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M.Sc. Ag. Plant Pathology

The University started M.Sc. Post Graduate degree programme in Plant Pathology at Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture during the year 2018-2019. The Department's research and extension activities in Plant Pathology focus on diverse and regionally significant plant health issues, especially in the context of sustainable agriculture and climate resilience.

Objectives

  1. To impart higher education in the field of Plant Pathology to develop human resource.
  2. To develop non-chemical management practices for the control of diseases of cereals, fruits, vegetables and ornamental crops.
  3. To devise integrated disease management strategies in cereals, fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants.
  4. To transfer the technology from laboratory to farmer’s field.

Eligibility Criteria for Admission

Candidate must have completed B.Sc. Ag./Hort/Forestry from a recognized institute with 60% marks.

1) Dean

Name: Dr. Sunita Chandel

Designation: Professor and Dean

College: Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture

University: Eternal University, Baru Sahib, Sirmaur (H.P.)

Contact: +91-9418175462

Email: schandelmpp@rediffmail.com

Educational Qualification
  • Ph.D. in Mycology and Plant Pathology – Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan (H.P.)
  • M.Sc. in Mycology and Plant Pathology – Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan (H.P.)
  • B.Sc. (Agriculture) – College of Agriculture, HPKVV, Solan (H.P.)
Dr. Sushma Sharma

2) Head of the Department

Name: Dr. Sushma Sharma

Designation: Associate Professor and Head (Plant Pathology)

College: Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture

University: Eternal University, Baru Sahib, Sirmaur (H.P.)

Contact: +91-8219229485

Email: sushma@eternaluniversity.edu.in

Master’s Research Problems
S.No. Name of the Student Roll No. Major Advisor Title of the Research Problem
1. Ms. Aarti Sharma BS19MSPP001 Dr. Praneet Chauhan Studies on fruit rot of tomato with special emphasis on Phytophthora nicotianae var parasitica causing Buckeye rot of tomato
2. Ms. Arushi Sharma BS19MSPP002 Dr. Praneet Chauhan Epidemiological studies on anthracnose of sweet pepper in Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh
3. Ms. Madhima BS22MPP001 Dr. Sushma Sharma Evaluation of nanocomposite and other available biocontrol agents against dry rot of ginger
4. Ms. Nikhita Kaur BS22MPP002 Dr. Praneet Chauhan Evaluation of substrates for cultivation of Pleurotus citrinopileatus
5. Ms. Suchi Sharma BS22MPP003 Dr. Sushma Sharma Evaluation of nanocomposite and other available biocontrol agents against early blight of tomato
6. Ms. Priyanka Sharma BS22MPP004 Dr. Praneet Chauhan Studies on Fusarium wilt of tomato and its management
7. Ms. Kritika BS23MPP001 Dr. Sushma Sharma Studies on Combined effect of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Entomopathogenic Fungi (Beauveria bassiana) on Tobacco Cutworm (Spodoptera litura) under Laboratory Conditions
8. Ms. Deepika Bhardwaj BS23MPP002 Dr. Praneet Chauhan Comparative Assessment of Various Substrate Formulation on Shiitake Mushroom Performance
Research Interests
  • Mushroom Production and Spawn Technology
  • Detection and Diagnosis of Plant Diseases
  • Management of Buckeye rot and Fusarium wilt of tomato
  • Integrated Disease Management
  • Biopesticides and SAR Chemicals
  • Fungicide Efficacy Trials and Molecular Characterization
  • Use of nanopesticides in insect-pest management
  • Entomopathogenic fungi
Research Achievements
  • Department completed three external funded projects from GIZ, NABARD and DST.
  • Published high impact publications in various reputed journals Phytopathology, Crop Protection, Plant Pathology, European Journal of Plant Pathology.
  • Faculty received various research awards Young Plant Pathologist Award and Best M.Sc. thesis award in International and National conferences.
  • Developed and refined cultivation technology for Pleurotus djamor (pink oyster mushroom) and Shiitake mushroom.
  • Developed and evaluated native botanicals and biocontrol agents for sustainable management of anthracnose of sweet pepper.
  • Successfully popularized eco-friendly plant protection formulations for field use.
Dr. Sushma Sharma
Dr. Sushma Sharma
Associate Professor and Head (Plant Pathology)

College: Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture

University: Eternal University, Baru Sahib, Sirmaur (H.P.)

Contact: +91-8219229485

Email: sushma@eternaluniversity.edu.in

Dr. Praneet Chauhan
Dr. Praneet Chauhan
Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology)

College: Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture

University: Eternal University, Baru Sahib, Sirmaur (H.P.)

Contact: +91-8988439447

Email: praneetchauhan@eternaluniversity.edu.in

  • Madhima Thakur after completion of M.Sc. (Ag.) Plant Pathology worked as a Vocational Trainer in Redi Gussan
  • Suchi Sharma after completion of M.Sc. (Ag.) Plant Pathology pursuing Ph. D Plant Pathology from SKUAST-K
  • Priyanka Sharma worked as a field Coordinator in Himmothan Society
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