Department of Botany & Zoology

“Biology leads you to be closed to nature”

The Department of Botany and Zoology was established in 1969. Sh. M.L. Arora and Sh. Rajnish Kumar, were the pioneers of Biology Department.

Sr. No. Those who served the College Department Tenure
1 Prof. M.L.Arora Zoology 11-07-1970 to 31-01-2005
2 Prof. Rajnish Kumar Botany 22-07-1971 to 25-05-2002
3 Prof. S.K. Gupta Botany 09-08-1972 to 03-07-2002
4 Prof. R.K. Deora Zoology 23-07-1979 to 01-04-2003
5 Prof. S.C.Kapoor Botany 18-08-1971 to 31-03-2006
6 Prof. I.K. Sukhija Zoology 22-07-1974 to 30-04-2009
7 Dr. Amar Santosh Singh Zoology 24.12.2015 to Till Date
8 Dr. Kirti Gupta Botany 24.12.2015 to Till Date
9 Dr. Ranjeet Singh Botany 04-09-2019 to Till Date
10 Dr. Amandeep Kaur Zoology 06-09-2019 to Till Date

Vision

To provide a strong foundation in the concepts of animal structure, classification, function and behavior and to inculcate practical skills and knowledge of biology of animals.

About the Department:

The Department has well equipped laboratories with Autoclave, Compound Microscopes, Microtome, Oven and Dissecting Microscope etc.

The Department has a collection of various preserved animals (Vertebrates & Invertebrates) and preserved plants like  Algae, Bryophytes, Fungi, Lichens, Gymnosperms, Pteridophytes, Ferns & Angiosperms.

The department also has the Botanical Garden spread over ample space. Special attractions in the garden are varieties of Ashavagandha, Tulsi, Neem, Haldi, Amla, Curry Patta, Rose, Guava, Arjuna, Giloe, Kikar etc. The Botanical Garden served as the repository of source material for Botanical studies, is also geared to cater to the dire need of conserving & enriching plant bio-diversity through exchange of plant & seeds.

DAV College Bathinda organizes an Extension Lecture on ‘Sewage Water and its treatment’. (25.02.2025)

Eco Club of DAV College Bathinda under Environment Education Programme organized an extension lecture on ‘Sewage Water and its treatment’ on February 25, 2025. Dr. Onkar Singh, Associate Professor, Department of Zoology and Environmental Sciences, Punjabi University Patiala was the Resource Person for the lecture. The event was catalyzed and supported by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and Punjab State Council for Science and Technology. The lecture aimed to raise awareness among students and faculty members about the importance of sustainable water management and pollution control.
Dr. Paramjeet Kaur conducted the stage proceedings. The guest was felicitated gracefully by Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Vice Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg, Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, Coordinators of the event Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Paramjeet Kaur, Dr. Kriti Gupta and Dr. Amar Santosh Singh.
The resource person shared valuable insights into the current global water crisis and the critical need for effective sewage water treatment. He elaborated that Ludhiana has faced challenges with the Buddha Nala, which has been highly polluted due to untreated sewage and industrial effluents.
During the lecture, he discussed on the various methods of sewage treatment, including primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment processes. The speaker also explained advanced techniques such as membrane filtration, UV disinfection, and chemical treatment, which are helping to improve the efficiency of sewage water management.
The lecturer emphasized the growing importance of reducing the pollution load in wastewater, noting that untreated sewage water poses significant risks to public health and the environment. The session also provides insights on the role of modern technology in wastewater treatment plants and the impact of these technologies on resource conservation and sustainability.
The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the efforts of coordinators of the event Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Paramjeet Kaur. He said, “Water is a precious resource, and sewage treatment is key to ensuring we have access to clean and safe water.” Further he added the role of educational institutions in promoting awareness about sustainable water management cannot be overstated.
Prof. Parveen Bala, Dr. Gurpreet Singh, Dr. Kulwinder Singh Mann, Dr. Parveen Bala, Prof. Aman Malhotra, Dr. Neha Jindal, Dr. Vikas Duggal, Prof. Pawan and Prof. Kamalpreet Kaur were also present on this occasion.
 

 

Educational Visit to Sewage Treatment Plant. (24.02.2025)

Eco Club of DAV College Bathinda under Environment Education Programme organized an educational visit to Sewage Treatment Plant at Pragma Medical Institute, Dabwali Road, Bathinda on February 24, 2025. The event was catalyzed and supported by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and Punjab State Council for Science and Technology. As many as 72 students were benefited with this workshop. The coordinators of the workshop Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Paramjeet Kaur accompanied the students.
The visit aimed to provide students with a practical understanding of waste management processes and the importance of wastewater treatment in preserving the environment.
The students were guided by experts at the facility. Mr. Amandeep Singh, Facility Manager, explained the various stages of sewage treatment, from primary filtration to the final purification stages. Attendees had the opportunity to observe the technologies and methods used to reduce water contamination, recycle water, and improve public health outcomes.
The visit also focused on discussing the environmental impact of untreated wastewater and how advanced sewage treatment can mitigate pollution in local water bodies. The students actively engaged with the plant staff, asking questions about sustainable practices and innovations in water treatment.
The Principal of the college, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the efforts of Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Eco Club Coordinator and Dr. Paramjeet Kaur for organizing the visit. He highlighted the significance of such field trips, noting that real-world exposure to concepts learned in the classroom deepens students understanding of environmental issues. The college intends to organize more visits to further strengthen the academic experience of the students and help them to excel in environmental science and sustainability.
 

Workshop on “Introduction to Apiculture: The Art and Science of Beekeeping”.(18.02.25)

Eco Club of DAV College Bathinda under Environment Education Programme organized an engaging and informative workshop titled “Introduction to Apiculture: The Art and Science of Beekeeping” in collaboration with Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana on February 18, 2025. The event was catalyzed and supported by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and Punjab State Council for Science and Technology. As many as 78 students were benefited with this workshop. The coordinators of the workshop Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Paramjeet Kaur alongwith Prof. Kuldeep Singh and Prof. Eshu accompanied the students.

The workshop aimed to introduce participants to the crucial role of bees in agriculture and ecosystems, as well as to provide insights into the technical and practical aspects of beekeeping. The workshop featured a series of expert-led sessions, with guest speakers from Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana sharing insights on bee biology, sustainable farming practices, and the role of bees in pollination and ecosystem health.

The first lecture was enunciated by Dr. Bharathi Mohindru on “Bee Colony Organization and Social Structure” providing a detailed exploration of the social structure and behavior of bees. She focused on the intricate roles within a bee colony, including the functions of the queen, worker bees, and drones. Participants were introduced to the complex communication systems of bees and the essential cooperation required to maintain a healthy colony.

The second lecture was delivered by Dr. Jaspal Singh on “Economic Potential of Beekeeping” who highlighted about the economic potential of apiculture as a viable business opportunity that offers diverse income streams, including honey production, pollination services, bee-related products (e.g., beeswax, propolis), decline in bee populations and its environmental consequences.

The third session was convened by Dr. Amit Choudhary on “Beekeeping Tools and Equipment” aiming to provide participants with essential knowledge about the tools required for successful beekeeping. The session covered an array of beekeeping tools, including hives, frames, smokers, protective gear, etc. and provided hands-on demonstrations on the proper use and maintenance of these tools to ensure the health and productivity of bee colonies.

The fourth session included hands-on demonstrations activities and live demonstrations, allowing participants to gain practical knowledge and experience in handling bees and maintaining hives.

The event concluded with a discussion session, where attendees had the opportunity to ask questions about beekeeping challenges and solutions. Organizers encouraged attendees to explore opportunities in beekeeping as a viable and rewarding career. The organizers are hopeful that this workshop will inspire a new generation of beekeepers and contribute to the promotion of sustainable agricultural practices.

The Principal of the college, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the efforts of Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Eco Club Coordinator and Dr. Paramjeet Kaur for organizing the workshop. He said that the workshop offers valuable insight into a vital agricultural practice that not only supports biodiversity but also promotes sustainable farming.

DAV College Bathinda organizes “Compost Distribution Drive”. (21.01.2025)

Eco Club of DAV College Bathinda, under the aegis of ‘Green Campaign’ of Punjab Government organised a “Compost Distribution Drive” in collaboration with Municipal Corporation Bathinda and distributed compost (green manure) to the members of Senior Citizen Brotherhood Society, Bathinda and the staff members of DAV College Bathinda.

Prof. Parveen Kumar, Vice-Principal and Dr. Satish Grover, Registrar welcomed the team of Municipal Corporation Bathinda.

Green Campaign Programme is an initiative taken by Dr. Amandeep Kaur, under the guidance of Punjab Government in which 03 compost pits are maintained inside the campus of DAV College, Bathinda. The Green Waste is converted into Green Gold in the form of manure which helps in improving the environmental sustainability and maintaining the tradition of Zero Waste in the campus.

The stage was conducted by Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Eco Club Coordinator. He mentioned that the word green symbolizes plants and peace. Further, he mentioned that the dead parts of plants are used for making green manure. He emphasized that Municipal Corporation Bathinda, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and Punjab State Council for Science and Technology encouraged the Eco Club for utilization of plant waste in the college campus.

The Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the initiatives undertaken by the members of Eco Club Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Prof. Kuldeep Singh, Dr. Neetu Purohit, Dr. Paramjeet Kaur, Prof. Ramil Gupta and Prof. Nirmal Singh for their enormous and qualitative efforts for the cause of sustainable environment.

Dr. Ranjeet Singh from DAV College Bathinda delivers Extension Lecture at Govt. Brijindra College Faridkot. (13/11/2024)

Dr. Ranjeet Singh from the Department of Botany, DAV College Bathinda delivers a guest lecture on “Mushroom Cultivation: A sustainable approach to future agriculture” at Govt. Brijindra College Faridkot. After receiving a warm welcome, he explained about the edible and poisonous mushrooms. He mentioned that mushrooms are a good source of proteins, vitamins, minerals and low in fat content. Further, he elaborated the medicinal importance of mushrooms and stated that mushrooms support immune system and heart health, possess antioxidants which are responsible for anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects, anti-inflammatory effects, controls blood sugar level, etc. He also briefed about identification of poisonous mushrooms like Amanita, Galerina, Cortinarius, etc. and toxins present in these mushrooms. He described the morphology, ecology, habitat and economic uses of common edible mushrooms such as Volvariella volvacea, Pleurotus citrinopileatus and Agaricus bisporus. Futher, he mentioned about the infrastructure required for mushroom cultivation like substrates, polythene bags, cultivation vessels, inoculation loops, stoves, sieves, mushroom racks and thatched house. He also explicated about the preparation of spawn and mushroom beds. He delineated about the low-cost technology for mushroom cultivation which is an important approach for small-scale farmers, urban gardeners, or hobbyists who want to grow mushrooms without a significant financial investment. Composting technology, harvesting, storage and marketing of mushrooms were also discussed in the lecture. The innovations and future prospects of cultivation were also discussed in the lecture.

Around 50 students of the Department of Biology were benefitted with the informative and scholarly lecture.

The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma appreciated Dr. Ranjeet Singh for enlightening the young minds.

 

 

Dr. Ranjeet Singh from DAV College Bathinda delivers Extension Lecture at Baba Farid Group of Institutes, Deon, Bathinda. 6/11/2024

An eminent Professor Dr. Ranjeet Singh from the Department of Botany, DAV College Bathinda delivers a scholarly lecture on “Unraveling Power of Proteins: Innovations and Future Prospects” at Baba Farid College, Deon. Afer receiving a warm welcome, he explained about the sources, structure, types and functions of proteins. He mentioned that Protein is a part of every cell in the body and is a major component of the skin, muscle, bone, organs, hair, and nails. It helps in repair and build body tissues, drives metabolic reactions, maintains pH and fluid balance, keeps the immune system strong, transports and stores nutrients, act as an energy source. He also delineated about the structure, classification, properties and metabolism of amino acids. He described about the conversion of amino acids to ammonia, toxicity of ammonia regarding symptoms transport of ammonia from various tissues to the liver and detoxification of ammonia through urea cycle. He also explained about genetic disorders of urea cycle that could be due to defects in the genes coding for proteins function in metabolism. The innovations and future prospects of proteins were also discussed in the lecture.

Around 70 students of the Department of Paramedical Sciences were benefitted with the informative and scholarly lecture.

The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the spirit of Dr. Ranjeet Singh in spreading the rays of education in the college of the vicinity and guiding the budding scholars.

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B.Sc. students at DAV College bid farewell to their seniors.

Reminiscing about the days spent in college, first and second year B.Sc. students bid an emotional yet fun filled farewell to the final year students. All the students enthusiastically participated in an event full of fun, music and games. Students made the best of the opportunity to showcase their unique talents such as singing, dancing, poetry, comedy and mimicry. A personality pageant was organized for outgoing students, which included ramp walk followed by talent show and questionnaire round. Sarthak Bansal of B.Sc. Non-Medical and Anjali of B.Sc. Medical were crowned Mr. and Miss Farewell respectively. Whereas Ramendra Singh of B.Sc. Non-Medical and Mehakpreet Kaur of B.Sc. Medical were crowned Mr. Handsome and Miss Gorgeous.
The Principal of College, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, congratulated the winners of the pageant. Besides congratulating the students for organizing a wonderful event, he reminded them to be prepared for the upcoming exams and perform their best. He also motivated the outgoing students to do well in life and bring laurels to their parents and the institution. He appreciated the efforts of Prof. Harpreet Kaur Brar for her untiring efforts in organizing the mega event gracefully. The function was attended by Vice-Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg, Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, Staff Secretary Prof. Kuldeep Singh, Prof. Ravinder Singh Head Department of Punjabi, Dr. Gurpreet Singh Head Department of Physics, Prof. Meetu S. Wadhwa Head Department of Chemistry, Dr. Kriti Gupta Head Department of Botany, Dr. Amar Santosh Singh Head Department of Zoology and all the faculty members who teach B.Sc. classes.

DAV College Bathinda organises an Extension Lecture on “Water Crisis and its Conservation in Punjab”.

Eco Club under the aegis of the Department of Botany and Department of Zoology of DAV College Bathinda organises an Extension Lecture on “Water Crisis and its Conservation in Punjab”. Dr. Onkar Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology and Environmental Sciences, Punjabi University Patiala was the Resource Person for the lecture. The event was supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and Punjab State Council for Science and Technology acted as State Nodal Agency.
The distinguished speakers delineated about the distribution of global water resources, national scenario of water resources and categorization of blocks/mandals/talukas. He also informed the listeners about the status of available water resources in Punjab and depletion of under ground water level year after year due to human intervention. The causes of water depletion and problems due to depletion of water levels were highlighted. He also discussed about the consequences of water depletion and remedies for water conservation. The issues of water logging, salinity and pollution of water resources were also discussed thoroughly.
The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded Dr. Kriti Gupta, Head, Department of Botany, Dr. Amar Santosh, Head, Department of Zoology and Coordinators of the event Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Amandeep Kaur for their enormous and qualitative efforts for the cause of sustainable environment.
Also present on the occasion were Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, Dean IIC Dr. Vandana Jindal, IQAC Coordinator Dr. Pawan Kumar, Dr. Parveen Bala, Prof. Monika Bhatia, Prof. Amit Kumar Singla, Prof. Seema, Dr. Prabhjot Kaur, Prof. Neha Garg, Dr. Monika Ghulla, Dr. Vikas Duggal, Prof. Sonia Mangla, Prof. Priyanka, Prof. Kiran Kaur and Prof. Balwinder Kaur.
 

Valedictory Session of Three Days Workshop on Vermicomposting, Dry Leaves Composting and Liquid Fertilizers conducted at DAV College Bathinda.

The Concluding Day of the Three Days ‘Workshop on Vermicomposting, Dry Leaves Composting and Liquid Fertilizers’ supported by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change at DAV College Bathinda remained intellectually rewarding. Punjab State Council for Science and Technology (PSCST) acted as State Nodal Agency. The Chief Guest of the day was Sh. Rahul, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Bathinda.
Day III commenced with an Expert talk on Dry Leaves Composting by Dr. Sukhwinder Singh, Soil Scientist, Punjab Agriculture University, Regional Research Station, Bathinda. He delineated on the productive conversion of Dry Plants material into valuable Compost, required techniques and procedures. Sh. Rahul advised the participate to start composting at small scale level and use kitchen waste constructively.
The second half of the day began with a demonstration on Dry Leaves composting where Dr. Amandeep Kaur, Coordinator Workshop detailed the procedure of turning green waste into gold for plants. 138 students from Various Schools and Colleges, Mrs. Inderjit Kaur and Mrs. Varnita Puri from Municipal Corporation and NSS Volunteers of DAV College Bathinda attended the presentation and inquisitively raised their queries.
The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Vice Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg, Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, IQAC Coordinator Dr. Vandana Jindal, IIC Coordinator Dr. Pawan Kumar, Staff Secretary Prof. Kuldeep Singh, and Coordinator Eco Club Dr. Ranjeet Singh felicitated the Chief Guest and the Guests. Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the efforts of Dr. Amandeep Kaur for her efforts in conducting the workshop. Dr. Kriti Gupta, Prof. Ramil Gupta and Prof. Nirmal Singh graced the occasion.
 

Day II of Workshop on Vermicomposting, Dry Leaves Composting and Liquid Fertilizers at DAV College Bathinda witnessed appreciable Enthusiasm.

Second Day of the Three Days ‘Workshop on Vermicomposting, Dry Leaves Composting and Liquid Fertilizers’ supported by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change at DAV College Bathinda continued to attract intellectuals in the vicinity. Punjab State Council for Science and Technology (PSCST) acted as State Nodal Agency.
Day II set about with an Expert talk by Dr. Yogalakhsmi KN, Head, Department of Environmental Science and Technology and Dean of School of Environment and Earth Sciences, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on Solid Waste Management. She elaborated on the Solid Waste, Classification of Solid Waste, Waste Generation, Consequences of Improper Disposal, Efficient Disposal of Solid Waste.
The Day concluded with the demonstration on Liquid Fertilizers from Kitchen Waste where Dr. Amandeep Kaur, Coordinator Workshop detailed the procedure of managing and extracting the essential nutrients from the Kitchen Waste wisely and supplying it to the Plants. 120 students from Various Schools and DAV College, Staff from Municipal Corporation and NSS Volunteers of DAV College Bathinda attended the presentation and inquisitively raised their queries.
The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Vice Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg, Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, IQAC Coordinator Dr. Vandana Jindal, Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) Coordinator Dr. Pawan Kumar, Coordinator Eco Club Dr. Ranjeet Singh felicitated the guest. Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the efforts of Dr. Amandeep Kaur for her skillful organisation of the workshop. Prof. Vikas Katia, Prof. Ravinder Singh, Prof. Aman Malohtra, Dr. Kusum Gupta, Dr. Parveen Bala, Dr. Gurpreet Singh, Dr Kriti Gupta, Prof.Neha Sharma, Dr. Vikas Duggal, Prof. Gurdeep Singh, Prof Nirmal Singh, Prof. Manpreet Punia and Prof. Jyoti graced the occasion.
 

Three Days Workshop on Vermicomposting, Dry Leaves Composting and Liquid Fertilizers begin at DAV College Bathinda.

Under Environment Education Programme, a Three Days ‘Workshop on Vermicomposting, Dry Leaves Composting and Liquid Fertilizers’ supported by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change begins at DAV College Bathinda. The Nodal Agency for the workshop is Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, Chandigarh.
The Workshop began with the demonstration on Vermicomposting where Dr. Amandeep Kaur, Coordinator Workshop displayed the procedure of Vermicomposting and instructed the participants regarding the productive use of waste. Around 100 students and teachers from various Schools, Staff from Municipal Corporation and NSS Volunteers of DAV College Bathinda attended the presentation and inquisitively raised their queries.
The Demonstration was followed by an Expert talk by Dr. Wineet Chawla from MRSPTU, Bathinda on Vermicomposting, Turning Waste into Gold. He elaborated on Vermiculture and Vermitechnology, Economics and Schemes of Vermiculture.
The Principal of the College Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Vice Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg, Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) Coordinator Dr. Vandana Jindal, IQAC Coordinator Dr. Pawan Kumar, Staff Secretary Prof. Kuldeep Singh, Coordinator Eco Club Dr. Ranjeet Singh felicitated the guest. Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma appealed the students to construct such vermicomposts at small scale to utilize the Kitchen Waste and provide the best return to the nature. He congratulated Dr. Amandeep Kaur on the successful initiation of the workshop. Also Present on the occasion were Prof. Vikas Katia, Dr. Kusum Gupta, Prof. Meetu S. Wadhwa, Dr. Parveen Bala, Dr. Gurpreet Singh, Dr. Shispal Jindal, Prof. Atul Singla, Prof. Amit Kumar Singla, Dr. Paramjeet Kaur, Prof. Monika Bhatia, Prof. Neha Garg, Prof. Munish, Prof. Heena Bindal, Prof. Ramil Gupta, Prof. Nirmal Singh, Prof. Manpreet Kaur Punia, Prof. Kiran, Prof. Balwinder Kaur, Dr. Sukhwinder Kaur and Dr. Monika Rani.
 

 

DAV College Bathinda organised Nature Camp under Environment Education Programme.

Eco club of DAV College, Bathinda organised Nature Camp under Environment Education Programme from Nov 18, 2023 to Nov 20, 2023 at Takhni Rehmapur Wildlife Life Sanctuary, Hoshiarpur. Punjab state Council for Science and Technology acted as Nodal agency and the Ministry of Environment and Forest Climate Change sponsored the camp. The Coordinators of the Camp, Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Amandeep Kaur accompanied by Prof. Kuldeep Singh, Prof. Nirmal Singh, Dr. Neetu Purohit and Prof. Ramil Gupta arranged for the camp for a total of 50 students.
Day I began with a Lecture on Flora and Fauna at Takhni Rehmapur Wildlife Sanctuary by Dr. Amandeep Singh, Nature Conservationist and Life Coach. He detailed the young minds about the significance of flora and fauna, destruction of their natural habitats by humans and the strategies to conserve biodiversity. The lecture was followed by Nature Walk and Bird Watching under the guidance of Dr. Amandeep Singh who time to time explained about the identification of chirping birds and footprints of distinct animals. Next was the visit to Watch Tower, which let the campers study the canopy view of the forests.
Day II of the camp commenced with a lecture on Importance of Biodiversity by Prof. Punit Puri, Head, Post Graduate Department of Zoology, DAV College, Jalandhar. He detailed the scope and types of Biodiversity and threats to it. Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Coordinator of the Camp, discussed the therapeutic values of plants. Under the guidance of Dr. Amandeep Kaur, Coordinator of the Camp, students collected and examined the pond water to study microbial diversity. Nature Photography was another event of the day. Field experiments under the guidance of Dr. Ranjeet Singh were performed in the lap of nature. Thereafter Poster Making Competition was organised. Varinda got the first, Rajwant Kaur was awarded the second and Lovepreet Kaur and Himkshi were awarded the third prize. In the Nature Photography Gurleen Kaur, Sarthak Bansal and Dushyant Jindal were declared first, second and third respectively. Earthen Toy Crafting competition was also organised in which Anjali was declared the winner. Arshdeep Singh grabbed the second and Nikita received the third prize. Grafting techniques were explained by Dr. Ranjeet Singh. Dr. Neetu Purohit headed the Talent show in which cultural activities were organised by the students.
Day III included an expert talk on Cleanliness of Environment by Prof. Nirmal Singh. Prof. Ramil Gupta managed the Prize Distribution session. Prof. Kuldeep Singh shared the Concluding Remarks at the end of the Camping day.
The Principal of the College, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma welcomed back the campers and applauded the efforts of Dr. Ranjeet Singh and Dr. Amandeep Kaur for managing the Camp efficiently. He also congratulated the participants on successful completion of the camp and receiving the certificates for the same.

Department of Zoology, DAV College Bathinda arranged for Lifeline Charitable Laboratory Visit

Department of Zoology of DAV College Bathinda planned a Visit to Lifeline Charitable Laboratory for the Students of B.Sc Medical. Monu Khusrsija, Owner, Lifeline Charitable Lab welcomed Prof. Amar Santosh, Head, Department of Zoology and all the inquisitive students.
Lab technicians Arshdeep and Rinku assisted the students and detailed about Blood Group and Biochemical, Complete Blood Count, Lipid Profile Tests, Blood Sugar Level, Creatinine, Sodium Potassium Level, Plasma Protein and Albumin tests. The students were also given exposure of collecting Blood Samples. They were made aware about the importance and techniques of proper disposal of Needles, Syringes, and Bio Waste.
The Principal of the College, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma applauded the efforts of Prof. Amar Santosh for taking an initiative of introducing the technicalities and practicalities of Medical Science.

Student Enrichment Programmes :-

Activities

2022-23

DAV College Bathinda Organized Mutual-Induction Program of B.Sc. Students through Experiments and Demonstrations in Sciences. (16 Sep., 2023)

Departments of Physics, Botany, and Zoology of DAV College, Bathinda ignited the flames of scientific curiosity through an enthralling competition on Experiments & Demonstrations in Sciences. This event, held under the auspices of the DBT Star College Scheme, unfolded on the 16th of September, 2023, commencing at 10:00 AM, at the state-of-the-art Innovation-Hub located within the hallowed halls of the Physics Department.

Dr. Gurpreet Singh, the Head of Department for Physics spearheading the activity, welcomed a vibrant cohort of 62 budding scholars pursuing B.Sc. across Medical and Non-Medical disciplines. The competition served as an induction program for the fresh faces of B.Sc., seamlessly blending theory with hands-on practice.

The event witnessed participants from B.Sc.-II and IIIrd Years expertly crafting insightful presentations using PPTs, enlightening the newcomers with a vivid array of demonstrations, each anchored in fundamental scientific principles. Dr. Amar Santosh, the Head of Zoology Department, delivered a captivating exposition on the workings of the Digital Microscope.

Dr. Kulwinder Singh Mann, co-ordinator, DBT Star College Scheme deftly guided the proceedings, overseeing a diverse array of demonstrations encompassing topics as diverse as Conservation of Angular Momentum, Equilibrium, Plasma, Tesla Coil, Black Hole, Faraday Electromagnetic Shielding, Racing Track, Working Principle of Generator, Automatic Energy Saver, Total Internal Reflection Vortex Formation, Digital Microscope, and Detection of Blood Pressure.

During the tea break, students engaged in a fruitful exchange with Dr. Vikas Duggal regarding his recent research endeavor, conducted in tandem with B.Sc. scholars under the DBT-Star College Scheme. Dr. Kulwinder Singh Mann, the DBT Coordinator, illuminated the scheme’s overarching objectives.

Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma extended his congratulations to the departments for orchestrating this enlightening interdepartmental activity. He also unveiled plans for an upcoming mega science fair scheduled for the first week of October, 2023.

The eminent panel of judges, Dr. Kulwinder Singh Mann and Dr. Amar Santosh, meticulously assessed the teams, weighing their grasp of the demonstration’s underlying concepts and the level of participant involvement. In recognition of their efforts, certificates and accolades were conferred upon the victors.

Team No. 2 (Sarthik, Ramendra, Jasleen, Muskan) secured the coveted First Prize, with Team No. 8 (Aanjali Kumari, Maha Singh) clinching Second Prize, and Team No. 1 (Garima, Nikita, Sarita) securing the Third Prize. Teams No. 3 and 4 (Tanisha, Arshdeep Singh, Amandeep Kaur, Navnish Kaur, Nishtha) were lauded with Consolation Prizes.

In a concluding gesture, Dr. Kulwinder Singh Mann extended a vote of thanks, applauding the students for their indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to the spirit of scientific inquiry.

 

DAV COLLEGE BATHINDA CELEBRATES THE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY (IDB)-2023 (27 May 2023)

The Departments of Botany, DAV College Bathinda celebrated the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB)-2023 on the theme “From Agreement to Action: Build Back Biodiversity” on May 27, 2023. The event was organized in collaboration with Punjab Biodiversity Board (PBB) and sponsored by National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), Govt. of India. On this occasion, various events like extension lecture, tree plantation, photography competition and poster presentation were organized. The resource person Dr. Daizy Rani Batish, Professor Department of Botany, Punjab University Chandigarh was extended a warm welcome by the Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Vice Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg, Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, Staff Secretary Prof. Kuldeep Singh, Event Coordinator Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Head, Department of Zoology Dr. Amar Santosh, Head Department of Botany Dr. Kriti Gupta and Dr. Amandeep Kaur.

Dr. Daizy Rani Batish elucidated on scope of biodiversity, its principles and conservation practices of biodiversity. She stated that biological diversity is often understood in terms of the wide variety of plants, animals and microorganisms, but it also includes genetic differences within each species — for example, between varieties of crops and breeds of livestock — and the variety of ecosystems (lakes, forest, deserts, agricultural landscapes) that host multiple kind of interactions among their members (humans, plants, animals). She further stated that if we keep our biodiversity intact, it will help in maintaining the ecological balance.

Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma thanked the resource person Dr. Daizy Rani Batish for making the youth aware of that how biological diversity is a global asset of tremendous value to future generations. He appreciated the event coordinator Dr. Ranjeet Singh for organizing this event.

The faculty members present on the occasion included Prof. S.K. Bhatia, Prof. Ravinder Singh, Dr. Gurpreet Singh, Prof. Aman Malhotra, Prof. Monica Bhatia, Dr. Neha Jindal, Prof. Neha Garg, Prof. Harpreet Kaur and Prof. Nirmal Singh.

The stage was conducted by Dr. Ranjeet Singh and the formal vote of thanks was extended by Dr. Kriti Gupta.

DAV College Bathinda Organises Lecture on “Anthropocene; A Misplaced Trust in Ecological Utopia”

The Department of Zoology in collaboration with the Eco Club organized an extension lecture on “Anthropocene; A Misplaced Trust in Ecological Utopia” for B.Sc. students on April 25, 2023. The resource person on the occasion was Professor (Dr.) Himender Bharti (Director, Centre for Restoration of Ecosystem of Punjab & Former Head, Department of Zoology and Environmental Sciences, Punjabi University Patiala). The program was supported and funded by Punjab State Council for Science and Technology (PSCST) and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) under the Environment Education Program. Dr. Himender Bharti and Dr. Meenakshi Bharti were accorded a warm welcome by the Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Vice Principal Prof. Parveen Kumar Garg Registrar Dr. Satish Grover, Staff Secretary Prof. Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Zoology Dr. Amar Santosh, Head Department of Botany Dr. Kriti Gupta, Dr. Amandeep Kaur and Dr. Ranjeet Singh.

Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma thanked the resource person Dr. Himender Bharti for laying open the platform for discussion on a relevant topic, He appreciated the faculty of Zoology Department Dr. Amar Santosh Singh (Head, Department of Zoology) and Dr. Amandeep Kaur for organizing this lecture.

The stage was conducted by Dr. Amandeep Kaur and the formal vote of thanks was extended by Dr. Amar Santosh Singh.

DAV College Bathinda Organises Molecular Lab Visit for B.Sc. Students (17 Oct 2022)

The Department of Zoology of DAV College Bathinda organized a molecular Lab Visit to Central University of Punjab, Bathinda for B.Sc. Medical (III Year) students.

Integrating curriculum with the practical knowledge, the students were taken to the Central Instrumentation Lab and were demonstrated the functioning of the various lab instruments like PCR, DNA Sequencer, Flow Cytometer, Bioanalyzer, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer (NMR,600MHz), Powder X-Ray Diffractometer(XRD),Inductively coupled Plasma Mass spectrometer, Gas Chromatography, etc. Dr. Rabindra Kumar and Dr. Sumeer Razdan imparted valuable information on the working of different instruments used in the laboratory.

The Principal Dr. Rajeev Kumar Sharma appreciated the Dr. Amar Santosh (Head, Department of Zoology) and Dr. Kriti Gupta (Head, Department of Botany) for organizing this lab visit. He said that such lab visits impart hands on knowledge to the students and enhance their knowledge trajectories.

Field Trip to Bir Talab

The Department of Botany of DAV College Bathinda organized a field trip to Bir Talab Zoo, Bathinda for the students of B.Sc.III (Medical) as a part of the curriculum.

Lecture on Biodiversity: Status & Conservation in India

The Departments of Botany and Zoology, DAV College Bathinda on the occasion of “International Biodiversity Day” organized a lecture on the topic, “Biodiversity: Status & Conservation in India”. The resource person on the occasion was Dr. Avneet Pal Singh (Department of Botany, Punjabi University Patiala).

National Conference on “Recent Advances in Science & Technologyfor Sustainable Development”

The Departments of Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Botany and Zoology) of DAV College Bathinda organized a SERB-DST & DBT Sponsored Multi-Disciplinary National Conference on “Recent Advances in Science & Technology for Sustainable Development” on 05th March, 2022.

 

National Science Day

The Departments of Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Botany and Zoology) of DAV College Bathinda celebrated National Science Day on 2/03/2022 on the theme “Integrated Approach in Science & Technology for Sustainable Future”. Financial Assistance for the event was provided by Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST), National Council for Science & Technology Communication (NCTSC) and Department of Science & Technology (DST) Govt. of India. On this occasion various events like lecture, slide show, Quiz Competition and Poster competition were organised.

Environmental Rangoli Competition

With an aim of bringing forth the creativity and making students environmentally aware, the Faculty of Sciences, DAV College Bathinda under the banner of DBT Star College Scheme organized an interdepartmental activity “Environmental Rangoli Making Competition” on November 25, 2021. The adjudicators for the event were Prof. Rajnish Kumar (Retd. Prof., Department of Botany, DAV College, Bathinda), Prof. I. K. Sukhija (Retd. Prof., Department of Zoology, DAV College, Bathinda) and Dr. Harjinder Singh Mann, Registrar and Associate Professor of Physics Department, Govt. Rajindra College, Bathinda). The competition witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 118 students from various schools and colleges of Bathinda city and nearby villages.

2021-22

Clinical Lab Visit for B.Sc. Students

The Department of Zoology of DAV College Bathinda organized a clinical Lab Visit for B.Sc. Medical (III Year) students on November 23, 2022 under the guidance of Dr. Amandeep Kaur.

Knowledge Quest -2021

Under the DBT STAR College Scheme, Departments of Physics, Botany, and Zoology of DAV College Bathinda organized a quiz competition “Knowledge Quest” for science students on 10th March, 2021. The focus of this competition was on creating more awareness of science and technology and inculcating scientific temperament amongst the students.

One day workshop on “Bioinformatics: An Ocean of Opportunities to Leverage During Lockdown”

The Departments of Botany and Physics of DAV College Bathinda, organized a one day webinar on “Bioinformatics: An Ocean of Opportunities to Leverage During Lockdown” under DBT sponsored Star College Scheme. Dr. Felix Bast (Associate Professor, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda) was the resource person on the occasion.

Clinical Lab Visit

The students of B.Sc. (Medical) II & III of DAV College, Bathinda were taken on a clinical lab visit to GEE ESS Laboratory Bathinda on March 09, 2020. Dr. Saran Pal imparted valuable information on the working of different instruments used in the laboratory and Mr. Paramjit demonstrated different types of blood and urine tests performed in the laboratory.

Students of DAV College Bathinda taken for the Field Visit to Bir Talab on 02 Nov., 2019.

National Conference on “Emerging Scenario in Basic and Applied Sciences for Sustainable Development” was held on 5th April,2018. Dr. R.K. Kohli , vice-chancellor, Central University of Punjab,Bathinda was Keynote Speaker on the Occasion. Dr. Rohit Mehra , Professor, Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology(NIT), Jalandhar was Resource Person in the Conference.

    

Educational Tour/Trip :

  1. Clinical lab visit for B.Sc. students was organized at GEE ESS lab at Bathinda on 20th April, 2019
  2. To integrate the curriculum with practical knowledge, students were taken to Dr. Monika’s Lab on 10th  Mar., 2018
  3. Clinical lab visit for B.Sc. students was organized at Tayal’s lab at Bathinda on 7th July, 2017
  4. Students were taken for a four day educational tour to Haldi Ghati and Udaipur on 17th Mar., 2017
  5. One day educational trip was organized to Bir, near Faridkot for B.Sc. students on 13th Mar., 2016.

Farewell Party:

  1. For outgoing students, a Farewell Party was organized on 3rd April, 2018  at D.A.V. College where students presented various cultural items.
  2. Farewell Party was organized on 29th Mar., 2017 for outgoing students at D.A.V. College where students presented various cultural items.