PG Department of Zoology, S.D. College Muzaffarnagar

Today, participating in the "Nature and Water Conservation Program" at Haiderpur Wetland, The Ramsar site, Muzaffarnagar, organized by District Adminstration and Forest department Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh.

PowerPoint Seminar Presentation of M.Sc. I and III Semester Zoology students of academic year (2025-26). Students were awarded grades as per their presentation and communication skills.

The students of the Biotechnology Department, Sanatan Dharm College, Muzaffarnagar (Self-Finance) visited the Zoology Department of the college for an academic interaction. During the visit, a detailed demonstration of the laboratory equipment and ongoing experimental practices was conducted by Prof. Shekhar Chand, Head of the Department, along with Dr. Piyush Sharma. The session provided the students with valuable exposure to practical techniques, interdisciplinary learning, and the functioning of advanced instruments, making the visit highly informative and enriching.

A second-year M.Sc. student in Zoology was given the opportunity to serve as the SP RURAL for a day.

Distribution of ‘Basic Clinical Techniques’ training completion certificate to B.Sc. Zoology students on 22 August, 2025.

Report on Workshop: "Advances in Insect Identification"
Organised by the P.G. Department of Zoology, Sanatan Dharm College
Date: 9th May 2025

The Department of Zoology, Sanatan Dharma College, successfully organized a one-day workshop on "Advances in Insect Identification" on 9th May 2025. The event was conducted in the college seminar hall and witnessed active participation from students, research scholars, and faculty members.

The workshop commenced with a formal inaugural session. Professor Shekhar Chand, Head of the Department of Zoology, delivered the opening address and inaugurated the lecture. He emphasized the significance of insect taxonomy in ecological research, pest management, and biodiversity conservation.

The resource person for the workshop was Dr. Dinesh Kumar Bharadwaj, a renowned entomologist known for his contributions to insect systematics and biodiversity studies. In his keynote lecture, Dr. Bharadwaj provided in-depth insights into traditional and modern methods of insect identification, including morphological analysis, DNA barcoding, and the use of digital tools and software. His session highlighted the importance of accurate insect identification in ecological monitoring and agricultural practices.

Following the lecture, a practical demonstration session was conducted where students had the opportunity to observe insect specimens under microscopes and use identification keys and digital resources under the expert guidance of Dr. Bharadwaj.

The workshop concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Dr. Piyush Sharma, who appreciated the efforts of the organizing team and extended gratitude to Dr. Bharadwaj for his valuable contribution. He also thanked the participants for their enthusiastic involvement.

Overall, the workshop was highly informative and provided a rich learning experience for all attendees. It successfully sparked curiosity and interest in the field of entomology among students and young researchers.

PowerPoint Seminar Presentation of M.Sc. IV Semester Zoology students of academic year (2024-25). Students were awarded grades as per their presentation and communication skills.

PowerPoint Seminar Presentation of M.Sc. II Semester Zoology students of academic year (2024-25). Students were awarded grades as per their presentation and communication skills.

Educational Trip of M.Sc. II Sem and IV Semester Zoology Students to Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun.

A Career Counselling Session for M.Sc. Zoology students was conducted on 20-03-2025 at 2:30 pm. The Resource Person of the session was Prof. Yogendra Kumar (Principal and Head, Department of Zoology, DN PG College, Gulaothi, Bulandshahr).

Seminar on Power Point Presentation for M.Sc. III Semester Zoology Students