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Dr. Arvind Kumar

Dr. Arvind Kumar

Assistant Professor
Department of Agriculture

Dr. Arvind Kumar is an esteemed academician specializing in Plant Pathology. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture. from Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology and both M.Sc. (Ag.) and Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from Banda University of Agriculture & Technology. With over a year of teaching experience, Dr. Kumar is passionate about advancing agricultural sciences, particularly plant pathology, and has published numerous research papers, review articles, and book chapters in reputed journals.
Dr. Arvind has previously served at Sage University, Indore, where he demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. His interactive teaching methods and contributions to scholarly publications reflect his dedication to student engagement and academic excellence.
Dr. Arvind’s research focuses on the management of Collar Rot Disease in chickpea, caused by the pathogen Sclerotium rolfsii. His key research areas include:
  • Variations in Sclerotium rolfsii, including cultural, morphological, and pathogenic differences.
  • Molecular variability, analyzing genetic diversity using molecular markers.
  • Integrated Disease Management (IDM) strategies for controlling Collar Rot.
His work aims to create sustainable disease management solutions for chickpea cultivation.
Dr. Arvind teaches courses in Plant Pathology, Entomology, Agriculture, and Microbiology, equipping students with a strong foundation in plant disease management, insect biology, sustainable farming, and microbiological applications in agriculture.
  • Best M.Sc. Thesis Award for his research on Collar Rot Management, awarded by the Society for Scientific Development in Agriculture and Technology (2021).
  • Best Oral Presentation Award at the International Conference on Holistic Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture (2024).
Dr. Arvind has published in journals like Legume Research, The Pharma Innovation Journal, and International Journal of Environment and Climate Change. He has also presented at various international conferences on topics like fungicides for Collar Rot management, biocontrol agents, and soil types affecting disease incidence.