Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics
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Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics

The Department

About the Department

The department was established in 1976 after the division of the Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery. Over time, its name evolved according to guidelines from the Veterinary Council of India. It offers:

  • M.V.Sc. programme (since 1964–65)
  • Ph.D. programme (since 1994–95)

    • The department is actively involved in teaching, research, extension, and clinical services. It provides advanced training and research facilities in:

  • Semen Biology
  • Embryo Biotechnology
  • Handling and treatment of reproductive problems in animals

    • It also transfers scientific knowledge to livestock owners through extension activities such as animal welfare camps, farmer meetings, radio talks, and ATIC etc.Thus emphasizes a balanced approach combining classroom instruction, practical training, field exposure, modern technology, and communication skill development to prepare competent veterinary professionals.

    Mission

    To improve the reproductive efficiency of farm animals for sustainable production, strengthen the nation's economy, support livestock-based livelihoods, and produce skilled undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral professionals in animal reproduction

    Mandates

  • Develop academic, research, and extension skills of UG, PG, and Ph.D. students in animal reproduction.
  • Conduct innovative research in Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics aligned with government priorities.
  • Develop new reproductive technologies beneficial to livestock farmers.
  • Create awareness among farmers regarding reproductive management of livestock.
  • Provide emergency clinical services through the Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex (TVCC) and contribute to extension activities.

    • Important Research Work

    The Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics is actively engaged in advanced research in animal reproduction and biotechnology. Major ongoing and completed projects include:

  • Multiplication and conservation of elite Sahiwal cows at IDF, Nagla using Multiple Ovulation and Embryo Transfer (MOET) technology.
  • Conservation of elite Badri cows through Ovum Pick-Up–In Vitro Fertilization (OPU-IVF) and animal cloning techniques.
  • Standardization and development of Indigenous semen sexing technology and use of sex-sorted semen in Sahiwal cows to improve conception rates.
  • Research on bovine infertility, including:
    1. Enhancing uterine involution using herbal therapies.
    2. Improving conceptionin repeat breeder using uterine immuno-modulators.
    3. Reducing the postpartum period in dairy cows through therapeutic interventions.
    Academics

    Academics

    Faculty

    Faculty Members

    Dr. Shiv Prasad (Retired)
    Dr. Shiv Prasad (Retired)
    Professor
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    Dr. Mridula Sharma & Head
    Dr. Mridula Sharma & Head
    Associate Professor
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    Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Sunil Kumar
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    Facilities

    Facilities

    Facilities Available

    Embryo Biotechnology Laboratory

  • Facilities for Ovum Pick-Up (OPU), In-Vitro Maturation (IVM), In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF), animal cloning, and cryopreservation of oocytes and embryos are available.

    • Semen Biology Laboratory

  • Bull Centre, Semen Processing Laboratory, and Semen Freezing Laboratory.

    • Bovine Infertility & Obstetrics Laboratory

  • Equipped with ultrasound machines, infertility diagnostic tools, phantom box, and related facilities.

    • Museum

  • Provides teaching aids and specimens for effective learning as per VCI mandates.

    • Major & Ongoing Research Areas
  • Development of indigenous sex-sorted semen technology.
  • Conservation of Badri cattle through animal cloning and OPU-IVF technology.
  • Improving bovine fertility and conception rates.
  • Innovations in semen cryopreservation.

    • Future Thrust Areas & Planned Initiatives
  • Development of a standardized indigenous sperm sexing protocol for large-scale bovine breeding programmes.
  • Establishment of a nucleus herd of elite Badri cattle at Pantnagar.
  • RNA-based transcriptomic profiling of Badri cattle to identify genes related to climate resilience and productivity.
  • Further conservation of elite Badri cattle through animal cloning and OPU-IVF.
    • Achievements

    Achievements

    Research Highlights

  • The department pioneered embryo transfer research in rabbits and goats in 1976.
  • Early studies on surgical transfer of goat embryos achieved a 63.5% survival rate, and goat embryos were successfully frozen using 2.0 M DMSO.
  • Super-ovulation studies in buffaloes were conducted using PMSG (Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin).
  • Advanced work on Embryo Transfer Technology (ETT) led to successful super-ovulation, non-surgical embryo collection, and embryo transfer in Sahiwal and crossbred cows, resulting in the birth of several calves, including seven calves from a single donor cow.
  • Extensive research has been carried out on: In-Vitro Maturation (IVM), In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF), In-Vitro Culture (IVC), Sperm capacitation, Embryo cryopreservation and vitrification
  • The department established ultrasound-guided transvaginal ovum pick-up (OPU) in Sahiwal cows and successfully produces embryos through IVM-IVF-IVC technologies.
  • A landmark achievement was the birth of “Saubhagya”, India's first buffalo calf produced through OPU technology, born on 28 September 2008 at Pantnagar University.
  • Preliminary studies, for development of indigenous sperm sexing have yielded promising results with nearly 90% enrichment of Xand Yspermatozoawithout detectable cytotoxicity ordeterioration of semen quality, supporting the feasibility of developing a practical indigenous sperm sexing technology.
  • An Animal Cloning Laboratory has been established, and efforts are underway to produce cloned Badri calves using handmade cloning techniques.
  • Successful pregnancies have been achieved through OPU-IVF technology for the conservation of elite Badri cows.

    • The department contributing in embryo transfer, IVF, OPU technology, development of indigenous semen sexing, animal cloning, and infertility management of animals, playing a pioneering role in advancing reproductive biotechnology and the conservation of indigenous cattle breeds and is a leading centre for teaching, research, clinical services, and extension activities in animal reproduction as well as providing strong support to farmers and livestock development programme.

    Student Info

    Student Info

    Advior Allotment for Ph.D Students

    S.No. Student Name ID. No. Year Advisor
    Dr. D. K. Mursing 56751 2020-21 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Damini Arya 46043 2021-22 Dr. Shiv Prasad

    Advisor Allotment for M.V.Sc. Students

    S.No. Student Name ID. No. Year Advisor
    Dr. Shashank S. Bisht 48244 2021-22 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Kamesh Kannaujia 51276 2022-23 Dr. Shiv Prasad
    Dr. Preeti Gautam 51277 2022-23 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Ajay Choudhary 51307 2022-23 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Yajash Kanyal 52852 2023-24 Dr. Shiv Prasad
    Dr. Sonal Joshi 52874 2023-24 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Priya Chaudhary 52882 2023-24 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Princi Tiwari 52906 2023-24 Dr. Shiv Prasad
    Dr. Aditi Joshi 54263 2024-25 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Anurag Saini 54273 2024-25 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Vinita Joshi 54287 2024-25 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Robin Singh 54326 2024-25 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Barisha Ali 55754 2025-26 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Harsh Lohiya 55764 2025-26 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Piyush Pandey 55859 2025-26 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Anupam Chaturvedi 57108 2025-26 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Dr. Nishant Kumar 64688 2025-26 Dr. Mridula Sharma
    Dr. Disha Sherawat 64690 2025-26 Dr. Sunil Kumar
    Activities

    Activities

    Extension Activities

    The department actively transfers scientific knowledge to livestock owners and field workers through various extension programme, including:

  • Radio talks
  • Farmer helpline services (telephone guidance)
  • Animal welfare camps
  • Participation in Kisan Melas and Kisan Gosthis
  • Guidance to the Instructional Dairy Farm
  • Veterinary clinical services
  • Advisory services to the State Government and ULDB
  • Technical guidance to farmers
  • Popular articles for farmer awareness
  • Training programmes for para-veterinarians
  • Training for Mahila Dairy Workers