U.B. Farooq, Adarsh Kumar. 2015. Ultrasonographic difference between true and false
colic in horses.
7th International Conference on the theme of “Seabuckthorn-Emerging Technologies for Health
Protection and Environmental Conservation” from 24-26 Nov, 2015
Amit Kumar, S.P. Tyagi, Piyush Shastri, Richa Dogra, Adarsh Kumar. 2015. Synergistic
efficacy of combination of Seabuckthorn seed oil and famotidine or lansoprazole for
treatment of gastric ulcers and erosions in dogs. 7th International Conference on the theme
of “Seabuckthorn-Emerging Technologies for Health Protection and Environmental
Conservation” from 24-26 Nov, 2015
Diviank Thakur, S.P. Tyagi, Amit Kumar, Shilpa Gupta, Virendra Singh. 2015.The
comparative therapeutic efficacy of the combination of seabuckthorn seed oil and
misoprostol or sucralfate in gastric ulcers and erosions in dogs 7th International
Conference on the theme of “Seabuckthorn-Emerging Technologies for Health Protection
and Environmental Conservation” from 24-26 Nov, 2015
iii) Books: A Guide for Veterinary Practioners, Rachna Publications Eds By Dr Adarsh Kumar
and Dr SK Sharma
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication: Nil
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast: Nil
c. Clinical camps:
S. No
Date Camp Site
1. 25-07-2015 CHACHHIAN
2. 01-08-2015 KHERA
3. 22-08-2015 ALAMPUR
4. 29-08-2015 DAIN
5. 19-09-2015 DARANG
6. 26-09-2015 ARLA
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7. 03-10-2015 SULAH
8. 17-10-2015 BIR
9. 31-10-2015 KANWARI
10. 07-11-2015 GHAD (SALIYANA)
11. 23-01-2016 V.D-KHAIRA (V0, BHODA)
12. 30-01-2016 V.D-PAPLAH (V0, DHATTI)
13. 06-02-2016 V.D-JALAG (V0, BHORA)
14. 20-02-2016 V.H & V0, LAMBAGAON
15. 27-02-2016 V.D-HARSI (V0, JAISINGHPUR)
16. 05-03-2016 V.D-OCH (V0, ALAMPUR)
17. 19-03-2016 V.H & VD, DARANG
18. 26-03-2016 V.H & V0, DADH
19. 02-04-2016 V.D-BAGORA (SVO, PALAMPUR)
20. 16-04-2016 V.H & V0, DEOL
21. 30-04-2016 V.H & V0, CHOBIN
22. 13.03.2015 BHATOLI FAKORIAN
23. 25.09.2015 SLATE GODAM
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings: Nil
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S. No. Date Title Name of Participants
1 1-3 Sep,
2015
39thAnnual Congress of ISVS and National
Symposium on Recent Innovations in Diagnosis and
Treatment of Surgical Disorders in Ruminants and
Equines with particular applicability in Hilly Terrain”
Dr. Adarsh Kumar
2 1-3 Sep,
2015
39th Annual Congress of ISVS and National
Symposium on Recent Innovations in Diagnosis and
Treatment of Surgical Disorders in Ruminants and
Equines with particular applicability in Hilly
Terrain”
Dr. SK Sharma
3 24-26
Nov,
2015
7th International Conference on the theme of
“Seabuckthorn-Emerging Technologies for Health
Protection and Environmental Conservation”
Dr. SP Tyagi
4 24-26
Nov,
2015
7th International Conference on the theme of
“Seabuckthorn-Emerging Technologies for Health
Protection and Environmental Conservation”
Dr. Amit Kumar
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED
Sr.
No.
Name of programme Period No. of
trainees/
participa
nts From To
1 Capacity building trainings to HP State veterinary
professionals organized by Deptt. of Surgery and
Radiology, DGCNCOVAS, CSKHPKV,
Palampur under RKVY project “Strengthening
01/07/16 05/07/20 10
06/07/16 10/07/20 10
21/07/16 25/07/20 10
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7. HONOURS AND AWARDS
S.
No.
Name of
faculty
Member
Awards
1 Dr. Adarsh
Kumar Gold medal for devising a cost effective novel field compatible
innovation for management of long fractures in dogs - End threaded
intramedullary positive profile screw ended self-tapping pin by
Indian society for Veterinary Surgery in Sept, 2015
Awarded academic Gold medal for PhD Course.
Certificate of Appreciation in Anaesthesia Session of 39th Annual
Congress of ISVS
2 Dr. SP
Tyagi “National award” of Seabuckthorn Association of India 2015 in
recognition of significant research contribution in utilizing
seabuckthorn for the management of gastric ulcerations and
erosions in animals.
“Certificate of Appreciation” by the Seabuckthorn Association of
India in recognition of significant contribution in various capacities
of LOC for organizing the 7th Conference of International
Seabuckthorn Association (ISA-2015) w.e.f. 24-26 November 2015
3 Dr. Amit
Kumar Certificate of Appreciation for assisting in successfully organizing
7th Conference by International Seabuckthorn Association at
NASC Complex (24-26th November, 2015)
Certificate of Appreciation for imparting training in 6-day training
to National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) at DGCN College of
Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh
from 26th to 31st October, 2015 as a trainer and resource person.
Certificate of Appreciation in Anaesthesia Session of 39th Annual
Congress of ISVS
Veterinary Clinical Services through capacity
building and continual professional development
of Veterinarian’s skill and transfer of adaptive
technology to field Veterinary hospitals.”
28/07/16 01/08/20 10
04/08/16 08/08/20 10
2 Continuing Veterinary Education (CVE)
programme and the Seminar of Himachal Pradesh
Council
01/05/16 01/05/20 150
3 2-day workshop on the topic of “Basic Veterinary
Ophthalmology” conducted by department of
Veterinary Surgery and Veterinary Orthopedic
Foundation.
02/06/16 03/06/16 50
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
1. INTRODUCTION
Department of Veterinary Medicine is one of the six major departments since the
establishment of the college in July, 1986. Presently, department is engaged in teaching,
research and extension of Clinical as well as Preventive Medicine besides providing
diagnostic and clinical services at TVCC of the College. Department is also involved in
providing quality services to department of animal husbandry as and when required by
attending outbreaks throughout the state, disseminating technical knowhow and knowledge
through seminar etc. Services are also extended to the unique stakeholders like wild life
establishments and farmers of high altitude areas of the state. Besides this department also
provide services to police and paramilitary forces for treatment of their animals and training
of personnel.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course
No.
Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. VMD-411 Vet. Clinical Medicine - I
(General & Systemic)
2+1 Dr. Ankur Sharma, Dr. Des
Raj
2. VMD-412 Vet. Preventive Medicine - I (Bact.,
Fungal and Rickettsial Diseases)
2+0 Dr. Ankur Sharma, Dr. R.K.
Mandial
3. VMD-511 Animal Welfare, Ethics &
Jurisprudence
2+0 Dr. R.K. Mandial, Dr. Des
Raj
4. VMD-512 Zoo / Wild Animal Breeding,
Management, Nutrition and
Healthcare
1+1 Dr. Ankur Sharma
5. VMD-513 Pet Animal Breeding,
Management, Nutrition and
Healthcare
1+1 Dr. R.K. Mandial
6. VCP-411 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Dr. Ankur Sharma, Dr. Des
Raj, Dr. R.K. Mandial
7. VCP-511 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Dr. Ankur Sharma, Dr. Des
Raj, Dr. R.K. Mandial
2nd Semester
1. VMD-421 Vet. Clinical Medicine -II
(Metabolic & Deficiency Dis.)
2+0 Dr. Des Raj, Dr. Ankur
Sharma
2. VMD-422 Vet. Preventive Medicine - II (Viral
& Parasitic Dis.)
2+0 Dr. Ankur Sharma, Dr. R.K.
Mandial
3. VCP-421 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Dr. Ankur Sharma, Dr. R.K.
Mandial, Dr. Des Raj
4. VPP-322 Aquatic Animal Diseases,
Healthcare and Management
1+1 Dr. Ankur Sharma
5. --- Department is also involved in
providing training under
compulsory internship program.
Besides above courses, following study circle and tracking programs are also taught by faculty
of this department :
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Study Circle : Law and Veterinary Science Study Circle. Dr. R.K. Mandial
Tracking Programmes : Cr. Hrs. : 2
1. Feline Medicine Dr. R.K. Mandial
2. Dermatology / Integument Science Dr. Des Raj
3. Alternate Veterinary Medicine Dr. Des Raj
4. Small Animal Critical Care Dr. Des Raj
5. Non-Mammalian Medicine Dr. Ankur Sharma
6. Sports Animal Medicine Dr. Ankur Sharma
7. Sheep & Goat Medicine Dr. Ankur Sharma
8. Zoo and Wild Animal Management Dr. Ankur Sharma
Postgraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course
No.
Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VCM-601 Ruminant Clinical Medicine-I 2+0 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
2. VCM-604 Canine and Feline Clinical
Medicine
2+0 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
3. VCM-609 Production Diseases 2+0 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
4. VCM-614 Clinical Practice-I 0+3 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VCM-603 Equine Clinical Medicine 2+0 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
2. VCM-607 Zoo, Wild and Laboratory
Animal Medicine
2+0 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
3. VCM-612 Clinical Diagnostic Techniques 0+2 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
4. VCM-613 Veterinary Emergency Medicine 0+2 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
5. VCM-614 Clinical Practice-I 0+3 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
6. VCM-615 Clinical Practice-II 0+3 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
Ph. D. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VCM-701 Advances in Gastroenterology 2+1 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
2. VCM-705 Advances In Production diseases 2+0 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
3. VCM-708 Advances in Veterinary
Therapeutics
1+2 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
4. VCM-710 Advanced Clinical Practice II 0+2 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
5. VCM-791 Doctoral Seminar I 1+0 Dr. Des Raj
Ph. D. Courses (2nd Semester)
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1. VCM-707 Advances in Veterinary
diagnostics
1+2 Dr. Des Raj and Dr. R.K.
Mandial
2. VCM-709 Advanced Clinical Practice I 0+2 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
3. VCM-710 Advanced Clinical Practice II 0+2 Dr. R.K. Mandial and Dr. Des
Raj
4. VCM-791 Doctoral Seminar I 1+0 Dr. Des Raj
5. VCM-799 Doctoral Research 0+16 Dr. Des Raj
3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
Ongoing Doctoral Programme:
c. Summary of research finding during the year
A study on 84 cases of canine seizures on dogs aged between two months to eight
years; with the history of convulsions, ataxia, nasal and ocular discharge, tachycardia and
congested mucous membranes; revealed that maximum incidence of the disease was between
the months of March and September and that too in the dogs aged between two months to one
year. 49% of the total cases of canine seizures were due to canine distemper (diagnosed on the
basis of Antigen detection kit), 7% were due to hypocalcaemia and rest 44% were of idiopathic
origin. Treatment with broad spectrum antibiotics, various anti-convulsants, fluid therapy,
nervine tonic and liver supportive preparations led to partial or complete recovery in 67% cases.
In an outbreak investigation, Haemorrrhagic Septicaemia was diagnosed in the
winter month (December) and first time in Tehsil Palampur in Buffaloes that indicates the
changing epidemiological pattern of this disease in Himachal Pradesh. The disease outbreak that
led to 25% mortality in buffaloes was primarily affecting the young stock i.e. in the age group
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission
No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Ashmita Anand V-2015-30-
010
Dr. Des Raj Clinico-therapeutic studies on canine
seizure
2. Deepa Garpha V-2015-30-
011
Dr. Des Raj Epidemiological and clinico-
therapeutic studies on enzootic
bovine hematuria
3. Monika Sharma V-2015-30-
012
Dr. Des Raj Clinico-therapeutic studies on canine
distemper
4. Tahir Sultan Bhat V-2015-30-
013
Dr. Des Raj Investigations on bovine cutaneous
papillomatosis
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission
No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Ajay Katoch V-2014-40-
004
Dr. Des Raj Diagnosis and therapeutic
management of renal failure in dogs
2. Ankur Sharma V-2015-40-
003
Dr. Des Raj Diagnostic and clinico-therapeutic
studies on hepatic disorders in
animals.
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of 11 months to 4 years leading to the symptoms of high fever with profound respiratory distress,
lacrimation with bilateral nasal discharge and lethargy. P.M. examination revealed besides other
changes the acute severe diffuse fibrino-purulent cranio-ventral pneumonia accompanied with
severe diffuse pleuritis. PCR confirmed the causative organism as P. multocida capsular type B,
serotype B:2. The disease outbreak was managed with administering Inj. Ceftriaxone with
tazobactum And Inj. Enrofloxacin in two separate treatment groups (along with supportive
treatment) with recovery in both the groups. The drugs were also found effective later on during
CST.
In an another study with the aim to explore the medical management strategy for
traumatic pericarditis in cattle, a total of 10 cows aged between 4 to 9 years presented with the
history of recurrent tympany and sharp decrease in milk yield were included. Increased rectal
temperature, laboured respiration, muffled heart sounds, edema of brisket region, anorexia,
reluctance in walking were predominant clinical signs. Increase in TLC with marked
neutrophilia (upon DLC) and marked decrease in Hb and PCV were observed upon
haematological examination. Radiographic examination revealed presence of foreign body in
two animals while 2-D sonography revealed the thickening of pericardium and fibrino-purulent
reaction in thoracic cavity. Sonography guided thoracocentesis was helpful in revealing purulent
foul odour exudate. The treatment consisted of removal of exudate from thoracic cavity and
lavaging with normal saline solution mixed with broad spectrum antibiotics; with administration
of supportive treatment (anti-inflammatory, diuretics and anti-histaminics), though not found to
be very fruitful.
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
1. Gupta, S., Katoch, Ajay, Kumar, Adarsh, Wadhwa, D.R., Sharma, Ankur and Mandial, R.K.
(2015). Ultrasonographic guided thoracocentesis for the management of traumatic
pericarditis in cattle. Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine 35 (1): 1-3.
ii). Presentations
1. Katoch, A, Wadhwa, D.R., Mandial, R.K., Sharma, A., Madan Verma, Shruti Gupta and
Chandel, S. Investigation and management of canine seizures. Paper presented at 34th annual
convention of Indian Society for Veterinary Medicine and National Symposium on “Newer
approaches in diagnosis and management of animal diseases for sustainable health and
production” organised at GADVASU, Ludhaina w.e.f. Feb., 17-19, 2016.
2. Sharma, A., Patil, R.D. and Katoch, S. An investigation of an unusual outbreak of
Haemorrhagic Septicaemia in buffaloes of Palam Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Paper
presented at 34th annual convention of Indian Society for Veterinary Medicine and National
Symposium on “Newer approaches in diagnosis and management of animal diseases for
sustainable health and production” organised at GADVASU, Ludhaina w.e.f. Feb., 17-19,
2016.
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication
1. Wadhwa, D.R. (2015). An insight into occurrence of production diseases and recent
advances in patho-physiology of Parturient Paresis. In : Current status and future prospects
of animal production system in north western Himalayan region. (eds Bhar et al.) IVRI
Regional Research Station, Palampur, pp 90-97.
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2. An extension pamphlet entitled “Gaddi bakriyon ke vishanu janit pramukh rog, pehchaan v
upchaar” by Dr. Ankur Sharma and Dr. P.K. Dogra under AICRP on Goat.
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast - Nil
c. Cases attended / clinical camps :A total of 3231 cases were treated by the department
during the year out of the total 6422 cases presented to the college clinics that amounts to more
than half of the total clinical OPD and the largest share among all the clinical departments. A
total of 21 clinical camps were attended by the faculty members in which 188 cases were
treated.
d. Outbreaks attended / Special Camps etc. :
1. Dr. Ankur Sharma attended a disease outbreak of Haemonchosis and endoparasitism in Sheep
/ Goat of Bir area on 19-9-15, at TVCC of COVAS.
2. Dr. Ankur Sharma attended an outbreak of Haemorrhagic Septicemia in buffaloes at Village
Challah (Thural area) of Distt. Kangra on 14-12-15. He also acted as a member of an expert
committee to visit village Bhatwan, Teh.: Khundian on 30-10-15, for the treatment of a cow.
3. Dr. Ankur Sharma acted as member of an expert committee to treat the diseased Leopards (2)
and a wild Leopard Cat at Dhauladhar Nature Park—Gopalpur on 17-7-15 And to treat the ailing
Lioness on 21-4-16.
5.PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings: Nil
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of Participants
1. October,
13-14,
2015
Workshop cum Brain Storming Session on “Current
status and future prospects of animal production
system in North West Himalayan Region” organized
by Regional Research Station of IVRI at Palampur.
Dr. Des Raj
2. November,
4-5, 2015
3rd Biennial National Conference of Indian Academy
of Veterinary Nutrition and Animal Welfare
(IAVNAW) on “Interventions in livestock production-
cum-health and crop mixed farming for nutritional
security” at COVAS, Palampur.
Dr. Ankur Sharma
3. February,
17-19,
2016
34th Annual convention of the Indian Society for
Veterinary Medicine and National Symposium on
“Newer approaches in diagnosis and management of
animal diseases for sustainable health and production”
at College of Veterinary Science, Guru Angad Dev
Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Ludhiana
Punjab.
Dr. Des Raj
Dr. R.K. Mandial
Dr. Ankur Sharma
Dr. Ajay Katoch
4. April, 27-
30, 2016
Workshop on “Zero budget natural farming” organized
by CSK HPKV Palampur.
Dr. Des Raj
Dr. Ankur Sharma
5. May, 1,
2016
Seminar on “Contemporary Veterinary Issues in
Himachal Pradesh” organized by Himachal Pradesh
State Veterinary Council at COVAS, Palampur.
Dr. Des Raj
Dr. Ankur Sharma
6. May, 19-
20, 2016
Seminar on “Krishi Anusandhan Avum Takniki
Shabdavali” organized by Commission for scientific
and technical terminology, Ministry of HRD,
Dr. Ankur Sharma
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Department of Higher education, Govt. of India and
Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute,
Palampur at COVAS Palampur.
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED: Nil
7. TRAININGS IMPARTED:
1. Dr. Ankur Sharma and Dr. Ajay Katoch acted as resource persons during VERU
certificate course on “Veterinary emergency response operations” at COVAS conducted
for final year B.V.Sc&AH students (46 in number) during 9-9-15 to 12-9-15.
2. Dr. D.R. Wadhwa acted as a resource person in workshop cum Brain storming session on
“Current status and future prospects of animal production system in North west
Himalayan region” organized by regional research station of IVRI at Palampur w.e.f.
Oct., 13-14, 2015, where 50 participants took part.
3. Dr. Ankur Sharma and Dr. Ajay Katoch acted as resource persons in a training to NDRF
Inspectors and Sub-Inspectors (29 in number) on “ Management of animals during
emergencies” under VERU of COVAS during 26-11-15 to 31-11-15.
4. Dr. Ajay Katoch delivered a lecture to 20 participants on “Different diseases of livestock
and their management” on 8-6-16, in five days training programme on dairy farming for
the farmers of Solan district sponsored by Project Director, ATMA Solan.
5. Dr. Ankur Sharma acted as Co-cordinator / Liaison officer for conducting the SSB-
constables (Vet.) promotional training course (25 weeks duration) for the part conducted
at COVAS w.e.f. 7-8-2015 (36 trainees) and 22-4-16 (30 trainees).
8. HONOURS AND AWARDS
1. Dr. Ajay Katoch won second best paper award in oral presentation for the paper entitled
“Investigations and management of canine seizures” at 34th Annual convention of the Indian
Society for Veterinary Medicine and National Symposium on “Newer approaches in diagnosis
and management of animal diseases for sustainable health and production” at College of
Veterinary Science, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Ludhiana
Punjab held w.e.f. February, 17-19, 2016.
2. Dr. Des Raj acted as a member of editorial board of Journal of Animal Research.
3. Dr. Des Raj acted as referee for article in Indian Journal of Vet. Medicine.
4. Dr. Des Raj acted as a member, Board of Studies, COVAS and is also a member of Para
Veterinary Council of Himachal Pradesh. He acted as Chairman, Inspection committee of
Para Veterinary council for inspection of Veterinary Pharmacist Training Institute, MLIS
Kotla Barog (Distt. Sirmour).
5. Dr. Des Raj is member of State level purchase committee for finalizing rate contract of
medicines for Department of Animal Husbandry.
6. Dr. Des Raj acted as external expert for selection of Scientist and Senior Scientist at Indian
Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM) Jammu, and for selection of Young Professional-1 at
IVRI, Regional Research Centre Palampur.
7. Dr. Ajay Katoch acted as a member of editorial board of Indian Journal of Veterinary
Medicine during the year.
8. Dr. R.K. Mandial continued as President of State Chapter of Indian Society for Veterinary
Medicine, while Dr. Ankur Sharma as General Secretary.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY GYNAECOLOGY & OBSTETRICS
1. INTRODUCTION
The Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics was established inJuly 1986 as
a combined department (Surgery & Gynaecology)and subsequently declared as a separate
department (Gynaecology & Obstetrics)in July 1991. Following adoption of Veterinary Council
of India Regulations, the department is now known as Department of Veterinary Gynaecology
&Obstetrics. This department is DST-FIST sponsored department w.e.f 2012.This
department has been involved in teaching the undergraduate as well as the postgraduate students
(M.V.Sc and Ph.D), research and extension activities. Being a clinical department, this
department provides clinical facilities to the farmers of Himachal Pradesh. The main thrust areas
of the department include Female Infertility, Andrology, Obstetrics and Reproductive
Biotechnology.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course
No.
Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. VGO-411 Veterinary Gynaecology 2+1 Drs. Navneet Kumar,
Madhumeet Singh, Purabi
Barman and Amit Sharma
2. VCP-411 Vety. Clinical Practice 0+5 Drs. Navneet Kumar, Pravesh
Kuamr, Amit Sharma and
Purabi Barman
3. VGO-511 Veterinary Andrology and
Reproductive Techniques
1+1 Drs. Pankaj Sood , Pravesh
Kumar and Amit Sharma
4 VOG-511 Andrology and A.I. 2+0 Drs. Madhumeet Singh,
Pravesh Kumar and Purabi
Barman
5 VOG-512 ---------do--------- (Practical) 0+2 Drs. Madhumeet Singh, Amit
Kumar and Pravesh Kumar
6 VAC-511 Ambulatory Clinics-II 0+2 Drs. Purabi, Amit Kumar and
Pravesh Kumar
7 VGO-511 Veterinary Andrology and
Reproductive Techniques
1+1 Drs. Pankaj Sood , Pravesh
Kumar and Amit Sharma
2nd Semester
1. VGO-421 Veterinary Obstetrics 1+1 Drs. Madhumeet Singh,
Pravesh Kumar, Amit Sharma
and Navneet Kumar
2. VCP-421 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Drs. Pankaj Sood, Purabi
Barman, Amit Sharma and
Pravesh Kumar
3. Study
Circle
Fun/ Sport Animal Study Circle - Dr. Purabi Barman/Dr.
Madhumeet Singh
4. VPB-321 Animal Biotechnology 2+1 Dr. Pankaj Sood
5. Tracking
Programme
Cryobiology of Gametes 2+0 Drs. Navneet Kumar and
Pravesh Kumar
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Postgraduate Courses:
S.
No.
Course
No.
Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VOG-601 Veterinary Gynaecology 3+1 Drs. N.K.Vasishta and
Madhumeet Singh
2. VOG-602 Female Infertility 3+1 Drs. Madhumeet Singh and
Pravesh Kumar
3. VOG-605 Semen Preservation and A.I 2+1 Drs. Madhumeet Singh and
Pravesh Kumar
4. VOG-607 Clinical Practice-I 0+3 Drs. Pravesh, Madhumeet
Singh and Pravesh Kumar
5. VOG-691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Dr. Pravesh Kumar
6. VOG-699 Master’s Research 1-18 Dr. Madhumeet Singh
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VOG-603 Veterinary Obstetrics 2+2 Drs. Madhumeet and
N.K.Vasishta
2. VOG-606 Reproductive Biotechnology 2+1 Drs. N.K.Vasishta
and Madhumeet Singh
3. VOG-608 Clinical Practice –II 0+3 Drs. Madhumeet Singh
and N.K.Vasishta
4. VOG-691 Master’s Seminar 1+0 Dr. Madhumeet Singh
5. VOG-699 Master’s Research 1-18 Dr. Madhumeet Singh
Ph. D. Courses (1st Semester)
1. VOG-701 Advances in Gynaecology 2+1 Drs. N.K.Vasishta and
Madhumeet Singh
2. VOG-705 Advances in Semen Preservation 1+1 Drs. Madhumeet Singh and
Pankaj Sood
3. VOG-706 Clinical Practice -I 0+3 Drs. Madhumeet Singh and
Pravesh Kumar
4. VOG-707 Clinical Practice –II 0+3 Drs. N.K.Vasishta and
Madhumeet Singh
5 VOG-791 Doctoral Seminar I 1+0 Dr. N.K.Vasishta
6 VOG-799 Doctoral Research 0+18
(NC)
Dr. Madhumeet Singh
Ph. D. Courses (2nd Semester)
1. VOG-702 Advances in Obstetrics 2+1 Drs. Madhumeet Singh and
N.K.Vasishta
2. VOG-704 Advances in Reproductive
Biotechnology
1+1 Drs. N.K.Vasishta and
Madhumeet Singh
3. VOG-707 Clinical Practice –II 0+3 Drs. Madhumeet and
N.K.Vasishta
4. VOG-799 Doctoral Research 1-18 Dr. Madhumeet Singh
and Pankaj Sood
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3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Masters Programme:
Ongoing Doctoral Programme:
Postgraduate Research Salient Achievements
S.
No.
Title of
Research
problem
Salient Research Achievements
1 Ultrasonographic
and laparoscopic
studies on
genitalia of
abandoned cows
Study comprised evaluation of genitalia of abandoned cows through
transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS) and transabdominal laparoscopy
(TAL). Also Laparoscopic chromopertubation using methylene blue dye was
done to evaluate tubal patency. TRUS allowed more detailed evaluation of
genital tract pathologies compared to rectal palpation. TAL could be
successfully done through flank approach for evaluation of genitalia and
laparoscopic chromopertubation could be standardized for tubal patency
evaluation in cows. Both TRUS and TAL were effective diagnostic tools for
evaluation of genital abnormalities compared to rectal palpation. Further, use
of diagnostic tools indicated that actual incidence of reproductive
abnormalities may be higher in abandoned cows than detected by rectal
palpation.
2 Study on
efficacy of
different
therapeutic
regimens on
restoring fertility
of infertile
Abandoned cows, reared in 18 Goshalas in different districts of Himachal
Pradesh were examined clino-gynaecologically for reproductive status.
Overall 321 abandoned cows diagnosed to be affected with 402
reproductive ailments (few of them with multifactor etiology) were taken
for this study. These animals were treated as per the condition diagnosed.
Uterine discharge samples of cows diagnosed as endometritis were
subjected to culture sensitivity tests. There was highest prevalence of
S. No. Name of the
student
Admission
No.
Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Dr. Rohit
Sharma
V-2013-30-
005
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh
Study on efficacy of different therapeutic
regimens on restoring fertility of infertile
abandoned cows maintained in Goshalas of
Himachal Pradesh
2. Dr. Sunil
Kumar
V-2013-30-
006
Dr.Pankaj Sood Studies on estrous behaviour and estrous
cycle related endocrine profile of Gaddi goats.
3. Dr. Kapse
Supriya
Shivaji
V-2014-30-
013
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh
Efficacy of the some programmed breeding
protocols on fertility following timed AI in
dairy cows in Himachal Pradesh
S.
No.
Name of the
student
Admission
No. Major advisor Title of Research Problem
1. Dr.
Khursheed
Ahmad Sofi
V-2012-40-
004
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh
Ultrasonographic and laparoscopic studies
on genitalia of abandoned cows
2. Dr.Amit
Sharma
V-2014-40-
002
Dr.Pankaj Sood Investigation of follicular dynamics and
semen cryopreservation in goats
3. Dr. Pravesh
Kumar
V-2015-40-
001
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh
Infertility in bovines of Himachal Pradesh –
Prevalence, diagnosis and therapeutic
management.
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abandoned cows
maintained in
Goshalas of
Himachal
Pradesh
endometritis (27.8%) followed by cervical disorders (14.43%) which
included cervical fibrosis, cervicitis, non-patent cervix and kinked cervix
etc. However management errors were detected in 38.80 per cent animals.
The antibiogram of uterine discharges indicated highest sensitivity for
fluoroquinolones derivatives and gentamicin followed by tetracycline.
Whereas high resistance was recorded forMetronidazole,
Penicillin,Cloxacillin andNitrofurantoin. All bacteria were resistant
toCotrimoxazole. Copper concentration significantly increased in
recovered abandoned cows suffering from endometritis and treated anestrus
cows, irrespective of recovery. Inorganic phosphorus concentrations
significantly increased only in recovered true anestrus animals. The post-
treatment recovery could be followed in 220 cows with 280 reproductive
problems. A good proportion of endometritic cows (21.69%) responded to
treatment whereas only 2.17 percent of the animals affected with cervical
problems conceived. High post treatment recovery was recorded in true
anestrus (42.17%) and silent estrus (56.25%) cows. In all 37 (16.82%)
abandoned cows conceived out of total 220 cows followed to evaluate post-
treatment recovery. Principal contributor to reproductive problems in
abandoned cows was technical errors committed by personals handling
genitalia (50.00%) of which only 12.75 per cent were treatable. Whereas,
much higher (44.45 %) post treatment recovery rate was recorded in cows
(38.80 %) suspected to have managemental problems.
3 Efficacy of the
some
programmed
breeding
protocols on
fertility
following timed
AI in dairy cows
in Himachal
Pradesh
In all, 201 cows were divided into three treatments viz; Ovsynch, Heatsynch
and Doublesynch synchronization protocols and one control groups.
Treatment was started in all the cyclic on day 6 of estrous cycle after the
observed heat. In the ovsynch protocol group, cows were injected GnRH-PG-
GnRH hormones on day 0, 7 and 9, respectively. Similarly, in the
Doublesynch protocol group PG-GnRH-PG-GnRH were given on days -2, 0,
7 and 9 and in the Heatsynch protocol group cows GnRH-PG-EB was
injected on day 0, 7 and 8, respectively. All these cows were inseminated on
day 10 and 11. Control cows did not receive any treatment and were
inseminated on the day of observed heat. Ovsynch protocol improved
conception in cows when the protocol was initiated on day 6 of estrous cycle.
The highest conception rate was recorded in the cows synchronized with
Ovsynch protocol (47.91%) followed by Doublesynch (41.66%), Heatsynch
(36.17%) and control (37.14%) groups. Transrectal ultrasonographic
examination of the ovaries was done in the cows to study the follicular
dynamics and to establish a relationship between the follicle size and
pregnancy status. There was a significant relation between follicular size
at AI and pregnancy rate in cows.
b. Research Projects in Progress
S. No. Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget
(lakhs)
Year of
start
Duration
1. Fund for Improvement of S&T
(FIST) Infrastructure in Higher
Educational Institutions.
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh
DST 30.00 2012 5 years
2. Management of bovine infertility
through improved scientific
interventions
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh
RKVY 18.00 2014
2 years
(After
extension)
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Component 1: Prevalent
practices versus scientific
management and therapeutics of
bovine dystocia in Himachal
Pradesh
3. Component 2: Investigation of
various etiologies responsible
for infertility and their treatment
in bovines in Himachal Pradesh
Dr.Pravesh
Kumar
upto Aug 2015
Dr.Madhumeet
Singh from Aug
2015 onwards
RKVY 22.00 2014
2 years
(After
extension)
c. Summary of research finding during the year
1. Laparoscopic diagnosis of reproductive problems in cows has been started for the first time
in India by Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics. This latest work started
in the department is providing advanced information of abnormalities of reproductive
system of cows. Work has been done successfully for the first time in country to diagnose
patency of fallopian tubes of cows with laparoscope, which was otherwise difficult to be
diagnosed.
2. During a study on reproductive status of abandoned cows maintained in various Gosadans
and possibilities of treating those, 55.0% had reproductive problems. Further it was found that
out of all reproductive problems in abandoned cows, 50.0% were caused by technical errors
committed by personals handling genitalia, of which only 13.0% were treatable. Whereas,
40.0% reproductive problems in these abandoned cows were suspected to be due to
managemental problems like poor feeding by owner. However, a much higher post
treatment recovery rate of 44.0% was recorded in these cows with managemental problems.
Irrespective of the reasons, overall treatable percentage of various reproductive ailments
was 23.0%.
3. As this study indicated that a very high incidence of genital tract ailments in abandoned cows
was associated with injuries/technical errors attributed to the faulty Artificial Insemination
(AI) technique, there was felt a need to improve the skill of personnel involved in AI
programme of the state. As majority of AI is performed by Veterinary Pharmacists due to the
shortage of Doctors in state Animal Husbandry department, it was decided to impart refresher
training to working Veterinary Pharmacists and thus overall 729 pharmacists were refreshed
in 31 refresher trainings under RKVY projects from 2012 to 2014. A very positive result of
pharmacist trainings imparted has emerged from the data generated from infertility camps. In
majority of cows, repeat breeding in general and endometritis in particular are responsible for
animals not conceiving and mainly caused by inefficient inseminators. While comparing data
of camps organized in different parts of Himachal in year 2014-15, with the camps organized
in 2015-16, it was found that incidence of repeat breeding has decreased by 10% and
endometritis alone has decreased by 7%. This decrease can be attributed to improved technical
skills of pharmacists imparted refresher training. There is a hope that if the same trend of
improvement continues then the number of cows abandoned by owners due to reproductive
problems may also decrease.
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
1. Sharma, A., Kumar, P., Singh, M. and Vasishta,N.K. (2015) Haemato-biochemical and
endocrine profiling of north western Himalayan Gaddi sheep during various
physiological/reproductive phases. Open Veterinary Journal 5(2): 103-107
2. Agrawal, J.K., Vashistha, N.K., Sharma, A., Sharma, R., Singh, M.M., and Kumar, P. (2015).
Histopathological study of naturally occurring pathological conditions of uterus affecting
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reproduction in small ruminants. Indian Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Biotechnology
11(2): 19-22.
3. Bangthai, A., Sood, P., Madhumeet Singh, Kumar, R., Dogra, P.K., Nanda, T., Sharma, R.,
Vishwaradhya, T.M., Pankaj Kumar and Pravesh Kumar (2015) Response and quantification
of certain milk attributes following artificial induction of lactation in Jersey crossbred cows
of Himachal Pradesh. Himachal Journal of Agricultural Research 41(1): 55-60.
4. Agrawal, J.K., Kumar, N., Singh, M.M., Sharma, A. and Kumar P. (2015). Seasonal variations
in ovarian follicular growth in sheep and goats of Himachal Pradesh. Ruminant Science. 4(1):
33-35.
5. Jaswal, R.S., Tarun Thakur, Madhumeet Singh and Ghuman, S.P.S. (2016). Impact of
Buserelin acetate administration at estrus or during luteal phase on plasma progesterone in
dairy cattle reared under temperate climate. Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction 37: 35-
36.
6. Mridu Sharma, Madhumeet Singh, Amit Sharma and Pravesh Kumar (2016). Correlation
between semen evaluation parameters and fertility of frozen-thawed semen of Jersey x local
hill Cattle crossbred bulls. Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction 37: 52-54.
ii). Presentations
1. Madhumeet Singh (2015). Infertility due to technical errors – a cause of abandoning the cows.
LEAD PAPER. Proc. 1st National Conference of Society for Veterinary and Animal
Husbandry Extension (SVAHE) on “Push to Livestock farming through knowledge
empowerment of the farmers”. Ludhiana November, 18-20, p 236-238.
2. Sofi, K.A., Singh, M.M., Vasishta, N.K., Kumar, P. and Sharma, A. (2015). Transabdominal
laparoscopy as a diagnostic tool for the evaluation of genitalia in bovines. Proc. XXXI annual
convention of ISSAR and National symposium on “Current challenges and opportunities in
Animal Reproduction”, Bangalore, December, 3-5, 2015. pp 23.
3. Sofi, K.A., Singh, M.M., Kumar, P., Vasishta, N.K. and Sharma, A. (2015). Laparoscopic
chromopertubation for the evaluation of tubal patency in bovines. Proc. XXXI annual
convention of ISSAR and National symposium on “Current challenges and opportunities in
Animal Reproduction”, Bangalore, December, 3-5, 2015. pp 46.
4. EXTENSION
Clinical camps:
S.
No.
Place District Date S.
No.
Place District Date
1. Datt Nagar Shimla 27.07.2015 15 Manlog Solan 27.11.2015
2. Kareri Shimla 27.07.2015 16 Domehar Solan 28.11.2015
3. Kalai Shimla 28.07.2015 17 Bhumati Solan 28.11.2015
4. Dofda Shimla 28.07.2015 18 Sakdi Kangra 13.02.2016
5. Syarla Shimla 29.07.2015 19 Bhatoli Kangra 13.03.2016
6. Kumsu 1 Shimla 29.07.2015 20 Katgaon Kinnaur 04.04.2016
7. Lathyana Sirmour 17.08.2015 21 Kafnu Kinnaur 04.04.2016
8. Deed baggar Sirmour 18.08.2015 22 Kanam Kinnaur 05.04.2016
9. Daan Pathar Kangra 26.08.2015 23 Labrang Kinnaur 05.04.2016
10. Slate Godam Kangra 25.09.2015 24 Giabong Kinnaur 05.04.2016
11. Killar Pangi, Chamba 12.10.2015 25 Pooh Kinnaur 06.04.2016
12. Darcha Lahaul & Spiti 14.10.2015 26 Namgia Kinnaur 06.04.2016
13. Sagnam Lahaul & Spiti 16.10.2015 27 Kalpa Kinnaur 07.04.2016
14. Kaza Lahaul & Spiti 16.10.2015
In addition 24 Saturdays class camps
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TEACHING VETERINARY CLINICAL COMPLEX
1. INTRODUCTION
The department functions in the premises of ‘’advanced multidisciplinary veterinary services
farmer’s capacity building centre” of DGCN COVAS. The intent is accomplished with co-
ordination and extension of services from different departments. The most important ones include
Veterinary - Gynaecology, Surgery and Medicine involved in diagnosis and treatment of animals.
The other paraclinical and supporting departments such as Veterinary – Microbiology, Pathology
and Parasitology also play an important role in providing diagnostic expertise. The department is
also equipped with a lab rendering instant diagnostic results for certain biological specimens from
live animals. Besides, it also has a basic lodging facility for the animals and their owners. The
other dimension of the department is in providing practical exposure to the undergraduate and
postgraduate students from different clinical and paraclinical departments within the ambit of
Veterinary Council of India.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr. Hrs. Name of Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. VCP-411 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Drs. --Pankaj Sood (I/C),
Dr Arvind, SP Tyagi,
Adarsh, Ankur, R K
Mandial, Des Raj, Dr.
Pravesh
2. VCP-511 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Drs…. Pankaj Sood (I/C),
Arvind,SP Tyagi, Adarsh,
Ankur, R K Mandial, Des
Raj
3. VLD-411 Veterinary Clinical
Biochemistry and
Laboratory Diagnosis - I
0+1 Dr. Geetanjali, Dr Prasenjit
Dhar, Dr. KB Nagal, Dr RD
Patil
2nd Semester
1. VCP-421 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Drs…. Pankaj Sood (I/C),
Arvind, SP Tyagi, Adarsh,
Ankur, R K Mandial, Des
Raj, Navneet, Pravesh
2. VCP-511 Veterinary Clinical Practice 0+5 Drs…. Pankaj Sood (I/C),
Arvind, SP Tyagi, Adarsh,
Ankur, R K Mandial, Des
Raj, Madhumeet, Pravesh
3. VLD-421 Veterinary Clinical
Biochemistry and
Laboratory Diagnosis - II
0+1 Dr Geetanjali, Dr Rajesh
Chahota, Dr KB Nagal, DR
RD Patil, Dr Dinesh
4. - Compulsory Internship
Programme
- Drs… Pankaj Sood (I/C),
Shivani, Prasanjeet
5. TVC-421 Veterinarian in Society 1+0(N.C) Dr Alok
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3. RESEARCH
a. Postgraduate Research
b. Research Projects in Progress
S.
No.
Title of Project PI Funding
Agency
Budget Year of
start
Duration
4. Empowering rural
women of Himachal
Pradesh: Sustainable
dairy entrepreneurship
Pankaj Sood Department of
Science and
Technology,
New Delhi,
India.
19.34
lakhs
2013 3 years
[finished
June,
2016]
5. Ultra-sonography and
radioimmunoassay
assisted endocrine
modulation of ovarian
follicular dynamics for
augmentation of
pregnancy rate in cows
Pankaj Sood BARC,
Bombay. India.
28.67
lakhs
2013 3 years
[finished
March,
2016]
6. Propagation of AI in
goats of Himachal
Pradesh”
Pankaj Sood Ministry of
Agriculture,
Government of
India
72.98
lakhs
2013 3 years
7. Therapeutic efficacy of
Olone-CEF Plus Bolus
against certain infections
in cows’
Pankaj Sood Rodec
Pharmaceuticals,
Noida. India.
0.4 lakhs 2015 6 months
[finished
March,
2016]
8. All India Coordinated
Research Project
(AICRP) on “Goat
Improvement (Gaddi
Unit)”
PK Dogra Indian Council
of Agricultural
Research, New
Delhi. India.
118
lakhs
2007 Long
term
c. Summary of research finding during the year
1. Findings Under the project “EMPOWERING RURAL WOMEN OF HIMACHAL
PRADESH: SUSTAINABLE DAIRY ENTREPRENEURSHIP”: Five follow up camps in different locations were undertaken and data on the soil samples
vis-à-vis blood biochemical analysis from different geographical locations of the state has
been finalized.
The data has been submitted for GIS based mapping for recommendation of area specific
mineral mixture.
2. Findings Under the project “Ultrasonography and radioimmunoassay assisted endocrine
modulation of ovarian follicular dynamics for augmentation of pregnancy rate in cows”
Factors affecting pharmacological induction of estrus in cattle were determined.
Ovarian follicular status at the time of PG injection determines the time of estrus onset
and therefore regulates the timing of AI.
Repeat breeders had relatively higher E2 concentration, more number of follicles and a
faster growth rate per se, probably hastening the estrus onset and therefore an altered
timing of AI.
3. Findings Under the project “Propagation of AI in goats of Himachal Pradesh”
Follicular dynamics in Gaddi goats during non-breeding season has been completed.
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d. Scientific Publications and Presentations
i). Publications
INTERNATIONAL [ELSEVIER]
1) Zachut M, Sood, P,Levinc Y and Moallem U. 2016. Proteomic analysis of preovulatory
follicular fluid reveals differentially abundant proteins in less fertile dairy cows. Journal of
Proteomics 139: 122-129.
2) Zachut M, Sood P, Livshitz L, Kra G, Levin Y and Moallem U. 2016. Proteome dataset of
pre-ovulatory follicular fluids from less fertile dairy cows. Data in Brief 7: 1515–1
NATIONAL
1) Kumar, A., Sood, P., and others. 2015. Response and quantification of certain milk attributes
following artificial induction of lactation in Jersey crossbred cows of Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal J Agri Res 41(1): 55-60.
2) Pankaj Sood and others. 2014. Retrospective evaluation of different fodder regimens and
climate on pregnancy rate in Jersey crossbred cows of subtemperate region. Indian Journal
of Animal Reproduction. 35(2): 50-55.
ii). Presentations
INVITED LECTURES
1. Pankaj Sood. 2015. Etiopathology of repeat breeding in dairy cows.In proceeding of “Winter
School on Current concepts and frontier technologies for fertility management in farm
animals” Organized by Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics / LPM. NDRI,
Karnal. pp. 54-58.
2. Pankaj Sood. 2015. Breeding failure in cattle: An update. In proceeding of “Improved
reproduction rate in ruminants by suitable reproductive technologies” of the advanced
training course held at Centre of Advanced Faculty Training in Veterinary Gynaecology and
Reproduction. September 02-22. 3. “Emergency conditions affecting pet and farm animals and its first aid”
……during……Training for National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). DGCN COVAS.
Lecture delivered on 29-10-2015.
CONFERENCE
4. Pankaj Sood*, H D Sarma, P K Dogra, R Kadwad, SS Sachdev. 2016. FACTORS
AFFECTING PHARMACOLOGICAL INDUCTION OF ESTRUS IN CATTLE. Paper
presented in the XV Annual Congress of Indian Society of Veterinary Pharmacology and
Toxicology (ISVPT) from January 14 to 16 at NDRI., Karnal. pp. 60
iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin - Nil
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension PublicationNil
b. Radio talk/ TV TelecastNil
5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings: NIl
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S. No. Title Name of Participants
1. In the XXV congress of Indian Society of
Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (ISVPT)
from January 14 to 16 at NDRI., Karnal.
Dr Pankaj Sood
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6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED - --- Nil
7. HONOURS AND AWARDS
Elected as ‘FELLOW’ of ‘NATIONAL ACADEMY OF DAIRY SCIENCE – INDIA’.
BEST POSTER AWARD for the article FACTORS AFFECTING PHARMACOLOGICAL
INDUCTION OF ESTRUS IN CATTLE presented in the XV Annual Congress of Indian
Society of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (ISVPT). 2016.
8. FACULTY VISITS ABROAD- NIL
9. MISCELLANEOUS
1 CLINICAL CAMP ……[KHAIRA] 23-01-16 23-01-16 -
2. .............DO……..….……[PALPLAH] 30-01-16 30-01-16 - 13 cases
3. .............DO………..….……[JALAG] 06-02-16 06-02-16 - 10 cases
4. .............DO……..…….……[HARSI] 27-02-16 27-02-16 - 23 cases
5. .............DO…………….…[DARANG] 19-03-16 19-03-16 - 2 cases
6. .............DO……..………… [DADH ] 26-03-16 26-03-16 - 11 cases
7 .............DO……..………… [DEOL] 16-04-16 16-04-16 - 22 cases
8 .............DO………..…… [CHOBIN] 30-04-16 30-04-16 - 12 cases
9 .............DO…………… [SAGOOR ] 07-05-16 07-05-16 - 10 cases
10 CPD training for VETERINARY OFFICERS
conducted in Veterinary Surgery and
Radiology
02-07-15 02-07-15 1 12
11 ……………………….DO………………… 07-07-15 07-07-15 1 12
12 ……………………….DO………………… 22-07-15 22-07-15 1 12
13 ……………………….DO………………… 27-07-15 27-07-15 1 12
14 ……………………….DO………………… 05-08-15 05-08-15 1 12
CLINICAL ACTIVITIES
OPD Camps
Month Total
cases
Samples in
VLD Lab
Emerg
ency
Consul
tancy
Referred
Cases
Admit
Cases
Amount Camp
No.s
Cases
July 2015 548 134 11 130 23 8 27670 1 37
Aug 2015 611 87 3 170 4 7 22815 3 101
Sep 2015 524 140 6 150 15 4 29085 2 38
Oct 2015 453 94 5 210 14 4 22820 3 60
Nov 2015 388 68 3 150 3 2 16200 1 27
Dec 2016 441 54 2 140 10 3 21325 - -
Jan 2016 516 70 3 160 7 6 20085 2 54
Feb 2016 520 117 2 130 14 5 31595 3 81
Mar 2016 620 125 12 150 18 6 24660 3 54
Apr 2016 548 90 10 150 18 9 23010 2 62
May 2016 654 164 5 140 19 14 37175 1 17
June 2016 599 97 4 200 9 5 23715 - -
TOTAL 6422 1240 66 1880 154 73 300155 21 531
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INSTRUCTIONAL LIVESTOCK FARM COMPLEX
1. INTRODUCTION
The present department of Instructional Livestock Farm Complex came into existence on
16th May, 2013 vide office order no. QSD.1-24/2011-CSKHPKV(GA) Vol.IV/30209-322 dated
May 16,2013 with the merger of teaching and non-teaching staff and infrastructure of existing
Livestock Farm. Going back to the history of the farm, it was established in March, 1975 as a
component of “Indo-New Zealand Livestock Improvement Project (INLIP)” by importing a
nucleus Jersey herd of 64 pregnant heifers, 111 weaned calves and 5 proven bulls from New
Zealand. The primary aim of this project was to bring revolutionary improvement in the livestock
wealth of Himachal Pradesh by resorting to crossbreeding with Jersey, a highly suitable exotic
dairy cattle breed for hilly regions. After completion of the above said project in 1981-82, the
activities further continued as “Intensive Livestock Improvement Project (ILIP)” funded through
state plan / non-plan schemes initially under the then Department of Animal Production,
Directorate of Research and then under the College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences. The
Livestock Farm became an independent unit in 1997, with bifurcation of the Department of
Animal Breeding and Genetics. It was administratively attached with the Department of Livestock
Production & Management, COVAS, HPKV, Palampur from 2005 to 2010. Since, 2010 to May,
2013, the Livestock Farm functioned as a totally independent administrative unit till creation of
full-fledged Department of Instructional Livestock Farm Complex.
This department is the only livestock teaching unit of the university which provides
research support in terms of research materials, experimental animals and others facilities to
different departments of the university and in particular to the College of Veterinary & Animal
Sciences.
2. TEACHING
Undergraduates Courses:
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr. Hrs. Name of
Teacher(s)
1st Semester
1. LFP-211 Livestock Farm Practices 0+1 P.K. Dogra & Dr.
Rajesh Thakur
2nd Semester
1. LFP-221 Livestock Farm Practices 0+1 P.K. Dogra & Dr.
Rajesh Thakur
2. ---------- Compulsory Internship 46 students
(7 batches)
for 14 days
duration
each
P.K. Dogra &
Parveen Sharma
Postgraduate Courses: NIL
S.
No.
Course No. Course Title Cr.
Hrs.
Name of Teacher(s)
M.V. Sc. Courses (1st Semester)
1. LFP-491 Dairy Farm Management 1+1 P.K.Dogra & Sanjay
Khurana
M.V. Sc. Courses (2nd Semester)
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1. LFP-491 Dairy Farm Management 1+1 P.K.Dogra & Sanjay
Khurana
3. RESEARCH
a. Research Projects in Progress
S.
N.
Title of the Project PI/Co-PI Funding
Source
Budget
(Rs in
Lacs)
Year of
Start
Duration
1. AICRP on goat
improvement (Gaddi Field
Unit)
Dr. P. K. Dogra
as PI
AICRP
(ICAR)
27.99 2009 Continued
2. Empowering rural women
of Himachal Pradesh:
sustainable dairy
entrepreneurship.
Completed in June 2016.
Dr. P. K. Dogra
as Co-PI
DST, New
Delhi
19.34
lac.
2012 Completed
3. Ultrasonography and
radioimmunoassay assisted
endocrine modulation of
ovarian follicular dynamics
for augmentation of
pregnancy rate in cows.
Completed in March 2016.
Dr. P. K. Dogra
as Co-PI
BARC,
Mumbai
24.89
lac.
2013 Completed
4. Propagation of AI in goats
of Himachal Pradesh.
Dr. P. K. Dogra
as Co-PI
Min. of
Agri. GOI
72.98
lac.
2013 4 years
5. Studies on the use of Apple
Pomace as livestock feed
ingredient.
Dr. P.K Dogra
as Co-PI
RKVY,
HP Gov.
25.5 lac 2015 3 years
6. Impact Analysis of
Integrated Watershed
Project in Swan Catchment,
in Una district of HP
Dr. RK Thakur
as Co-PI
Swan
Rever
Project
4.89 2013 1.5 years
7. Vulnerability Assessment
of Agriculture-Horticulture
Sector in Kullu district of
HP
Dr. RK Thakur
as Co-PI
SDC
12.13 2013 2 years
8. AICRP on soybean Dr. GD Sharma
as Co-PI
ICAR 25.00 2012 3 years
( Associated
as volunteer
centre)
c. Summary of research finding during the year
d. Scientific Publications and Presentations (as per standard format)
i). Publications
1.Bangthai Ajit, Sood Pankaj, Singh Madhumeet, Kumar Ravinder, Dogra P.K., Nanda
Trilok, Sharma Ravindra, Vishwaradhya T.M., Kumar Pankaj and Kumar Parvesh (2015).
Response and quantification of certain milk attributes following artificial induction of
lactation in Jersey crossbred cows of Himachal Pradesh. Himachal J. Agric. Res. 41 (1): 55-
60.
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2. Sankhyan Varun, Thakur Y.P., Katoch S. and Dogra P.K. (2015). Factors affecting
fertility, hatchability and chick survivability in poultry germplasm under sub temperate
conditions. Himachal J. Agric. Res. 41 (1): 83-85.
3.Thakur Rakesh, Sankhyan Varun and Dogra P K (2016). Capacity building: an effective
tool for augmenting poultry production in Himachal Pradesh. J. Krishi Vigyan 4(2): 99-100.
4.Sankhyan Varun, Thakur YP, Thakur Rakesh, Dogra P.K. and Katoch Sanjit (2015). Of
crossbreeding indigenous chicken with improved germplasm for performance assessment
and adaptability under village farming system in Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh,
India. Paper presented in the International Conference on ‘Potential for poultry production
in developing countries’. Organized by WSPA, held at Belak Antalya, Turkey, Oct. 15-18,
2015.In proceedings pp78-80.
5.Dogra P.K., Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Y.P. (2015). Migratory pastoralism: mainstay
of hill livestock farming, constraints and future prospects. Lead paper presented in the 3rd
biennial national conference on ‘Interventions in livestock production – cum- health and
crop mixed farming for nutritional security’. November 4-5, 2015. Organised by
Department of Animal Nutrition, COVAS, CSKHPKV at Palampur. Pp 42-52.
6.Singh Geetanjali, Bhardwaj Bishrutee and Dogra P.K. (2015). Role of nutrition in
preventing bovine sub-clinical mastitis. Abstract presented in the 3rd biennial national
conference on ‘Interventions in livestock production – cum- health and crop mixed farming
for nutritional security’. November 4-5, 2015. Organised by Department of Animal
Nutrition, COVAS, CSKHPKV at Palampur. Pp 150.
7.Sood Pankaj, Sarma H.D., Dogra P.K., Kadwal R. and Sachdev S.S. (2016). Factors
affecting pharmacological induction of estrus in cattle. Abstract presented XV Annual
Convention of Indian Society of Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology (ISVPT) on
‘Nutritional pharmacology and toxicology beyond calories’. Jan. 14-16, 2016 held at
National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal. Abstr. No. ORP-020. (awarded as best poster).
8.Dogra P.K., Sankhyan Varun and Thakur Y.P. (2016).Reproductive efficiency of Gaddi
goats under transhumance production system. Paper presented in XII Annual Convention
of SOCDAB and national seminar on ‘Policy planning for livelihood security through
domestic animal biodiversity’, held at SKUAST-J, Jammu, Feb. 11-12, 2016.
9.Sankhyan Varun, Thakur Y.P., Dogra P.K. and Katoch Sanjit (2106).Biometery of
Rampur bushair sheep based on principal component analysisof various bod measurements.
Paper presented in XII Annual Convention of SOCDAB and national seminar on ‘Policy
planning for livelihood security through domestic animal biodiversity’, held at SKUAST-J,
Jammu, Feb. 11-12, 2016. (awarded second best poster).
10.Thakur Y.P., Sankhyan Varun and Dogra P.K. (2106).Production potential of native
chicken (Gallus domesticus) population of Himachal Pradeshfor various growth, egg
production, mortality and fertility traits. Paper presented in XII Annual Convention of
SOCDAB and national seminar on ‘Policy planning for livelihood security through
domestic animal biodiversity’, held at SKUAST-J, Jammu, Feb. 11-12, 2016.
11.Dogra P.K., Sankhyan Varun and Kumar Ravindra (2016). Pravasi charagah paddhati se
pasu paalan: pramukh samasyain avam nidan. Lead paper presented in the two days seminar
‘Agriculural Research and Technical Terminology in Hindi’. Organised jointly by IGFRI
Reg. Station, Palampur, Commission for Scietific and Tecnical terminology Ministry of
HRD New Delhi and COVAS, Palampur. May 19-20, 2016 at COVAS Palampur.
12. Rana M C, Nag Manu, Rana S S and Sharma, GD. 2015. Post –emergence herbicides
on weeds and productivity of garden pea under mid-hill conditions of Himalaya. Indian
Journal of Weed Science 47(2):153-157.
13. Sankhyan NK, Kumari Nitika, Dutta Jintu, Sharma Sanjay K and Sharma, GD. 2015.
Status and distribution of Sulphur in acidic alfisols of District Kangra, Himachal
Pradesh
ii). Presentations NIL
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iii). Manuals, Books, Booklets and Bulletin NIL
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication
b. Radio talk/ TV Telecast :
5.PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP/ CONFERENCES, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings:
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
S.
No.
Date Title Name of Participants
1. 27-30 April,
2016
National training programme on ‘Zero budget
natural farming’.Organized by DEE, CSKHPKV,
Palampur.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
Dr. GD Sharma
Dr. Rajesh Kr. Thakur
Dr. Parveen
2. 1 May 2016 HP state South zonal seminar on ‘Contemporary
Veterinary issues in Himachal Pradesh’. Organized
by Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Shimla at
COVAS, Palampur.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
Dr. Parveen Sharma
3. Nov. 4-5, 2015 National conference on ‘Interventions in livestock
production – cum- health and crop mixed farming
for nutritional security’. Organised by Department
of Animal Nutrition, COVAS, CSKHPKV at
Palampur.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
4. Jan 28-31,
2016
International Conference, ISAPM 2016 on
“Innovative Designs, Implements for Global
Environment & Entrepreneurial Needs Optimising
Utilitarian Sources” INDIGENOUS. Organized by
College of Veterinary Sciences, Rajendra Nagar,
Hydrabad.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
5. Feb. 11-12,
2016
National symposium on “Policy planning for
livelihood security through domestic animal
biodiversity’ and XIII Annual convention of
SOCDAB. Organized by Faculty of Vety. Sci. &
A.H., SKUAST-J, R S Pura, Jammu.
Dr. P.K. Dogra
6. May 19-20,
2016
Two days Seminar on ‘Agriculural Research and
Technical Terminology in Hindi’. Organized by
IGFRI Reg. Station, Palampur, Commission for
Scietific and Tecnical terminology Ministry of
HRD New Delhi and COVAS, Palampur
Dr. P.K. Dogra
9. April 5-7,
2016
Attended Annual Group Meeting of AICRP on
Soybean at Dharwad, Karnataka w.e.f.5-7.04.2016
Dr G. D. Sharma
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10. April 21,
23016
Participated in Agricultural Officers’ workshop on
kharif crops on 21.04.2016.
Dr G. D. Sharma and
Dr. Rajesh Kumar
Thakur
11. Nov. 21, 2015 Attended and participated in Agricultural Officers’
workshop on Rabi crops held at CSKHPKV,
Palampur on 21.11.2015
Dr G. D. Sharma and
Dr. Rajesh Kumar
Thakur
6.WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED: NIL
7. MISCELLANEOUS
The knowledge of modern scientific practices of animal management was transferred to
1439 farmers and school students, through 104 group visits, across all districts of HP and
neighboring states including J& K, Punjab and UP. The faculty delivered 58 lectures to farmers
under different raining programmes of the university.
The fodder production unit managed to produce 9404.28 qtl. of green fodder out of
which 524.42 qtl. was preserved as silage for feeding during lean period.
The dairy unit managed overall conception rate for first, second and third insemination
as 45.45, 55.55 and 58.58%, respectively. The total milk production during the year was
194829.200lits. with wet and herd averages of 6.19and 4.85 lit /cow/day. Out of the total milk
produced, 19139.300 lit. was fed to the calves, 3745.000 lit. was converted into Paneer, 4.900 lit.
was used for lab. analysis and rest 171940.000 lit. was sold as fluid milk.
The revolving fund generated the total income of Rs. 78,55,443.
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VETERINARY & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY EXTENSION EDUCATION
1. INTROODUCTION
Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education came into
existence in the year 1999 to meet the Minimum Standards of Veterinary Education as per the
Veterinary Council of India (VCI) Act, 1984. The Department aims to educate the veterinary
graduates in application of the basic concepts of development education, entrepreneurship
development as well as that of behavioral sciences for the transfer/dissemination of available
technology in the field of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry. This is important in view
of the fact that the extension approaches for the Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry are
significantly different from those used in allied sciences like Agriculture, Horticulture and Home
Sciences.
Over a period of time, the department has achieved several milestones in teaching,
research and extension. The department has working closely with field veterinary institutions to
reach out livestock owners of the region. This is in process of forging of partnership with National
Innovation Foundation, Department of Science and Technology on validation and dissemination
of traditional animal health technologies in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
Department has set up a new facilities in the Audio Visual Technology Lab, Video-
conferencing for helping the faculty and farmers in the way of conducting the seminars, research
and direct conversation with farmers of the state and students or researchers of different
universities .
2. TEACHING
Following teaching courses were offered by the department during the academic session 2015-
16 :
Undergraduate Courses
S.
No
Course No. Course Title Credit
hrs
Instructors
1st Semester
1. VAE-311 Principle and Techniques of
Veterinary & Animal Husbandry
Extension.
2+1 Dr. Alok Sharma
Dr. Shivani Katoch
Dr. Aneesh Thakur
2 VAE-511 Livestock Entrepreneurship 1+0 Dr. Alok Sharma
Dr. Vinod Sharma
3 Study Circle Livestock & Livelihoods NC Dr. Alok Sharma
S.
No
Course No. Course Title Credit
hours
Instructors
2nd Semester
1. VAE-321 Livestock Economics, Marketing
and Business Management.
2+1 Dr. Rajesh Thakur (Live stock
Farm) Deptt. of Agriculture
Economics & Extension, COA
2. TVC- 421 Veterinarian in Society (Non-
Credit)
1+0 Dr. Alok Sharma
3. Study Circle Livestock & Livelihoods NC Dr. Alok Sharma
Postgraduate Courses: - NIL-
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3. RESEARCH
A) Postgraduate Research
Ongoing Master Programme: NIL
Ongoing Doctoral Pragramme : NI
Postgraduate Research : Salient Achievements: NIL
B) RESEARCH PROJECTS IN PROGRESS:
S.
No.
Title of Project P I Funding
Agency
Budget Year
of start
Duratio
n
1 Niche Area of Excellencein
Organic Agriculture
(Dairy Component)
Dr. Alok
Sharma
(Co-PI)
ICAR 5.53 crore 2012 5 years
C) SUMMARY OF RESEARCH FINDINGS (during the year) : Validation of the Herbal
Medication (AHP/EF/PG) against Bovine Ephemeral Fever in Himachal Pradesh. The field trials
of this medication indicated that it is a potential low cost alternative to the costly allopathic
treatment of the BEF.
D) SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATION
i) Publications:
Research Papers published
1. A. Sharma, S. F. Hussain, S. Ponnan, R. Periyasamy, A. Singh, L. P. Bharwad, D. Thakur,
R. D. Patil and A Tandon (2015). Evaluation of indigenous veterinary medications for
curing bovine ephemeral fever in regions of Himachal Pradesh. Proceedings of the Third
International Conference on Creativity and Innovations at Grassroots, (IIM Ahmedabad,
Jan. 2015) pp. 142.
2. Sharma, Alok (2016); Validation Report for the Herbal Medication (AHP/EF/PG) against
Bovine Ephemeral Fever in Himachal Pradesh. : National Innovation Foundation (DST),
Ahmedabad
ii) Presentations
iii) Manuals, Books , Booklets and Bulletin
1. Sharma, A K and Saini, J P (2015): Livestock Management in Organic Farming: Concepts
and Practices. Compendium of the National Conference of the Society for Veterinary and
Animal Husbandry Extension, pp 195-202.
2. Sharma, Alok and Sharma, Vinod (2015): Role of Livestock and its Management in Organic
Farming (Training Compendium), Department of Organic Agriculture, pp. 1-7.
3. Sharma, Alok (2015), Disaster Management Issues in Veterinary and Animal Sciences;
Training Compendium for the NDRF ; pp 1-7
4. Sharma Alok, Devesh Thakur, R.D.Patil& Arpna Tandon Technical Bulletin: Evaluating
Indigenous Veterinary Medications for curing Ephemeral / Bovine Viral Fever in the
Regions of Himachal Pradesh (2015). Deptt. of Veterinary & AH Extension Education,
CSK HPKV Palampur, pp 1-64.
4. EXTENSION
a. Extension Publication : NIL
b. Radio talk / TV Telecast NIL
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5. PARTICIPATION IN WORKSHOP / CONFERENCE, TRAININGS ETC.
a) Trainings:
TRAINING OF EXTENSION PERSONNEL / FARMERS / LECTURES DELIVERED
S.
No.
Training / Programme Title Period Lecture / topic/
Contribution
No. of
trainees
1 Training/ Practical exposure to the
constables of Sasastra Seema Bal
(SSB) : Palampur Unit
Oct 13, 14,
16, 20,
2015
Training Lecture :
‘Future of Livestock
Farming in India’
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2 Model Training Course on ‘ECO-
FRIENDLY MANAGEMENT
PRACTICES FOR ORGANIC
AGRICULTURE’ DEE and Ministry of
Agriculture)
Oct 12-19,
2015
‘Role of Livestock and its
Management in Organic
Farming’
22
3 INSPIRE INTERNSHIP CAMP (DST)
Oct. 13-17,
2015
Career Prospects in
Veterinary and Animal
Sciences
100
4 INSPIRE INTERNSHIP CAMP (DST)
Oct. 13-17,
2015
Contributions of Animal
Sciences towards WHITE
REVOLUTION
50
5 Training Program for ORGANIC
AGRICULTURE FOR FARMERS OF
HARYANA. Organized by DEE, CSK
HPKV
March 15-
19, 2016
Livestock Management
in Organic Agriculture :
Key Issues for Dairy
Farmers
23
6 Interactive Session cum Exposure visit
of the BSc Students from HP
University (GC Dharamshala)
16/3/2016 ‘Veterinary Sciences :
Past, Present and Future’
53
7 Training Program on ‘Dairy Farming
for farmers of district Solan,
Sponsored by Project Director- ATMA,
Solan
June 6-10,
2016
‘Newer Concepts in
Dairy Farming : Organic
farming, Biodiversity
Conservation and Value
addition of Cow urine/
dung’
25
8 Training Program on ‘Dairy Farming
for farmers of district Solan, Sponsorer
Project Director, ATMA,
June 6-10,
2016
‘Establishing Mini Dairy
Units : Some Techno-
economic parameters’
25
9 Training/ Practical exposure to the
constables of Sasastra Seema Bal
(SSB), Palampur Unit
May 25,
2016
Livestock Emergencies
and Disaster
Management
30
b) Conferences/workshops/seminars/symposia:
PARTICIPATION IN SEMINAR / SYMPOSIA/ CONFERENCES :
S.
No.
EVENT DATES CONTRIBUTION
1 National Conference : ‘Interventions in
Livestock Production cum Health and Crop
Mixed Farming for Nutritional Security :
(Deptt. of Animal Nutrition, CSK HPKV,
Palampur)
Nov. 4-5,
2015 Chairperson, Technical
Session III (Therapeutic
Diets and Nutra-ceuticals for
Livestock Production)
2 National Conference of SVAHE : ‘PUSH
TO THE LIVESTOCK FARMING THROUGH
Nov. 18-20,
2015
Lead Lecture / Resource
Person (Livestock
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KNOWLEDGE EMPOWERMENT OF THE
FARMERS, (GADVASU, Ludhiana)
Management in Organic
Farming : Concepts and
Practices
3 National Seminar on ‘Use of Technical
Terminology in Agriculture Research’
Organized by IFGRI (Palampur Unit) for the
Commission for Scientific and Technical
Terminology, Govt of India
May 19-20,
2016
Expert / Resource Person/
Technical Lecture
6. WORKSHOP/SEMINAR/TRAININGS ETC. ORGANIZED : NIL
7. HONOURS AND AWARDS : NIL
8. FACULTY VISITS ABROAD : NIL
9. MISCELLANEOUS :
Extension Museum Hall with Three-dimensional Educational Models was fully
operationalized. This facility caters to information needs of farmers on useful scientific
animal health and production practices to visiting farmers school students dignitaries and
visiting trainee groups under different training programs within and outside the
University.
Farmer-friendly Extension Literature (folders, leaflets, booklets and Technical Bulletins
etc) are put for display.
Information Kiosks : The department has installed 3 Information Kiosks to educate the
farmers and visitors about a wealth of information related to livestock breeds, breeding,
health, disease management and production aspects of livestock rearing. An ICT based
software named: Pashudhan evam Kukkat Rog Soochna Pranaali(in Hindi) has been
installed for dissemination of animal health practices in audio visual medium to Dairy
Sheep, Goat and Poultry Farmers. With the availability of technical manpower, more
and more material will be added to the facility. More and more information is being
loaded every year.
Video Conferencing facility has been set up and efforts are on to operationalize as soon
as the last hurdle of High speed Connectivity is provided by the university. This facility
will help the faculty and researchers communicate with researchers, experts and students
of different universities. The facility awaits high speed 2-way net connectivity and ISD
connection for it to be utilized.
Visits conducted to Livestock Farmer Educational Museum
Date Name of Visitor Organization / Affiliation
10/07/2015 Prof. A. K. Srivastara Director & Vice –Chancellor NDRI (Deemed
University), Karnal
28/08/2015 Dr. Gagnesh Sharma Dy. Director , Tea Board India, Palampur
05/11/2015 Dr. K. S. Risam Director, Extension Education SKUST-
Jammu
06/11/2015 Dr. Sefer Dlagag Faculty of Veterinary University , Serbia
07/12/2015 Dr. S. R. Ahuja ISO Expert, Swiss Cart , New Delhi
05/01/2015 Dr. Vipan Kumar Director , National Innovation Foundation ,
Ahmedabad
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18/01/2016 Dr. J. V. Ramana Member - VCI Inspection team
Prof & Head, APAU, Tirupati
16/03/2016 Prof. Sapna Banta Prof & Head, Zoology Deptt. of Govt. PG
College Dharamshala
05/04/2016 Dr. N.S.Rathore DDG (Edn) ICAR, New Delhi
04/05/2016 Dr. Sangita ISO Internal Auditor, CSK HP KV-Palampur
04/05/2016 Dr. K. Mohini ISO Internal Auditor, CSK HP KV-Palampur
14/05/2016 Dr. Rashmi Katheria Assistant Prof. DUVASU , Mathura
16/05/2016 Dr. Jayant Kumar Mishra Head, Deptt. of Ocean Studies, Pondicherry
University , Port Blair
20/05/2016 Dr. P. S. Slathia Assistant Prof. , SKUAST, Jammu
24/06/2016 Dr. H. K. Verma Director Extension
14/09/2016 Dr. Rajni Jain Principal Scientist , ICAR
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ANNEXURE-I
List of faculty of Dr. G.C.NEGI College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
S. No. Name of Faculty Member Designation
Department of Breeding Genetics & Biostatistics
1 Dr Y P Thakur Prof & Head
2 Dr Varun Sankhyan Asstt Prof. (On Study Leave)
Animal Nutrition
1. Dr V K Sharma Prof.
2. Dr Daisy Rani Assoc Prof
3. Dr Shivani Katoch Assco Prof
4. Dr Vinod Kumar Sharma Asstt Prof
Veterinary Anatomy and Histology
1 Dr Rajesh Rajput Prof & Head
2 Dr Virender Pathak Asstt Prof (on Study Leave)
Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry
1 Dr R Kumar Professor & Head
2 Dr Naresh Kumar Professor
3 Dr Geetanjali Singh Assco. Prof.
4 Dr Madan Singh Verma Asstt. Prof.
Veterinary Microbiology
1 Dr. Mandeep Sharma Professor & Head
2 Dr. K B Nagal Professor
3 Dr. Rajesh Chahota Associate Professor (ON EOL)
4 Dr. Subhash Verma Associate Professor
5 Dr Prasejit Dhar Assistant Professor
6 Dr Aneesh Kumar Assistant Professor (ON EOL)
Veterinary Parasitology
1 Dr. S. Mittra Professor & Head
2 Dr. R.K. Agnihotri Professor
3 Dr. Devina Sharma Assistant Professor(on study leave w.e.f 27 th
Jan 2015 till date)
Veterinary Pathology
1 Dr. V K Gupta Professor & Head
2 Dr. R K Asrani Professor
3 Dr. R D Patil Assistant Professor
Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology
1 Dr. Dinesh Sharma Assistant Professor
2 Dr. Pallavi Bhardwaj
Assistant Professor (on study leave)
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Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology
1 Dr. A.K.Panda Professor and Head
2 Dr. S.K.Khurana Professor
3 Dr. S.D. Thakur Asstt. Professor (ON EOL)
4 Dr. Atul Gupta Asstt. Professor ( On study leave for PhD)
Livestock Production Management
1 Dr. P.K. Dogra Professor & Head
2 Dr. (Mrs.) Saroj Bala Asstt. Professor
Livestock Products Technology
1 Dr. B. G. Mane Assistant Professor
2 Dr. Dinesh Krofa Assistant Professor (On Study Leave)
Veterinary Surgery & Radiology
1. Dr. S.K. Sharma ADR cum Professor & Head
2. Dr. Adarsh Kumar Professor
3. Dr. S.P. Tyagi Professor
4. Dr. Amit Kumar Assistant Professor (On study leave w.e.f. Jan
2015)
5. Dr. Arvind Sharma Assistant Professor (Secondment basis)
Veterinary Medicine
1 Dr. Des Raj Prof. & Head
2 Dr. R.K. Mandial Prof.
3 Dr. Ankur Sharma Asstt. Prof.
4 Dr. Ajay Katoch Asstt. Prof. (on Study Leave)
Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics
1 Dr. Navneet Kumar Vasishta Professor and Head
2 Dr. Madhumeet Singh Professor
3 Dr. Pankaj Sood Professor (Transferred as Head, TVCC)
4 Dr. Amit Sharma Assistant Professor (On study leave)
5 Dr. Purabi Barman Assistant Professor (On EOL)
6 Dr. Pravesh Kumar Assistant Professor
Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex
1 Pankaj Sood Professor and Head
2 Pardeep Sharma Asstt. Prof. [on study leave]
3 Amit Singla Asstt. Prof. [on study leave]
Livestock Farm
1 Dr. P. K. Dogra Professor and Head, DDO
2 Dr. G. D. Sharma Principal Agronomist (w. e. f. 28.08.2014)
3 Dr. Rajesh K. Thakur Principal Economist (w. e. f. 08.08.2014)
Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension Education
1 Dr. Alok Sharma Professor & Head
2 Dr. Devesh Thakur Assistant Professor (On Study Leave, w.e.f.
1/8/2014)
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ANNEXURE –II
List of college staff members
S. No. Name of Staff Member Designation
Office of Dean
1. Sh Sat Pal Personal Assistant
2. Sh. Ramesh Bhadwal Asstt Registrar
3. Sh. Madan Lal Sharma Sr Asstt.
4. Sh. Suresh Kumar Gupta Sr Asstt.
5. Sh Roop Chand Sr Asstt.
6. Sh Desh raj Jr Asstt.
7. Sh Moti Ram Jr Asstt.
8. Sh Saran Dass Clerk
9. Sh Sunil Kumar Clerk
10. Sh Kumer Chand Peon
11. Sh.Kartar Singh Driver
12. Sh Suresh Kumar Bus Conductor
Department Of Breeding Genetics & Biostatistics
1 Sh. Sanjay Gupta Sr. Asstt. Joined on 09.02.2016
2 Sh. Satish Kumar Sr. Asstt. Transferred on 08.02.2016
3 Sh Vijay Kumar Clerk
4 Smt. Shivali Jamwal Computer Asstt.
5 Sh Ravinder Kumar Lab. Asstt.
6 Sh. Harbans Lal Peon
7 Sh. Om Prakash Cattle Attendant
8 Sh. Roshan Lal Beldar
9 Sh. Kehar Singh Beldar
10 Sh. Ramesh Kumar Beldar
11 Sh. Pyara Ram Beldar
12 Smt. Pushpa Devi Sweeper ( Contractual)
Animal Nutrition
1. Sh. Sher Singh Sr. Asstt. (Upto 30.9.15)
2. Sh. Satish Kumar Sr. Asstt. (w.e.f. 8.2.16)
3. Sh. Ravinder Kumar Peon
4. Sh. Chaman Lal Sr. T.A.
5. Sh. Anirudh Chand Jr. T.A.
6. Sh. Madan Lal Lab Helper
7. Sh. Vikram Singh Beldar
Veterinary Anatomy & Histology
1 Sh. Om Prakesh Laboratory Assistant
2 Sh.Amar Singh Macerator-cum-Dissection Hall Attendant
3 Sh.Rajinder Kumar Animal Attendant-cum-Sweeper
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Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry
1 Sh. Veepan Kumar Supdt. (EC)
2 Kumari Promila Clerk
3 Sh. Jai Chand Junior Technician
4 Sh. BisanDass Laboratory assistant
5 Sh. Ravinder Kumar Peon
Veterinary Microbiolgy
1 Sh.Rama Nand Sharma Tech Asst G 1
2 Sh.Baldev Kumar Jr Technician
3 Sh.Shruti Prakash Lab Helper
4 Sh.Ashwani Kumar Sr Asstt
5 Sh.Anil Kumar Stenographer
6 Sh.Rajinder Singh Peon
Veterinary Pathology
1 Mr. Madan Singh Junior Assistant
2 Mr. Arjun Singh Sr. Technical Assistant (Grade-II)
3 Mr. Pritam Chand Beldar against PM Attendant
4 Mr. Ram Dhan Beldar against Peon
Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicolgy
1 Sh. Joginder Kumar Junior Technician
2 Shri Narotam Chand Beldar
Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology
1 Sh. Lajpat Rai LA
2 Sh.Mehar Chand Peon
Livestock Product Management
Ministerial Staff:
NIL Superintendent (Ex cadre)
Technical and Field Staff:
1. Sh. Rameshwar Lal Saini Syce cum rider
Livestock Product Technology
1 Lajpat Rai Lab Assistant
2 Santosh Kumar Peon
3 Amin Chand Beldar
Veterinary Surgery & Radiology
1. Smt. Seema Devi Senior Assistant
2. Sh. Karm Chand Clerk
3. Sh. Baldev Raj STA Gr-I
4. Sh. Virender Singh Radiographer
5. Sh. Narinder Singh Lab Attendant
6. Sh. Prem Chand Beldar
Veterinary Medicine
1. Sh. G.R. Sharma Supdt.-II
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2. Sh. Subhash Chand Peon
3. Sh. Balak Ram Beldar
Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics
1 Sh. Devi Lal Sharma Sr. Tech Assistant
2 Sh. Shanti Sarup Junior Tech.
3 Sh. Parveen Kumar Contractual Clerk
4 Sh. Kamal Jeet Peon
Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex
1. Mr. Rakesh Kumar Veterinary Supervisor
2. Mr. Rampal Junior Technician
3. Mr. Hoshiar Singh Lab Helper
Livestock Farm
Ministerial Staff:
1. Smt. Renu Kumari Superintendent (Ex cadre)
2. Sh. Moti Ram Clerk
Technical and Field Staff:
1. Dr.Parveen K. Sharma Veterinary Officer
2. Sh. Kashmir Singh Tech. Asstt. G-II
3. Sh. Ramesh Kumar Vety. Superivisor
4. Sh Rakesh Kumar Dairy Inspector
5. Sh. Anil Kumar Vety. Pharmacist
6. Sh. Raj Kumar Vety. Pharmacist
7. Sh. Ajmer Singh Lab. Asstt (upto 16.03.2015)
8. Sh Subhash Chand Lab. Asstt. (upto 22.11.2014)
9. Sh. Vikram Kumar F .A. G-1 (upto19.12.2014)
10. Sh. Mohinder Singh Field Asstt.
Drivers :
1. Sh. Sukh Dev Road Roller Driver
2. Sh. Piar Chand Driver (w.e.f.30.05.2015)
Cattle Attendants & Beldars:
1. Cattle Attendants 6 Nos.
2. a. Beldars
b. Beldars & Cattle Attendants
21 Nos. (2 Nos. working in other departments of
the University)
11+7+8(26Nos.)
(All Transferred to H.P. Govt. on secondment
basis)
3. Syce cum Rider 1 Nos.
Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension Education
1 Sh. Naresh Kumar Lab. Attendant