Govind Ballabh Pant University

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Dr. Mridula Sharma
Head,
Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics,
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences

Contacts
+91-5944-233067 (O), +91-9412462579 (M)
sharmavetmridula[at]yahoo[dot]co[dot]in

About Us

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:

Enhancing uterine involution using herbal therapies.
Improving conceptionin repeat breeder using uterine immuno-modulators.
Reducing the postpartum period in dairy cows through therapeutic interventions.

Dr. Shiv Prasad (Retired)

Professor

+91-9411377368

shivp2003[at]yahoo[dot]co[dot]uk

Dr. Mridula Sharma & Head

Associate Professor

+91-9412462579

sharmavetmridula[at]yahoo[dot]co[dot]in

Dr. Sunil Kumar

Assistant Professor

+91-9412941999

drsnlvet28217[at]gmail[dot]com

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.

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.

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

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

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