College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul
Know About the College
The foundation stone of the College was laid on 30th October, 2014 by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Punjab. The college became functional from the academic session 2019-20 with the admission of first batch of undergraduate students, B.V.Sc & A.H programme. The college campus is spread over an area of 67 acres comprising of College Buildings, hospital, animal farms, and fodder production area. There is hostel facility for the boys and girls students. There is a well-equipped Teaching Veterinary Hospital to cater the needs of large and small animal health care. The latest diagnostic equipments including X-ray machines, ultrasound etc are available. The college has a well-established diagnostic laboratory for the examination of blood, urine, faeces and tissues etc.
Mandate
- To provide opportunities for enduring education for budding professionals in Veterinary Science.
- To run “Referral” hospital for specialized treatment and provide clinical training to students.
- To provide consultancy and specialist services to livestock owners, government, semi-government and allied agencies.
- To encourage faculty development by providing opportunities to participate in appropriate training programmes, conferences, workshops, seminars, symposia etc.
- To encourage teamwork and collaboration with other departments, colleges, universities and industries, both nationwide and globally
Goals
- To train veterinary professionals including Master’s and Doctorate level specialists competent of handling livestock vigor and production aspects according to the needs of State Government and allied agencies.
- To coordinate research in all sectors of veterinary and animal sciences with emphasis on animal health, production and processing technologies with multidisciplinary approach.
- To develop collaborative research linkages with other international and national research institutes and universities.
- To guide and assist the university scientists in acquiring funding for new research projects from national/international funding agencies.
Future Strategies:
- To define future thrust areas and execute short term/long term research strategies.
- To organize research activities designed to improve health and production of animals in state.
- Developing low cost, cutting-edge technologies that are proficiently transferable to state farmers, entrepreneurs and other stake holders.
- To orient the research mandates for economic upliftment of the state livestock farmers
Dean, College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul
Dr. Digvijay Singh
Address: Dean, College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana
Email: deancovsrampura@gadvasu.in
Call: +91-1651-222644
Brief Introduction
Dr. Digvijay Singh former Professor & Head, Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, GADVASU, Ludhiana has joined as Dean, College of Veterinary Science, GADVASU, Rampura Phul on 31.10.2024. Earlier, he has led the Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, GADVASU, Ludhiana twice as Professor & Head from 2011 to 2015 and 2020 to 2024. Apart from being the Professor and Head, he has also worked as the University Librarian, GADVASU, Ludhiana from 01.04.2021 to 30.05.2022. Besides being involved in academics, he has published a total of 64 publications (23 as the first author), 12 in International journals, 40 in Indian journals and 01 review article in International Journal. Apart from this, he has 11 Invited papers in different CAFT and other training. He has presented 06 Research papers in international conferences besides presenting 27 Research papers in National Conferences along with 21 Abstracts published in the National and 15 Abstracts published in International conferences. He successfully completed the first private-sector research project undertaken by GADVASU entitled “Effect of Herbal formulation on digestibility and nutrient utilization of wheat straw in buffalo calves” sponsored by AYURVET, BADDI, guided 6 M.V. Sc. Students and compiled 3 manuals. The research carried under this project has been highly appreciated by the sponsors. Through this project, He had tried to establish industry-institution linkage. He was Co-PI in the project Clinical application of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells from buffalo for allogenic and xenogenic cutaneous regeneration of chronic wounds with PI- Dr (Mrs.) Manjinder Sharma 1.07.2015 to 31.03.2017. UGC (MRP) Further to facilitate the research work in the college, He developed the small animal colony as its in-charge.
Besides being a referee to a number of journals, he has 3 best research paper presentation awards, D. N. Mullick memorial award presented at XXII annual conference of SAPI held at DUVASU, Mathura from Nov. 19-21, 2013 and ‘BHARAT JYOTI AWARD’ from India International Friendship Society, New Delhi for meritorious services, outstanding performance and remarkable role in his field. Dr. Singh is a life member of a number of scientific societies besides being an executive member of the Society of Animal Physiologists of India (SAPI) from 2007 to 2011. Presently he is general secretary (North India) of the Society of Animal Physiologists of India (SAPI). He has attended a number of national conferences where he has presented his research and co-chaired sessions.
Former Dean
| Sr. No. | Name | Duration on the post | Date of Retirement | Photograph |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Gurcharan Singh Dhaliwal | 31.10.2019-26.05.2020 | 31.05.2020 |  |
| 2. | Dr. Vinod Kumar Gandotra | 27.05.2020-31.07.2020 | 31.08.2020 |  |
| 3. | Dr. Harmanjit Singh Banga | 01.08.2020-13.09.2020 | -- |  |
| 4. | Dr. Manish Kumar Chatli | 14.09.2020-15.11.2022 | -- |  |
| 5. | Dr. Baljinder Kumar Bansal | 15.11.2022- 29.10.2024 | 31.10.2024 |  |
- Main Veterinary College Building Complex
- Small and Large animal Hospital/Clinic (TVCC)
- Clinical diagnostic laboratory
- Lecture Halls with audio visual teaching aids
- UG/PG Laboratories
- Examination Hall
- Student’s Library
- Computer Centre
- Post Mortem Hall
- Livestock Farm
- Poultry Farm
- Hostels for boys and girls
- Guest House
- Farmer Information Centre
Faculty Detail
Dr. Gaurav Kumar
Designation : Assistant Professor
Contact Address : Department of Surgery and Radiology, College of Veterinary Science, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Rampura Phul 151103
Telephone :
Mobile : 8222077877
Email : gauravkumar@gadvasu.in, d.kgaurav01@gmail.com
Academic Credentials
- Bachelor Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar, Haryana
- Master Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar, Haryana
- Phd
Teaching appointments
- Teaching Veterinary Surgery & Radiology courses to B.V.Sc. & A.H, M.V.Sc. and PhD Students.
Other appointments
- Membership of Punjab Veterinary Council
- Membership of Veterinary Council of India
- Life Member of Indian Society of Veterinary Surgery
- Life Member of Indian Society of Advancement of Canine Practice
- Life Member of PAWS Learning and Research Council, India
Area of research
- Diagnostic Imaging in Large and Small animals
- Pain management in animals
- bone implants in orthopaedic surgery for small and large animals
- laparoscopic surgery in animals
Research honours awards
- Appreciation certificate for paper entitled “Echocardiography: A Diagnostic tool for Cardiac Affection in Dogs” authored by Kumar G, Tiwari DK, Kumar A, Saharan S, Arora N, Agnihotri D and Sharma S during Radiology and Imaging Session in 43rd Annual Congress of Indian Society for Veterinary Surgery held at LUVAS, Hisar, Haryana from November 14-16, 2019.
- University Merit Scholarship for M.V.Sc. by Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar, Haryana.
- University Merit Scholarship for PhD by Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar, Haryana.
- Appreciation Certificate for National Level E-Quiz on “Nutrition and Health Awareness” organized by Society for Agriculture and Allied Research, Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh) from 30-06-2020 to 03-07-2020.
- Young Scientist Award at Indian VETexpo- 2021 by PAWS Learning and Research Council held at New Delhi from March 20-21, 2021
- Certificate of Excellence for National Level E-Quiz organized on the Occasion of World Veterinary Day by LUVAS, Hisar, Haryana on April 24, 2021.
- Best Presentation Award for research paper entitled, “Isoflurane sparing effects of different analgesics in buffaloes” authored by Kaushik D, Bisla RS, Chaudhary RN, Tiwari DK, Kumar S, Arora N, Dinesh and Kumar G during the Annual Conference of Indian Society for Buffalo Development (ISBD) held at GADVASU, Ludhiana from December 9-11, 2021.
- First Prize for paper entitled “Surgical Management of Thoracic and Limb Injuries in an Indian Hare (Lepus nigricollis)” authored by Prasher S, Kumar G, Arora N, Tiwari DK and Sharma S presented in Technical Session- IV: Veterinary Surgery and Radiology (U.G.) during 5th National Online Clinical Case Conference held on 27th-29th December, 2021 organized by Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, P.G.I.V.A.S., Akola, Maharashtra.
- Third Prize for paper entitled “Diagnosis and Surgical Management of Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Urinary Bladder of Dog” authored by Kirti, Poonia A, Saharan S, Arora N, Kumar G and Tiwari DK presented in Technical Session- IV: Veterinary Surgery and Radiology (U.G.) during 5th National Online Clinical Case Conference held on 27th-29th December, 2021 organized by Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, P.G.I.V.A.S., Akola, Maharashtra.
- Third Prize for paper entitled “Surgical Management of Potential Foreign Bodies in the Lower Gastrointestinal Tract of a Puppy” authored by Poonia A, Saharan S, Manikant, Tiwari DK, Kumar G, Arora N and Kaushik D presented in Technical Session- IV: Veterinary Surgery and Radiology (U.G.) during 5th National Online Clinical Case Conference held on 27th-29th December, 2021 organized by Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, P.G.I.V.A.S., Akola, Maharashtra.
- First prize for research paper entitled, “Antibacterial and biofilm inhibition effect of silver versus latex coated foley’s catheter for management of obstructive urolithiasis in male buffalo calves” authored by Saini D, Tiwari DK, Chabra R, Talukdar SJ, Arora N, Kaushik D and Kumar G during 34th Annual Convention of Indian Association of Veterinary Microbiologists, Immunologists and Specialists in Infectious Diseases and National Conference held at LUVAS, Hisar, Haryana from May 27-28, 2022.
No of publications
| Research: 20 | Extension: 14 | Books: Nil | Manuals: 04 |
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Publication
- Study of the occurrence and clinical pattern of acquired cardiac diseases in dogs. Gaurav Kumar, Deepak Kumar Tiwari, Ashok Kumar, Neeraj Arora, Sandeep Saharan, Divya Agnihotri. Indian Journal of Veterinary Surgery, 2021; 42(1), 37-39. (NAAS Rating-5.25)
- Response of ultrasound therapy and shortwave diathermy on oxidative stress parameters and serum ?-endorphins in dogs suffering from hind quarter weakness. Akshay Tikoo, Neeraj Arora, Deepak Kumar Tiwari, Satbir Sharma, Gaurav Kumar, Sandeep Kumar and Babu Lal Jangir. Indian Journal of Animal Research, 2021; B-4482, 1-4. (NAAS Rating- 6.40)
- Dystocia due to fetal monstrosity in a Riverine Buffalo- A case report. Ravi Dutt, Arjun V., Gaurav Kumar, Vinay Yadav, Jasmer Dalal. Buffalo Bulletin, 2021; 40(1): 269-271. (NAAS Rating- 6.11)
- Successful management of umbilical hernia with abomasal fistula in a buffalo calf. Satbir Sharma, Gaurav Kumar, Ram Najar Chaudhary, Deepak Kumar Tiwari, Neeraj Arora, Ribu Varghese Mathew and Bijender Singh. The Haryana Veterinarian, 2021; 60(SI): 99-100. (NAAS Rating- 5.58)
- Tracheal reconstruction following tracheal laceration in a buffalo bull. Sandeep Saharan, Ribu Varghese Mathew, Gaurav Kumar. Exploratory Animal and Medical Research, 2019; 9(1): 71-73. (NAAS Rating- 5.85)