Poultry Science
The Department of Poultry Science employs a multidisciplinary approach to teaching, research, and extension.
History Of the Department
The Department of Poultry Science employs a multidisciplinary approach to teaching, research, and extension. One of the primary goals of the Department of Poultry Science is to provide practical exposure to stimulate academic achievement for students and to prepare them to compete and excel in a changing world. The Department of Poultry Science provides outstanding practical exposure for students, farmers, unemployed youth, women, semiliterate and the general public through the discovery, verification and dissemination of relevant, science based knowledge. Be ready “A Poultry Career is waiting for you”.
The Department of Poultry Science was established in the year 2001. Since the department was lead by Dr. S.M Mandlekar in the capacity of Associate Professor of Poultry Science till 2005. The college began offering specialized postgraduate study in the Poultry Sciences from 2002. After That, Dr. B.R Kolte is leading the Department as Professor & Head of the Department of Poultry Science From till 2015. Presently, Dr M.M. Kadam is head of department since 2015. The department has a Poultry farm with one Broiler Experimental Unit, Layer house, Hatchery unit, Feed Godown etc to cater the need of under graduate and post graduates research programme. Since inception of Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Science University in 2000, students are enrolled for master degree in the discipline of Poultry Science. The department is proud of the fact that most post graduates entered in poultry professions after successful completion of their master program. Also the Phd programme is started in department from 2015.
Faculty informations
Faculty information
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Dr Mukund Kadam |
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| Educational Qualification | |||
| Degree | Subject | University/Institution | Year |
| B.V.Sc. & A.H. | All essential | Parbhani Veterinary College (M.A.U) Parbhani, INDIA | 1998 |
| D.B.M | Business Management | Welingkars Institute of Management development & Research, Mumbai, INDIA | 2000 |
| M.V.Sc. | Poultry Science | Bombay Veterinary College (B.S.K.K.V) Dapoli, INDIA | 2002 |
| NET | Poultry Science | Recruitment Agriculture Scientist Board (A.S.R.B) New Delhi, INDIA | 2005 |
| Ph.D. | Poultry Science | Indian Veterinary Research Institute (I.V.R.I) Izatnagar, INDIA | 2006 |
| Post Doctorate | ---- | University of New England (UNE), Armidale, Australia | 2012 |
| Professional Experience | |||
| Position held | Institute/Organization | From | To |
| Asstt. Professor/ Scientist | College of Veterinary Science & AH, JNKVV, Jabalpur (M.P) | 26/12/ 2006 | 05/04/08 |
| Asstt. Professor | Nagpur Veterinary College, Nagpur (M.S) | 07/04/2008 - | Till date |
| Teaching: - Involved in teaching of UG, PG and PhD | |||
| Area of Interest: - Rural Poultry Production | |||
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DARSHANA B. BHAISARE |
- Awards and Achievements
| Sr. No | Award/ Achievement | Remark |
| 1. | Best Poster Presentation Award | On topic entitled “Phytochemical analysis of four herbal seeds extract and their use in poultry ration” in Indian Poultry Science Association conference held at Hyderabad on 5 to 7thDecember 2012. |
| 2. | Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) Institutional Fellowship | Received for pursuing Ph.D. degree programme in Division of Poultry Science in 2013-2014. |
| 3. | Qualified ICAR National Eligibility Test (NET) examination | 2014 in the Discipline of Poultry Science (Roll No. 1042600038). |
| 4. | Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship | For the year 2014-15 for pursuing Ph.D. degree in Division of Poultry Science. |
| 5. | Dr. B.P. Madrewar Gold Medal | For excellent research work in alternative Veterinary Medicine in the subject for M.V.Sc. scholar during XVIIth Convocation of TANUVAS at Madras Veterinary College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu on on 20th March 2015 |
| 6. | Yuva Sanshodhak Purskar 2020 | For Krushithon Yuva Sanman 2020 Purskar from Human Service Foundation and Media Exhibitors Pvt. Ltd. Nashik |
- Publications
- Number of publications : Popular articles (Total-14)
Marathi – 05, Hindi- 07, English- 02
Abstract – 08
- Research publication (Total – 10)
- International Papers (03)
| Sr. No | Authors | Journal Details |
| 1. | Bhaisare, D. B. and Thyagarajan, D., 2014. Effect of four herbal seeds on blood parameters in turkey poults | International Journal of Science and Research. 3(8): 235-240. (Impact Factor 3.358) |
| 2. | Bhaisare, D. B., Thyagarajan, D., Churchil, R. R., Punniamurthy, N., 2014. Bacterial Pathogens in Chicken Meat: Review | International Journal of Life Sciences Research. 2(3): 1-7. (ISSN 2348-3148) |
| 3. | M.V. Dhumal, D.B. Bhaisare, M. G. Nikam and Shivi Maini, 2016. Effect of Herbal Amino Acids in Improving Growth and Performance in Broiler Chicken | International Journal of Livestock Research. 7(1): 43-53. January 17 (NAAS Score -5.36) |
- National Papers: (07)
| Sr. No | Authors | Journal Details |
| 1. | Bhaisare, D. B.,Thyagarajan, D., Churchil, R. R., Punniamurthy, N., 2014. Phytochemical analysis of four herbal seed extract and their use in poultry ration | Journal of Poultry Science and Technology. 2(2): 34-37 |
| 2. | Bhaisare, D. B., Thyagarajan, D., Churchil, R. R., Punniamurthy, N., 2014. Effect of dietary supplementation of herbal seeds on carcass traits of turkey poults | Veterinary World. 7(11): 938-942. (NAAS Rating - 5.1) |
| 3. | Bhaisare, D. B., Thyagarajan, D., Churchil, R. R., Punniamurthy, N., 2015. In-vitro antimicrobial efficacy of certain herbal seeds essential oils against important poultry microbes | Indian Journal of Animal Research. DOI:10.18805/ijar.7089 (NAAS Rating - 6.3) |
| 4. | Gupta, S.L., Tyagi, P.K., Mandal, A.B., Tyagi, Praveen K., Rokade, J.J., Bhaisare, D.B. and Gogoi, S. 2017.Apparent metabolizable energy value of rice based dry distiller’s grains with solubles (DDGS) with or without enzyme supplementation in cockerels. | Animal Nutrition and Feed Technology, 17: 493-499. (NAAS Rating - 6.30) |
| 5. | J.J. Rokade, S.K. Bhanja, A.S. Shinde, Sajjad, Darshana B. Bhaisare and A.B. Mandal, 2017. Evaluation of aspirin (ASA) in broiler chicken during hot dry summer using zoo technical, molecular and physio-biochemical tools | Indian Journal of Animal Research. DOI:10.18805/ijar.v0iOF.6836 (NAAS Rating - 6.3) |
| 6. | Aswathi, P.B., Bhanja, S.K., Puneet Kumar, Shyamkumar, T.S., Manish Mehra, Bhaisare Darshana B. and Pradeepta Kumar Rath, 2018. Effect of acute heat stress on the physiological and reproductive parameters of broiler breeder hens - A study under controlled thermal stress. | Indian Journal of Animal Research DOI: 10.18805/ijar.B-3641. (NAAS Rating - 6.3) |
| 7. | Pinky Roy, M.M. Kadam, S.K. Bhanja, N.V. Kurkure, D.B. Bhaisare, J.J. Rokade and K.K. Khose, 2020. Welfare and performance of commercial laying hens in conventional California cages at different stocking densities. | Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, 90(9): 63 - 67. (NAAS Rating - 6.28) |
- Area of Expertise/ Research: Poultry Nutrition
- Completed Research Projects: As s Co-PI
| Sr. No | Title of Project | Sponsoring Agency | Total Outlay |
| 1. | Comparative efficacy evaluation of Methiorep & synthetic Methionine in improving growth and performance in broilers | Ayurvet Limited Post Baddi, Village Katha Distt. Solan, H.P. | Rs. 1 Lakh |
| 2. | Efficacy of Herbal Supplement on Egg Production | Ayurvet Limited Post Baddi, Village Katha Distt. Solan, H.P. | Rs. 1 Lakh |
| 3. | Establishment of training and demonstration centre on commercial poultry farming under MAFSU | Rashtriy Krushi Vikas Yojana, Government of Maharshtra, Mumbai | Rs. 153.57/- Lakh |
- Ongoing Research projects: NIL
Professional affiliation:
- Life member of Veterinary Council of India, New Delhi, India.
- Life member of Maharashtra State Veterinary Council, Nagpur, India.
- Life member of Indian Poultry Science Association, CARI, Izatngar, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Member of Worlds Poultry Science Association, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
- Life member of Animal Nutrition Association, IVRI, Izatnagar, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Vision / Mission of the Department
MISSION
The Department of Poultry Science provides a multidisciplinary approach for teaching, research and extension service to the poultry industry as well budding poultry farmers.
- To provide Poultry sciences education for undergraduates and post graduates students
- To conduct applied research in poultry science in collaboration with industry as well government bodies for the betterment of poultry industry.
- Provide technical services to the trainee, farmer and unemployed youths who possess interest in poultry farming.
- Promote rearing of other avian species than chicken as a business. Our overall goal is to be recognized nationally and internationally as the leading center in poultry research, education and extension activity.
Course offered / Conducted by the department
Course offered/Conducted by the department
Under-graduation (B.V.Sc. & A.H.)
Courses as per New VCI
Livestock Production Management THEORY
| Unit No | Topic | No of Lectures | Conducted by the Department |
| Unit-6 | Poultry Production Management | 22 | Poultry Science |
| Unit-7 | Diversified Poultry Production and Hatchery Management | 12 | Poultry Science |
Unit – 6
Title :Poultry Production Management
Total Theory Lectures: 22
S. N. |
Topic |
| 1 | Indian poultry industry - Brief outline of the different segments - poultry statistics Classification of poultry with respect to production characters, age and standards |
| 2 | Production characters of other avian species |
| 3 | Description of indigenous fowls and their value in rural farming. Specific strains developed for rural poultry production; their acceptability and importance in rural eco-system |
| 4 | Housing - Types of poultry houses - space requirements. Recent advances in housing systems and rearing systems. |
| 5 | Scavenging system of management - Low input technology - Backyard and semi-intensive units; their management and economic achievements. |
| 6 | Deep litter management - control of litter-borne diseases and recycling of litter. |
| 7 | Brooding management - Types of brooders - preparation of shed - Importance of environmental factors |
| 8 | Cage management - Different types; Advantages and disadvantages. |
| 9 | Management of growers |
| 10 | Management of layers. |
| 11 | Management of broilers |
| 12 | Management of breeders. |
| 13 | Stress management, Water management |
| 14 | Feeding management - Classification of nutrients |
| 15 | Nutrient requirements and feed formulations. |
| 16 | Feeding systems - Feed restrictions - phase feeding - Additives and supplements. |
| 17 | Breeding systems and methods of mating. Breeding for specific characters and for hybrid chicken production. |
| 18 | Selection and culling. Poultry judging. Egg structure - Physical and chemical composition. |
| 19 | Common poultry diseases : Bacterial and viral diseases, Coccidiosis |
| 20 | Common poultry diseases : Metabolic and Deficiency diseases |
| 21 | Bio-security and principles of disease prevention management. |
| 22 | Health care for common poultry diseases - vaccination. General principles of poultry medication. |
Unit – 7
Title :Diversified Poultry Production And Hatchery Management
Total Theory Lectures: 12
| S. N. | Topic |
| 1 | Principles of incubation, Hatchery management practices |
| 2 | Factors affecting fertility and hatchability |
| 3 | Selection and care of hatching eggs and Hatchery hygiene, Candling, sexing, grading, packing and disposal of hatchery waste. |
| 4 | Economics of hatchery business - Troubleshooting hatchery failures - Computer applications in hatchery management |
| 5 | Poultry waste management, Pollution and environmental issues |
| 6 | Organic and hill farming |
| 7 | Mixed or integrated poultry farming, Vertical & horizontal integration in commercial poultry production - Contract farming |
| 8 | Export import of poultry produce and marketing |
| 9 | Management of Ducks |
| 10 | Management of Japanese quails |
| 11 | Management of Turkeys |
| 12 | Management of Geese and Guinea fowls |
PRACTICAL
| Unit No | Topic | No of Lectures | Conducted by the Department |
| Unit-5 | Poultry Production Management | 11 | Poultry Science |
| Unit-6 | Incubation and Hatchery Management | 6 | Poultry Science |
Unit – 5
Title :Poultry Production Management
Total Practicals: 11
S. N. |
Topic |
| 1 | Common breeds of poultry, different classes |
| 2 | Indian chickens and other avian species breeds |
| 3 | Digestive and respiratory system of chicken., Male and female reproductive system - Egg structure, physical and chemical composition, Quality changes in egg during storage |
| 4 | Economic traits of broilers. Economic traits of egg-type chicken and breeders. AI in poultry |
| 5 | Housing and design of a poultry farm, Automization in poultry farms (EC house) |
| 6 | Poultry farm equipment and their classification |
| 7 | Brooding arrangement in broiler farms |
| 8 | Poultry feed ingredients and its quality assessment. Poultry feed preparations |
| 9 | Calculation of different economic indices of broiler farm. Calculation of economic indices of layer farm |
| 10 | Fundamentals in poultry Post-mortem examination for sample collection. Collection and dispatch of samples for PM examination. |
| 11 | Management during Summer, Winter and Rainy season. |
Unit – 6
Title :Incubation And Hatchery Management
Total Practicals: 06
| S. N. | Topic |
| 1 | Hatchery layout and design. |
| 2 | Project report for establishing a broiler farm. |
| 3 | Project report for establishing a layer farm. |
| 4 | Project report for establishing a breeder farm. |
| 5 | Visit to commercial poultry farms or hatchery or feed mill. |
| 6 | Visit to farms of other avian species. |
Post-graduation
(M.V.Sc.)
| First Semester | |||
| 1 | PSC/602 | Poultry Nutrition & Feeding | 2+1=3 |
| 2 | PSC/603 | Commercial Layer Production | 2+1=3 |
| 3 | PSC/604 | Commercial Broiler Production | 2+1=3 |
| 4 | PSC/609 | Physiology of Poultry Production | 2+1=3 |
| Total 8+4=12 | |||
| Second Semester | |||
| 1. | PSC/601 | Poultry Breeding & Genetics | 2+1=3 |
| 2. | PSC/607 | Poultry Products Technology & Marketing | 2+1=3 |
| 3. | PSC/608 | Poultry Economics, Project & Marketing | 2+1=3 |
| Total 6+3=9 | |||
| Third Semester | |||
| 1. | PSC/605 | Breeder Stock, Flock Health & Hatchery Management | 3+1=4 |
| 2. | PSC/691 | Master’s Seminar | 1+0=1 |
| 3. | PSC/606 | Management of Poultry other than Chicken | 2+1=3 |
| Total :6+2=8 | |||
| Fourth Semester | |||
| 1. | PSC/625 | Research | 0+15=15 |
| Total:0+15=15 | |||
| Minor Subjects | |||
| 1 | Animal Genetics & Breeding | ||
| 2 | Animal Nutrition | ||
| 3 | Livestock Products Technology | ||
| 4 | Livestock Production & Management | ||
| Optional or Supplementary Courses | |||
| 1 | PGS/501 | Library & Information Services | 0+1=1 |
| 2 | PGS/502 | Technical Writing & Communication Skills | 0+1=1 |
| 3 | PGS/503 | Intellectual Property & its Management | 1+0=1 |
| 4 | PGS/503 | Disaster Management | 1+0=1 |
| Total :2+2=4 | |||
Phd
| Semester | Course No. | Course Title | Credit Hrs |
| Major Field: | |||
| I Semester | PSC - 701 | Applied Poultry Nutrition | 2+1=03 |
| PSC - 702 | Concepts in Commercial Poultry Production | 2+1=03 | |
| II Semester | PSC - 704 | Emerging Disease of Poultry and Flock Health | 2+1=03 |
| PSC - 705 | Advanced Poultry Breeding Methods | 2+1=03 | |
| III Semester | PSC-706 | Poultry Economics, Marketing and Integration | 2+1=03 |
| PSC-791 | Doctoral Seminar | 1+0=01 | |
| IV Semester | PSC - 703 | Developments in Poultry Products Technology | 2+1=03 |
| PSC - 792 | Doctoral Seminar - II (Major) | 1+0=01 | |
| V Semester | PSC -799 | Doctoral Research | 0+12=12 |
| VI Semester | PSC -799 | Doctoral Research | 0+12=12 |
| VII Semester | PSC -799 | Doctoral Research | 0+12=12 |
| VIII Semester | PSC -799 | Doctoral Research | 0+9=09 |
| Total credits | 14+51=65 | ||
Departmental Research Activity
RESEARCH PROGRAM
Research conducted in the Department of Poultry Science has three primary functions:
- Add to the base of scientific knowledge,
- Provide opportunities for appropriate postgraduate degree programmer
- Provide information that will be useful to the poultry industry & rural farmer in Vidarbha region.
These research programs encompass the following general areas:
- Nutrition
- Physiology (growth and reproduction)
- Post Harvest Technology
- Disease aspect
- Management
The list of students and their thesis work since the establishment of the Department of Poultry Science.
Sr No |
Title | Name of scholar | Name of Advisor/ Guide |
Year |
| 01 | Replacement of maize by sorghum (Jowar) in layer chick mash. | Dr. V.N. Pal | Dr. S.M Mandlekar | 2004 |
| 02 | Effect of supplementation of ashwagandha & ascorbic acid (as an antistress agents) on broiler performance during hot weather. | Dr. S.S Jadhav | Dr. S.M. Mandlekar | 2005 |
| 03 | Modulation of cholesterol concentration in chicken eggs through dietry herbal supplement of allium sativum in commercial layers | Dr. R.C Shendre | Dr. S.M. Mandlekar | 2006 |
| 04 | Effect of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and levamisole on performance of broilers. | Dr. A. B Rajput | Dr. B.R Kolte | 2007 |
| 05 | Modulation of cholesterol concentration in egg through dietary supplementation of organic chromium in commercial layers. | Dr. J. M.Chandankhede | Dr. B.R Kolte | 2008 |
| 06 | Effect of Antibiotic and Multivitamines Administration at day old stage of growth | Dr. M.K.Mendhe | Dr.M.M.Kadam | 2009 |
| 07 | Effect of dietary calcium levels on performance of white leghorn layers at low phosphorus diet | Dr. V.M.Khandagle | Dr.M.M.Kadam | 2010 |
| 08 | Comparative study of exogenous emulsifier or lipase on growth performance of commercial broiler chickens | Dr. A. Mishra | Dr.M. M. Kadam | 2011 |
| 09 | Comparative study of hatchling supplements (fruits) on growth performance of commercial broilers chicken during summer season | Dr. M. Talib | Dr. M. A. Gole | 2012 |
| 10 | Effect of hard water on egg production and egg quality characteristics of commercial white leghorn chicken | Dr. Priti. M. Walke | Dr. M. A. Gole | 2012 |
| 11 | Effect of supplementation of glycerol through drinking water on performance of commercial broilers | Dr. A. S. Shambharkar | Dr. M. A. Gole | 2012 |
| 12 | Study of protein requirements in commercial cockerels | Dr. Shanu. Tandekar | Dr. M. A. Gole | 2012 |
| 13 | Study of energy levels in the diet of commercial cockerels | Dr. J. S. Mahore | Dr. M. A. Gole | 2013 |
| 14 | Partial replacement of soybean meal with roasted guar korma (cyamopsis tetragonoloba) in broiler chicken diet” | Dr. D. A. Ramteke | Dr.M. M. Kadam | 2013 |
| 15 | Efficacy of Bacillus Subtilis (GalliPro) supplementation in Clostridium perfringens challenged necrotic enteritis of broiler chicken | Dr. Deepak. S. Koli | Dr.M. M. Kadam | 2014 |
Departmental Research Activity
Agency funded Schemes of deparment
Sr.No. |
Title of Scheme |
Sponsoring Agency |
Year |
Principal Investigator |
| 01 | “To study the efficacy of AV/NNC/17 on broiler growth performance, immunity & gut development” | AYURVET Baddi (H.P.) |
2009 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 02 | “Efficacy Evaluation Studies of some Herbal Products on Growth, Productivity & Egg Shell Quality In Layer” | AYURVET Baddi (H.P.) |
2009 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 03 | “Efficacy of Evaluation of herbal product in layers” | AYURVET Baddi (H.P.) |
2009 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 04 | “Efficacy of NICOMETH for replacing synthetic methionine in commercial broiler diet” | AYURVET Baddi (H.P.) |
2009 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 05 | “Effect of herbal preparation(AV/HLP/16) on egg yolk Cholesterol and Serum Profile Commercial Layers” | Piramal Health Care, Mumbai | 2009 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 06 | “Effect of Exogenous Emulsifier on growth performance in commercial broilers” | Polchem, Pune | 2011 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 07 | To assess the binding efficacy of various commericial mycotoxin binders in broilers” | Jubilant Life Sciences, Noida | 2012 | Dr.M.A.Gole |
| 08 | “Performance of Broiler Chicken Fed Bacillus Based Probiotic With Antibiotic Under Summer Stress Condition | Evonik Pvt ltd, Singapore | 2013 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 09 | Evaluation ofBacillusSpecies as Potential Probiotic in Clostridium PerfringensChallenged commercial Broiler Chicken |
Evonik Pvt ltd, Singapore | 2014 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 10 | Efficacy of herbal supplement on egg production |
AYURVET Baddi (H.P.) |
2016 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 11 | Feed additive effect of curcumin on growth performance in commercial broiler chicken |
Ramon Vila, Laboratorios Karizoo SA Barcelona (Spain) | 2018 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 12 | Evaluation of lysombicas potential feed supplements for growth performance and gut developmentinbroiler birds | Alembic Pharmaceutical, Ltd Mumbai | 2019 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
National Project funded by State/Central Govt of India
| 01 | “Role of Early Chick Nutrition on Growth Performance, Gastrointestinal Tract Development and Immune Competence in Commercial Broiler Chicken” | Department Of Science and Technology, New Delhi | Rs. 14,11200/ - | 2009 - 2012 | Dr. M. M. Kadam |
| 02 | Sustainable Tribal livelihood through scientific backyard poultry rearing in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra | ICAR, New Delhi | Rs. 73.00 Lakh | 2012 - 13 to 2013 - 14 | Dr. Kadam M.M |
| 03 | Establishment of Training and Demonstration Centre on commercial Poultry Farming under MAFSU | RKVY, State Govt of Maharashtra Mumbai | Rs.155 Crore | 2014 - 15 to 2016 - 17 | Dr. Kadam M.M |
Departmental Extension Activity
Extension Activity of Department
- The department is conducting short term training programs for farmers, unemployed youth, semiliterate youth, women etc
| Training | Days | Charges (may change time to time) |
| Broiler farming-A profitable business | Five | Rs. 2500/- |
- The department is engaged in arranging the expert lectures on diversified poultry production for students and staff
- The department staff is actively participate in Radio talk and TV talk.
- Disease diagnosis is done with collaboration of the department of Veterinary Pathology by post-mortem examinations and the expert advice is also given to undertake treatment and management changes.
Technical Consultancy
- The department gives technical services to the needy farmers by providing timely guidance to solve the day-to-day problems.
- The department gives technical guide line to the farmers to establish a small scale poultry farm (Project report)
Lab Photos
Any other relevant Information of the department
POULTRY RESEARCH AND TRAINING CENTER
PRTC is a renowned center in India. It was established in the year 1961 on a small scale. Major expansion of the PRTC happened in 2009. Currently the PRTC has the capacity for producing eggs, broiler and quails. However the vision is to give practical exposure to undergraduate and post graduate students of Department of poultry Science to cater the need of industry and rural poultry.
PRTCLOCATION
The Poultry Research and Training Center (PRTC) is located near futala lake, Telangkhedi, Nagpur. Approximate distance of PRTC is 1.6 km away from the Nagpur Veterinary college campus.
OUR MISSION
The PRTC provide facility for teaching, research and extension activity. Moreover it involved in training program especially for unemployed youth, women and farmers.