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Department of Botany

History of the department


Department of Botany offers B. Sc. Medical where the students study about the various aspects of Botany, Chemistry and Zoology. Students are imparted knowledge about plants and their internal structure and physiology using various Audio-Visual aids. They receive hands-on training in all the experiments. An educational trip is organized annually which enables them to understand about the Environment and Flora of the region.

Botanical Garden:
A Botanical Garden was established in 2011. It is home to more than 60 plant species and a haven for various birds and insect species. The students are able to understand their morphology and ecological significance by seeing the plant species up and close.

Vermicompost Unit:
A Vermicompost Unit was established in 2017 under the leadership of Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon to utilize the waste of the College and create ‘Black Gold’. A Short Term Course in Vermicomposting is organized annually since 2017 during which the students are taught about the technique of Vermicompost formation.

Faculty Profile


  • Dr. Harpreet Kaur
  • Specialization :Botany
  • Educational Qualifications :M.Sc. B.Ed. Ph.D.
  • Designation :Assistant Professor in Botany
  • CV :
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon
  • Specialization :Botany
  • Educational Qualifications :M.Sc. (Hons Sch), M.Phil, B.Ed., Ph.D. CSIR NET.
  • Designation :Assistant Professor in Botany, Head of Department of Botany
  • Phone Number :7347299160.
  • Email :[email protected]
  • CV :
  • Mr. Pargat Singh
  • Specialization :Botany
  • Educational Qualifications :M.Sc. B.Ed
  • Designation :Assistant Professor in Botany
  • Phone Number :9876931363.
  • CV :

Academic Qualifications


  • Doctorate awarded in 2010- Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
  • CSIR- JRF qualified in June 2001
  • B. Ed.- Government College of Education, Sector 20, Panjab University, Chandigarh. (April, 2000)
  • M. Phil, Plant Physiology, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh. (May, 1999)
  • M. Sc. (Hons. Sch.) Botany, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh. (May, 1998)
  • B. Sc. (Hons. Sch.), Botany, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh. (May, 1996)
  • 10+2 Medical, Government Rajindra College, Bathinda. (May, 1992)
  • Matriculation, St. Joseph’s Convent School, Bathinda. (March, 1990)
  • SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILED
  • Availed the JRF and SRF Scholarships from CSIR, New Delhi while pursuing Ph. D. from Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh in collaboration with Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
  • Title of Ph. D. thesis:
    “In vitro propagation and genetic transformation of two medicinally important plants, Malaxis acuminata D. Don and Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle”

    TEACHING EXPERIENCE (Total- 16.5 Years)
  • Served as a Lecturer in Biology on adhoc basis from April 16, 2001 to April 05, 2002 in Guru Nanak College, Mandi Killianwali, Distt. Muktsar.
  • Served as a Lecturer in Biotechnology in Shanti Devi Arya Mahila College, Dinanagar, Distt. Gurdaspur. (17 Nov., ’09 to 10 Jun., ‘10 on three year Contractual Basis, pay scale: 8000-275-13500).
  • Served as a Lecturer in Biotechnology in Kamla Nehru College for Women, Phagwara, Distt. Kapurthala. (1 Jul., ’10 to 31 Aug., ’11 on three year contract basis, pay- a consolidated of Rs. 16000 per month).
  • Served as Assistant Professor in Biotechnology in Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. (5 Sep., ’11 to 29 Aug., ‘14 on three year University contract basis, pay scale: 15639 plus D. A.)
  • Presently working as Assistant Professor in Botany, Department of Basic Sciences in Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib. (30 Aug., ’14 till date on Regular basis in the revised UGC grade of 15600-39100+ AGP 6000; got confirmation letter in Oct.,’16; 15600-39100+ AGP 7000 since Feb., 2022)
  • PUBLICATIONS
  • Research Papers/ Chapters in Books: 11
  • Workshops/ FDPs/ Orientation Programmes attended: 4
  • Conferences Attended: 51
  • Papers Presented: 32
  • SUBJECTS TAUGHT
  • During earlier jobs: Biochemistry, Genetics, Plant Tissue Culture, Plant Physiology, Cell Biology, Gymnosperms, and Angiosperms.
  • During the current job: Cell Biology, Diversity of Microorganisms, Systematics and Plant Diversity, Plant Physiology and Biochemistry.
  • LIFE MEMBERSHIP OF SOCIETIES
  • The Orchid Society of India, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
  • Society for Plant Research, Department of Botany, Bareilly College, Bareilly.
  • Punjab Academy of Sciences, Union Building, Punjabi University, Patiala.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES


  • Worked as University Invigilator for Paper Biochemistry for B. Sc. Biotechnology, Kanya Maha Vidylaya, Jalandhar, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Jan., 2014.
  • Performed duty of Outsider Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, at KMV, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Sep., 2011- April, 2014.
  • Organized Extension Lecture by Prof. P. Pathak on ‘Orchid Mania’ and ‘Orchids and Biotechnology’ on 3 Nov., 2014.
  • Performed the duty of External Examiner during Practical Examinations, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar while working in Kamla Nehru College for Women, Phagwara, Distt. Kapurthala and Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar.
  • Performed the duty of Internal Examiner during Practical Examinations while working at Shanti Devi Arya Mahila College, Dinanagar, Gurdaspur; Kamla Nehru College for Women, Phagwara, Distt. Kapurthala; Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar; and Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Administrative duties 2014-15
  • Performed duty of Centre Superintendent in Semester and Annual University Examinations in April, 2015, at Government College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
  • Performed duty of Deputy Superintendent in University examinations, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh in Dec., 2014
  • Performed the duty of External Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Performed the duty of Internal Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Administrative duties 2015-16
  • Performed the duty of External Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Performed the duty of Internal Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Administrative duties 2016-17
  • Performed duty of Deputy Superintendent in University examinations, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh in May, 2017.
  • Performed Assistant Superintendent Duty in University Examinations, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh in Dec., 2016.
  • Performed the duty of External Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Performed the duty of Internal Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Worked as University Invigilator for Papers Cell Biology, Diversity of Microorganisms, Systematics and Diversity of Gymnosperms and Angiosperms, Plant Physiology, Economic Botany, and Ecology for B. Sc. Medical, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh; Jan., 2017 and May-June 2017.
  • Administrative duties 2017-18
  • Documented 150 species of plants in the College Campus of Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Feb-March, 2017.
  • Performed the duty of Member and Incharge (Feb-May, 2018), Red Ribbon Club, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Member, Eco and Go Green Club, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Member, Landscaping Committee, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Incharge, Tour Committee, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of putting the name plates of plant species in the College Campus.
  • Performed the duty of re-assessment of the plant species in the College Campus.
  • Performed the duty of Tutor of B. Sc. Medical (III).
  • Performed the duty of Incharge and organised the Botanical Trip of B. Sc II and III year to Harike Pattan and Sadda Pind.
  • Organized Short Term Course on ‘Vermicomposting’ (5-12 Apr., 2018).
  • Organized Poster Making cum Speech Contest and Extension Lecture as Incharge, Red Ribbon Club, on ‘Drug Abuse and its Prevention’ (16 Apr., 2018).
  • Stage conduct of the Inter school Competitions event ‘Pratibha’ on 24 Jan., 2018.
  • Performed Assistant Superintendent Duty in University Examinations, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh in Dec., 2017.
  • Performed Assistant Superintendent Duty in University Examinations, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh in Dec., 2017.
  • Performed the duty of External Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Performed the duty of Internal Examiner during Practical Examinations
  • Administrative duties in Session 2018-19
  • Performed the duty of Member, Admission Committee, B.Sc. Medical and Non Medical (Jul-Aug., 2018).
  • Performed Assistant Superintendent Duty in University Examinations, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Panjab University, Chandigarh in Dec., 2018.
  • Performed the duty of Examiner in Final University Examinations in May, 2018 and Dec., 2018.
  • Performed the duty of Incharge, Vermicompost Unit, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Incharge, Tour Committee, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Member, Red Ribbon Club, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Member, Eco and Go Green Club, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of Member, Landscaping Committee, Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Performed the duty of re-assessment of the plant species in the College Campus.
  • Performed the duty of Tutor of B. Sc. Medical (III).
  • Performed the duty of Teacher Incharge, Short term Course on Vermicomposting (1-6 Apr., 2019).
  • Performed the duty of English News Incharge.
  • Departmental Duties 2018-19
  • Performed the duty of Incharge and organised the Botanical Trip of B. Sc. II and III Medical to PAU, Ludhiana (15 Mar., 2019).
  • Performed the duty of Tour Incharge and organized Departmental Trip of all students to Jaipur, Pushkar, Ajmer, and Ranthambore (26-31 Oct., 2018).
  • Performed the duty of Incharge of Departmental News.
  • Performed the duty of Incharge of maintaining News file, Photo album of student and Departmental activities.
  • Performed the duty of Incharge of Botany lab and Botanical Garden and added new aquatic species in Botanical Garden pond.
  • Performed the duty of Stage conduct at National Seminar ERTEP 2019 (22 Feb., 2019).
  • Performed the duty of Stage conduct Incharge at National Workshop NSAR 2019 (9-10 Mar., 2019).
  • Administrative duties (2020-21)
  • Incharge College NSS Unit, (since July 2021)
  • Incharge, Vermicomposting Unit
  • Member, Research Committee
  • Member, Landscaping Committee.
  • Member, College ‘ Eco and Go Green Club’
  • Organizer and Teacher Incharge, Short Term Course in Vermicomposting 21-28 June, 2021
  • Organizer, Online celebration of Van Mahotsav Day, 6 July, 2021
  • Duty of evaluation at evaluation centre of PU, Chandigarh. Online examination of final year, Sept. 2020
  • Duty of evaluation at evaluation centre of PU, Chandigarh. Online examination of final year, April, 2021
  • Duty of evaluation at evaluation centre of PU, Chandigarh. Online examination of final year, Jul., 2021
  • Conducted Online Practical Botany Exams, Jun., 2021
  • Asst. Supdt. at centre No. 1 for recruitment exam of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot.
  • Incharge, Department News for Newspaper and FB
  • Incharge, Department Photo album
  • Incharge, Department Tour/Trip
  • Incharge, Department Alumni and student progression record (2020-21)
  • Duty of Maintenance of soft copy of Lecture Shortage record
  • Duty of collection of Department Student Absentee record
  • Department record maintenance (2019-20, 2020-21)
  • Tutor of B.Sc. III Medical
  • Duty of preparation of Botany Lab audit report (2020-21) and Teacher Incharge
  • Stock verification of Chemistry Lab audit and verification (2020-21)
  • Actively participated to organize Department Farewell Party of Department of Basic Sciences on 10 Aug, 2021
  • Performed duty as Teacher Incharge of Department of Basic Sciences in Alumni Meet of College Students
  • Collected the ICT links of Department faculty and made a report
  • Organization of Department Farewell, 10 July 2021
  • Administrative Duties (2021-22)
  • NSS Coordinator
  • Duty to provide data of educational tours and trips for Academic Audit
  • Incharge Vermicompost Unit
  • Member, Eco and Go green Club
  • Organization of World Habitat Day
  • Organization of District Level Competitions organized by Red Ribbon Club and NSS, 15 Sep., 2021
  • Organization of Blood Donation Camp to commemorate NSS Day, 30 Sep., 2021
  • Organization of Seminar on Nutrition to celebrate Poshan Maah, 30 Sep., 2021
  • Organization of Seminar on Dengue-Awareness and Prevention, Oct., 2021
  • Organzation of Swachhta Pakhwada month, Oct 2021
  • Organizer, Fogging dive and anti-larvicidal spray drive, Oct., 2021
  • Organizer, Poster Making Competitions on SVEEP Program (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation Program) on 21 Nov., 2021.
  • Organizer, Pledge taking ceremony on National Constitution Day, 26 Nov., 2021
  • Organizer, Poster Making Competition to mark the National Constitution Day, 26 Nov., 2021
  • Organizer, Poster Making and Slogan Writing Competition to create awareness about AIDS Day, 1 Dec., 2021
  • Organizer, online Selfie with Mother/Daughter event to celebrate National Girl Child Day, 24 Jan., 2022
  • Organizer, Online Essay Writing Competition to mark National Girl Child Day, 24 Jan., 2022
  • Organizer, Online Recitation of National Anthem to mark the celebration of Republic Day, 26 Jan., 2022
  • Organizer to make sure the student attendance in Webinar on Sensitization and Training of Poll Volunteers for Facilitation of PwD Voters, 7 Feb., 2022
  • Organizer and motivator for student participation in Youth Parliament, 18-26 Feb., 2022
  • Organizer, Seminar ‘Swai Samwaad: Main Aurat Haan’ to celebrate International Women’s Day, 8 Mar., 2022
  • Organizer, E-Quiz to commemorate International Women’s Day on the topic ‘International Women’s Day: Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow’, 8 Mar., 2022
  • Organizer, event to mark Shahidi Diwas of Bhagat Singh , 29 Mar., 2022
  • Editor, Science Section, Roopmani magazine
  • Member, Discipline Committee, Daily Discipline duty during third lecture
  • Member, Cleanliness Committee, Parking and Auditorium area
  • Convenor, Online Leaf Art Competitions for Science Day celebration on theme ‘Integrated Approach in Science and Technology for Sustainable Future’, 17 Mar., 2022
  • Stage Conduct, National Science Day celebration Prize Distribution, 24 Mar., 2022
  • Convenor and Moderator, DBT sponsored two day National Webinar on “Recent advances in science and its application”, 25-26 Mar., 2022
  • Incharge Departmental News
  • Incharge Departmental Photography
  • Incharge Departmental Alumni Record/Placement
  • Incharge Department Student Progression Record
  • Incharge Department Teaching Plan
  • Incharge Department ICT Record
  • Incharge Botany Lab
  • Incharge Botanical Garden
  • News and Photography Incharge for World Heart Day competitions
  • News and Photography Incharge for Elocution Competitions organized during Vigilance Week (26 Oct.-1 Nov., 2021)
  • Tutor B. Sc. III Medical
  • Admission Committee Member
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, July, 2022
  • Evaluation of examination copies, Panjab University Examinations, July, 2021
  • Evaluation of examination copies, Panjab University Examinations, Mar., 2022
  • Administrative Duties (2022-23)
  • NSS Coordinator
  • Incharge Vermicompost Unit
  • Member, Eco and Go green Club
  • Organization of Blood Donation Camp to commemorate NSS Day, 30 Sep., 2022
  • Organization of Elocution Competition on International Day of Non Violence to celebrate Gandhi Jayanti, 1 Oct., 2022
  • Organization of Swachhta Pakhwada month, October, 2022
  • Organizer, Fit India Freedom Run, October, 2022
  • Organizer, Unity Run and Pledge taking Ceremony to commemorate National Unity Day, 31 Oct., 2022
  • Organizer, NSS Seven Day Camp, 2- 8 Jan., 2023
  • Organizer, NSS Unit participation in March Past during Annual Sport Day of College, 22 Feb., 2023
  • Organizer, Sports events to celebrate ‘International Women’s Day’, 10-25 Mar., 2023
  • Organizer, World Environment Day celebration, 5 Jun., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘International Yoga Day’ celebration, 21 Jun., 2023
  • Editor, Science Section, Roopmani magazine
  • Member, Cleanliness Committee, Parking and Auditorium area
  • Correction of name plates of plants of College Campus
  • Tutor B. Sc. III Medical
  • Admission Committee Member
  • Organizer, 7 day Workshop and Hands on Training of Physics Practicals, 19-24 Sep., 2022
  • Organizer, National Chemistry Week Celebration, 16-22 Oct., 2022
  • Organizer, Extension Lecture on Fundamentals of Physics, 30 Jan., 2023
  • Organizer, Extension Lecture on Material Science and Nuclear Physics, 25 Feb., 2023
  • Organizer, Celebration of Wildlife Conservation Day by Eco and Go Green Club, 3 Mar., 2023
  • Organizer, Two day Workshop on Cathode Ray Oscilloscope, 6-7 Mar., 2023
  • Organizer, Seven Day Computer Workshop on C and C++ Programming, 10-16 Mar., 2023
  • Incharge, Departmental News
  • Incharge, Departmental Photography
  • Incharge, Departmental Alumni Record/Placement
  • Incharge, Department Student Progression Record
  • Incharge, Department Teaching Plan
  • Incharge, Department Tour Incharge
  • Incharge, Botany Lab
  • Incharge, Botanical Garden
  • News and Photography Incharge for 7 day Workshop, 19-24 Sep., 2022
  • News and Photography Incharge for Chemistry Week, 22 Oct., 2022
  • Organizer, Department Farewell, 25 Apr., 2023
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, Dec., 2022
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, May, 2023
  • Evaluation of examination copies, Panjab University Examinations, Jan., 2023
  • Question paper setting, conducting and evaluation of House Examinations
  • External Examiner, B. Sc. II Semester 4, Panjab University Practical Examination, 19 Apr., 2023
  • Internal Examiner, B. Sc. I Semester 2 Panjab University Practical Examination, 20 Apr., 2023
  • External Examiner, B. Sc. III Semester 6 Panjab University Practical Examination, 18 Apr., 2023
  • Administrative Duties (2023-24)
  • NSS Program Officer
  • Incharge, Vermicompost Unit
  • Editor Science Section, Roopmani Magazine
  • Organizer, ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’, Meeting organized at Buda Gujjar village, 17 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh Scheme’ Tree Plantation Drive and establishment of ‘Amrit Vatika’ at Buda Gujjar Village, 9 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ and ‘G-20 Presidency’, Lecture on ‘Water Conservation’, 14 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Panch Praan’ Pledge Ceremony, 14 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ Campaign, 14-15 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Yuva Samvaad@2047’, 18 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, Poster Making Competition, ‘Together Against Corruption’, 28 Aug., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Muktsar Marathon’ to commemorate Shahid Bhagat Singh and Drug Awareness, 28 Sep., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Swacchta Abhiyaan’ in association with NCC Army, NCC Navy, Eco and Go Green Club, 29 Sep., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Vigilance Awareness Week’ in association with Legal Literacy Club, NCC, Extension Activities Committee, 31 Oct- 6 Nov., 2023
  • Organizer, ‘Women’s Day Celebration in association with Guru Nanak Sociological Society, 7 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, ‘Short Term Course on Vermicomposting’, 11-18 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, ‘Blood Donation Camp’ to commemorate Shahid Bhahat Singh Martyrdom, 19 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, NSS Seven Day Special Camp, 23-29 Mar., 2024
  • Admission Committee Member
  • Tutor, B. A. III (3041-3080)
  • Organizer, Hand-On Physics Practical Training, 19-24 Sep., 2024
  • Organizer, Hand-On Training Physics Workshop, 5-10 Feb., 2024
  • Organizer, Extension Lecture on Particle Physics, 9 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Physics Workshop, Ardunio Board for Physics Practicals, 14-16 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Extension Lectures on Chemistry, 20 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Special Lecture on Physics, Emerging Trends and Future Directions Thermoelectric Materials, 18 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Special Lecture on Physics, X-Ray Diffraction from Basics to Applications, 18 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Extension Lecture on Chemistry, 22 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, National Science Day Celebrations, 18 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Webinar on Radiation Detection and Measurements, 21 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, One Day Seminar, Digital Electronics, 26 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, One Day Seminar on Open Source Softwares, 26 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, International Webinar on Understanding Universe with Particle Physics, 28 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, National Science Day Celebrations, 18 Mar., 2024
  • Stage Conduct, National Science Day Celebrations, 18 Mar., 2024
  • Incharge, Departmental News
  • Incharge, Departmental Photography
  • Incharge, Departmental Alumni Record/Placement
  • Incharge, Department Student Progression Record
  • Incharge, Department Teaching Plan
  • Incharge, Department Tour Incharge
  • Incharge, Department Parent Teacher Meeting
  • Incharge, Botany Lab
  • Incharge, Botanical Garden
  • News and Photography Incharge Physics Workshop, 5-10 Feb., 2024
  • News and Photography Incharge for Physics Lecture, 18 Mar., 2024
  • News and Photography Incharge for Chemistry Week, 20 Mar., 2024
  • News and Photography Incharge for Chemistry Lecture, 22 Mar., 2024
  • Organizer, Department Farewell, 25 Apr., 2024
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, Dec., 2023
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, May, 2024
  • Question paper setting, conducting and evaluation of House Examinations
  • External Examiner, B. Sc. III Semester 6, Panjab University Practical Examination, 22 Apr., 2024
  • Internal Examiner, B. Sc. I Semester 2 Panjab University Practical Examination, 18 Apr., 2024
  • Internal Examiner, B. Sc. II Semester 4 Panjab University Practical Examination, 20 Apr., 2024
  • Evaluation of examination copies, Panjab University Examinations, Jun., 2024
  • Administrative Duties (2024-25)
  • NSS Program Officer
  • Co-ordinator, Extension Activities Committee
  • Head, Department of Botany (since Oct., 2024)
  • Incharge, Vermicompost Unit
  • Editor Science Section, Roopmani Magazine
  • Member, Research Committee
  • Organizer, Cyber Security Campaign Awareness Lecture by NSS, 7 Aug., 2024
  • Organizer, Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyaan, 15 Aug., 2024
  • Organizer, Ozone Day Celebration, Tree Plantation, 16 Sep., 2024
  • Organizer, Blood Donation Camp on NSS Day celebration, in association with Red ribbon Club and Guru Nanak Sociological Society, 20 Sep., 2024
  • Organizer, International Seminar, Carbon emissions and Biodiversity Conservation, 14 Oct., 2024
  • Organizer, Poster Competition on World Food Day in association with Department of Botany, 16 Oct., 2024
  • Organizer, Awareness Lecture on 9th Ayruveda day by NSS, 29 Oct., 2024
  • Organizer, Special NSS Camp, 6-12 Jan., 2025
  • Performed duty of Judge for Poster Making Competition on International Social Justice Day Organized by PG Department of Sociology, 21 Feb., 2025
  • Organizer, Tree Plantation Drive to celebrate National Science Day by Department of Botany and NSS, 1Mar., 2025
  • Organizer, Awareness Lecture on ‘Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease’, by NSS in collaboration with PG Department of Sociology and Extension Activities Committee, to celebrate International Women’s Day, Village Lambi Dhab, 4 Mar., 2025
  • Organizer, Sale of Vermicompost at Entrepreneurship Mela, Organized By Department of Business Administration, home Science and Mathematics, 28 Mar., 2025
  • Organizer, Awareness Lecture on ‘Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease’, by NSS in collaboration with PG Department of Sociology, to celebrate World Health Day and Poshan Pakhwada, Village Kabarwala, 16 Apr., 2025
  • Organizer, Tree Plantation Drive, by NSS in collaboration with Department of Botany and Extension Activities, to celebrate World Earth Day, Village Kabarwala, 16 Apr., 2025
  • Organizer, Short Term Course on Vermicomposting, 29 Mar.-5 Apr., 2025
  • Admission Committee Member
  • Tutor B.Sc. II and III Medical
  • Incharge, Botany Lab
  • Incharge, Botanical Garden
  • Incharge, Cleanliness, Tuckshop and Food Hut region
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, Dec., 2024
  • Assistant Superintendent, Panjab University Examinations, May, 2025
  • Evaluation of examination copies, Panjab University Examinations, Jan., 2025
  • Question paper setting, conducting and evaluation of House Examinations
  • External Examiner, B. Sc. II Semester 4, Panjab University Practical Examination, 15 Apr., 2025
  • External Examiner, B. Sc. I Semester Panjab University Practical Examination, 20 Nov., 2024
  • External Examiner, B. Sc. I Semester Panjab University Practical Examination,19 Apr., 2025
  • Internal Examiner, B. Sc. III Semester 6 Panjab University Practical Examination, 21 Apr., 2025

CONSULTANCY


  • Delivered Awareness Lecture on ‘Saving our Environment’, by NSS in collaboration with Department of Botany and Extension Activities, to celebrate World Earth Day, Village Kabarwala, 16 Apr., 2025
  • Delivered Awareness Lecture on ‘Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease’, by NSS in collaboration with PG Department of Sociology, to celebrate World Health Day and Poshan Pakhwada, Village Kabarwala, 16 Apr., 2025
  • Delivered Awareness Lecture on ‘Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease’, by NSS in collaboration with PG Department of Sociology, to celebrate World Health Day and Poshan Pakhwada, Village Kabarwala, 16 Apr., 2025
  • Delivered Lecture on ‘Healthy Eating Habits for Better Life’ during Seven Day NSS Camp, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, 6 Jan., 2025
  • Delivered Lecture on ‘Healthy Eating Habits for Better Life’ during Seven Day NSS Camp, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, 23 Mar., 2024
  • Delivered Awareness Lecture on ‘Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome’ during Women’s Day Celebration by Guru Nanak Sociological Society, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, 7 Mar., 2024
  • Delivered a Lecture on ‘Duties of a Responsible Citizen’ during ‘Yuva Samwaad@2047’ and Panch Praan ‘Resolves for a Developed and Resurgent India. Organized by NSS, Red Ribbon Club, Department of Home Science, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib in collaboration with Nehru Yuva Kendra, Sankalp Education Society, Sri Muktsar Sahib, 18 Aug., 2023.
  • Delivered an Awareness Lecture on ‘Water Conservation and Rain Water Harvesting’. Organized by NSS and NCC Naval Unit of Guru Nanak College Sri Muktsar Sahib. To contribute to G-20 Presidency on the theme “Vasdhaiva Kutumbakam”, 14 Aug., 2023
  • Acted as Rapporteur during Technical Session of National Conference cum Workshop on Multidisciplinary Approaches in Studies, Conservation and Resource Development of Medicinal and Ornamental Orchids, The Orchid Society of India in collaboration with Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 3-5 Mar., 2023.
  • Acted as Judge at Photography Exhibition held during National Conference cum Workshop on Multidisciplinary Approaches in Studies, Conservation and Resource Development of Medicinal and Ornamental Orchids, The Orchid Society of India in collaboration with Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 3-5 Mar., 2023.
  • Awarded Certificate of Appreciation for meritorious services in the field of Nature, Climate, Environment and participation in the Natural Biodiversity Exhibition, held at Rose Garden, Panjab University, Chandigarh, 24-26 Feb., 2023. Her contribution towards the society is remarkable. Her exhibits were appreciated by one and all.
  • Exhibited my photographs at ‘Photography Exhibition cum Workshop on Environment, Climate and Biodiversity’ held at Panjab University, Chandigarh in collaboration with Horticulture Division, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 24-26 Feb., 2023
  • Delivered Lecture on ‘Healthy Eating Habits’ during Seven Day NSS Camp, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, 3 Jan., 2023
  • Delivered a talk on the Importance and relevance of NSS during Student Induction Program on 18 Sep., 2022, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Acted as expert for Green Audit at Kenway College of Education, Abohar, 23 Jul., 2022.
  • Acted as expert for Green Audit at Guru Ram Dass B. Ed. College, Jalalabad, 26 May, 2022.
  • Delivered a lecture as Keynote Speaker on ‘Healthy Eating Habits for Longer Life’ as a celebration of World Healthy Day by NSS unit of Panjab University Rural Centre, Kauni, Sri Muktsar Sahib on 7 Apr., 2022.
  • Delivered a talk on the Importance and relevance of NSS during Student Induction Program on 18 Sep., 2021, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib.
  • Delivered a talk, ‘Water Conservation’ as a Resource person in Webinar on ‘Catch the rain where it falls.’ Ministry of Jal Shakti in coordination with Nehru Yuva Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 27 Mar., 2021.
  • Subject Expert for the interview of Assistant Professor in Agriculture at Government College, Sri Muktsar Sahib in August, 2017 and Jan., 2018.
  • External Examiner for B. Sc. Agriculture at Government College, Sri Muktsar Sahib in subject Microbiology (Final Practical, 27 Apr., 2018).

PUBLICATIONS


    List of Papers:
  • Paper titled, ‘Medicinal orchids of Himachal Pradesh; their distribution, habit and flowering time.’ Promila Pathak, A. Bhattacharya, K. C. Mahant, Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, H. Piri and S. P. Vij. Indian Journal of Non Timber Forest Products, Vol 17 (3): 365-372, 2010.
  • Chapter titled ‘Asymbiotic seed germination of Malaxis acuminata: A study in vitro’ Published in Book titled ‘Development in Science and Technology: Women in Science and Technology’. ISBN No: 978-93-83730-71-1. Unimax Publications, Jalandhar. Mar., 2019.
  • Chapter titled ‘Conservation and Asymbiotic Seed Germination in Medicinally Important Orchid Malaxis acuminata D. Don’. Accepted in Book titled ‘Issues, Challenges and Opportunities in Science and Technology’ edited by Dr. Harpreet Kaur. Feb., 2022. Feb., 2022. ISBN: 9788129002518. New Era Publications, Chandigarh (International Publisher)
  • Chapter titled ‘Sleep and dreams affect our body and health: How is COVID-19 affecting?’ published in Book titled ‘Health, Environment and the Covid 19 Pandemic: Issues and Challenges’ edited by Dr. Navneet Saini. ISBN 978-81-290-0248-8. Oct., 2021.
  • Chapter titled ‘Asymbiotic seed germination of a therapeutically important endangered orchid, Malaxis acuminata D. Don using organic additives’ published in Edited book on Plant Biodiversity and Environment Conservation’ eds. Dr. Anjana Bhatia and Dr. Nitika Kapoor. E-International Conference on Plant Biodiversity and Environment Conservation (ICPBEC), HMV, Jalandhar. Unimax Publications, Jalandhar, India. ISBN No.: 978-93-83790-41-4, May, 2021.
  • Chapter titled ‘Asymbiotic seed germination and conservation of Malaxis acuminata D. Don.’ International Online Conference on Scientific Developments in the Current Era (ICSDCE-2021), I. B. College, Panipat. ISBN No. 978-93-83861-28-6. Proceedings ICSDE-2021, DGHE Approved International Online Conference, Scientific Developments in the Current Era, pg 66-76. May, 2021.
  • Paper titled ‘Effect of auxins on the asymbiotic seed germination of Malaxis acuminata- A medicinally important orchid.’ International Advanced Research Journal in Science, Engineering and Technology (IARJSET). Impact Factor 7.105. ISSN (O) 2393-8021 ISSN (P) 2394-1588. Vol 9 (2) Feb. 2022. Pg. 406-413. (DOI: 10.17148/IARJSET.2022.9260)
  • Paper titled, ‘Asymbiotic Seed Germination in a Medicinally Important and Near Threatened Terrestrial Orchid, Crepidium acuminatum (D. Don) Szlach. From Northwest Himalayas: A Study In vitro’, Journal of Orchid Society of India, 37: 49-57, 2023. ISSN 0971-5371.
  • Paper titled, ‘Effect of IAA on the Asymbiotic Seed Germination of Malaxis acuminata- A Medicinally Important and Near Threatened Terrestrial orchid’, International Research Journal of Management, Science and Technology, 15 (4): 683-692, 2024. ISSN 2250-1959 (Online) 2348-9367 (Print).
  • Paper titled, ‘Effect of Coconut Water on Asymbiotic Seed Germination of a Medicinally Important Orchid, Malaxis acuminata’, International Research Journal of Management, Science and Technology, 15 (5): 136-145, 2024. ISSN 2250-1959 (Online) 2348-9367 (Print).
  • Chapter titled, ‘Global Warming: An Indian Scenario’ published in Book titled, ‘COVID-19: A Boon for Environment, a Myth or Reality?’. Edited by Dr. Phula Rani. Editor-in-Chief- Dr. Rajiv Kumar. Saptrishi Publication. Pg: 184-200. ISBN: 978-81-974089-1-5. 2024.
  • List of Presented Abstracts/Papers:
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Germination of Malaxis acuminata D. Don: A study in vitro. National Conference cum Workshop on Multidisciplinary Approaches in Studies, Conservation and Resource Development of Medicinal and Ornamental Orchids, The Orchid Society of India in collaboration with Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 3-5 Mar., 2023. Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Global Warming. National Seminar on ‘COVID-19: A Boon for Environment, A Myth or Reality’, Department of Agriculture, G.G.D.S.D. College, Hariana, Hoshiarpur. 11 Feb., 2023. Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Effect of coconut water on the asymbiotic seed germination of a medicinally important orchid, Malaxis acuminata. National Conference on Current Scientific Innovations and Research in Plant Biology (CSIR-PB 2022), Society for Plant Research and Department of Botany, Akal College of Basic Sciences, Eternal University, Baru Sahib, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh. 27-28 May, 2022. Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Asymbiotic seed germination of Malaxis acuminata- A medicinally important orchid. National Conference cum Workshop on Agrotechnology, Value Addition, Global Trade and Sustainability of Medicinal/Neutraceutical Orchids (Online) Jointly organized by The Orchid Society of India, Chandigarh, YSR University, BSI Kolkata, ICAR-NRC for Orchids, Peykong. 25-27 Mar., 2022. Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Effect of auxins on the asymbiotic seed germination of Malaxis acuminata- A medicinally important orchid. First International Conference on Advancements in Science, Management and Engineering (Online) (ICSME-2022) jointly organized by Nrupathunga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka and RSP Research Hub, Comibatore, Tamil Nadu. 26-27 Feb., 2022. Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Effect of IAA on the asymbiotic seed germination of Malaxis acuminata- A medicinally important orchid. 25th Punjab Science Congress, Future Endeavours for Science and Technology for Sustainable Growth (Online), Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Khasa College, Sri Anandpur Sahib. 7-9 Feb., 2022. Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Asymbiotic seed germination of a therapeutically important endangered orchid, Malaxis acuminata D. Don using organic additives. E-International Conference on Plant Biodiversity and Environment Conservation (ICPBEC-2021), Jointly organized by P.G. Department of Botany HMV and Punjab Biodiversity Board, Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. 20-21 May, 2021. Certificate of Appreciation- Oral Presentation.
  • Dr. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Asymbiotic seed germination and conservation of Malaxis acuminata D. Don. International Online Conference on Scientific Developments in the Current Era (ICSDCE-2021), I. B. College, Panipat. 9-10 Apr., 2021. Oral Presentation.
  • Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Alkaloid concentration variations due to environmental conditions and growth stage in Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle. ‘National Seminar on Increasing Participation of Women in Science and Technology’, Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. 16 Mar., 2019. Award of Appreciation- Oral Presentation.
  • Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. Alkaloid concentration variations due to environmental conditions and growth stage in Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle. ‘National Seminar on Emerging Research Trends in Experimental Physics, ERTEP 2019’, Guru Nanak College of Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib., 22 Feb., 2019.Oral Presentation.
  • Germination studies on Solanum xantocarpum Schrad and Wendle. National Conference on Inter-disciplinary Aspects of Plant Sciences, 27th APSI Scientist Meet, Department of Biotechnology, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Kakryal, Katra, in collaboration with Academy of Plant Sciences, India. 2-4 Nov., 2017.Oral Presentation.
  • Plant Biotechnology and its Benefits for Society. International Multi-Stream Conference on Research and Society, Gujranwala Guru Nanak Institute of Management and Technology, Ludhiana. 29 Oct., 2017. Oral Presentation.
  • Effect of sucrose on germination in Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle. 19th Punjab Science Congress, SUS Group of Institutions, Tangori, Mohali, 7-9 Feb., 2016. Oral Presentation.
  • Effect of auxins on green pod culture in Malaxis acuminata: A therapeutically important orchid. National Conference on Advances in Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology, DAV College, Jalandhar. 28 Feb., 2015. (Best Poster Award)
  • Green pod culture in Malaxis acuminata: A therapeutically important orchid. 9th Chandigarh Science Congress CHASCON-2015, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 25-27 Feb., 2015. (Oral Presentation)
  • Germination experiments in Malaxis acuminata D. Don. Innovative Trends of Science and Technology in Current Scenario- 18th Punjab Science Congress, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh under the aegis of Punjab Academy of Sciences, Patiala. 7-9 Feb., 2015. (Oral Presentation)
  • Effect of salt strength on seed germination in Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle. Multi Disciplinary National Conference Science Colloquium Emerging Trends in Basic and Applied Sciences, DAV College, Jalandhar. 6-7 Mar., 2014.
  • Germination experiments in Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle using immature green berries. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. National Conference on ‘Perspectives and Trends in Plant Sciences and Biotechnology’. Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh and Society for Plant Research, India. 21-23 Feb., 2014. (Oral Presentation)
  • Germination experiments in medicinally important Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle using immature green berries. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. 17th Punjab Science Congress on ‘Science and Technology for Sustainable Growth’. Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala. 14-16 Feb., 2014. (Oral Presentation)
  • The effect of organic additives on the germination potential of Malaxis acuminata D. Don. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, Promila Pathak and S. P. Vij. National Conference on ‘Medicinal Orchids: Sustainable Use and Benefit Sharing for Rural and Tribal Communities’. The Orchid Society of India, Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh- 160014. 29-30 Mar., 2011. (Oral Presentation)
  • Bioenergy- A new hope for the millennium. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. National Seminar on ‘Global Warming and Biodiversity Conservation’. Zoology Department, JCDAV College, Dasuya. 27-28 Jan., ‘11. (Oral Presentation)
  • Making a big switch to biofuels. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. National Seminar on ‘Global Environmental Change: Challenges and Management Strategies’. Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. 21-22 Jan., ‘11.
  • Plant tissue culture: A boon for medicinal plants. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon. National Conference on ‘Recent Trends in Biotechnology’. Department of Biotechnology, DAV College, Amritsar. 1 Sep., ’10.
  • Effect of NAA on in vitro seed germination in Malaxis acuminata D. Don. Dhillon, M. K., P. Pathak, R. Tewari, S. P. Vij. Silver Jubilee Year 2008-09 of The Orchid Society of India and Symposium on Orchids: Science and Art, Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 16-17 Dec., ’08.
  • Effect of IAA on the germination of immature seeds of Malaxis acuminata D. Don. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, Pathak, P., Tewari, R. and Vij, S. P. National Conference on Orchids: Science and Society. Central College, Bangalore University, Bangalore. 10-12 Apr, ‘08.
  • Effect of IBA on the seed germination of Malaxis acuminata D. Don. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, Pathak, P., Tewari, R., and Vij, S. P. 2nd Chandigarh Science Congress: Empowering India by Scientific Integration, Innovation and Invention. Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 14-15 Mar., ’08.
  • Green pod culture in medicinally important orchid, Malaxis acuminata: A study in vitro. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, Promila Pathak, R. Tewari, S. P. Vij. 1st Chandigarh Science Congress: Learn Science- Live with Science. Panjab University, Chandigarh- 160014. 10-11 Mar., ’07. (Oral Presentation)
  • Effect of different concentrations of BAP on seed germination and differentiation in medicinally important Malaxis acuminata: a study in vitro. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, S. P. Vij, R. tewari, P. Pathak. 8th National Seminar on Orchid Conservation, Improvement and Commercialization and Satellite Symposium on Orchids: Why and How? The Orchid Society of India, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 18-19 Mar., ’06.
  • Green pod culture of Malaxis acuminata D. Don- a medicinally important orchid. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, R. Tewari, and Vishal Sharma. 93rd Indian Science Congress, The Indian Science Congress Association Kolkata, ANGRAU, Hyderabad. 3-7 Jan., ’06.
  • In vitro propagation of a medicinally important plant- Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad and Wendle. Dhillon, Mandeep Kaur, Vij, S. P., Tewari, R., and Pathak, P. 9th Chandigarh Symposium on New Biology, Post Genomic Era: Emergence of Molecular Medicine, Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 14-15 Feb., ’05.
  • Green pod culture in medicinally important orchid Malaxis acuminata: A study in vitro. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, P. Pathak, R. Tewari, S. P. Vij. 1st T. N. Khushoo Memorial Award Lecture, NBRI, Lucknow. 6-8 Apr., ’04.
  • Asymbiotic seed germination in Malaxis acuminata: A therapeutically important orchid. Mandeep Kaur Dhillon, Pathak, P., Vij, S. P., and Dhiman, Abhilasha. National Orchid Show and Symposium on “Orchid Research, Production and Marketing Strategies” at CSIR Science Centre, New Delhi. 8-10 Nov., ’02.

LIST OF CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED


  • National Conference cum Workshop on Multidisciplinary Approaches in Studies, Conservation and Resource Development of Medicinal and Ornamental Orchids, The Orchid Society of India in collaboration with Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 3-5 Mar., 2023.
  • National Seminar on ‘COVID-19: A Boon for Environment, A Myth or Reality’, Department of Agriculture, G.G.D.S.D. College, Hariana, Hoshiarpur. 11 Feb., 2023.
  • One Day Seminar on ‘Gender Equality and Women Empowerment: Perspectives and Analysis’ Organized by Legal Literacy Club and Extension Activities Committee, Sponsored by CDC, PU Chandigarh, held at Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 13 Feb., 2023.
  • National Conference on Current Scientific Innovations and Research in Plant Biology (CSIR-PB 2022), Society for Plant Research and Department of Botany, Akal College of Basic Sciences, Eternal University, Baru Sahib, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh. 27-28 May, 2022. Oral Presentation.
  • DBT sponsored Two days webinar on “Recent advances in science and its application”. Department of Basic Sciences, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 25 -26 Mar., 2022.
  • National Conference cum Workshop on Agrotechnology, Value Addition, Global Trade and Sustainability of Medicinal/Neutraceutical Orchids (Online) Jointly organized by The Orchid Society of India, Chandigarh, YSR University, BSI Kolkata, ICAR-NRC for Orchids, Peykong. 25-27 Mar., 2022.
  • First International Conference on Advancements in Science, Management and Engineering (Online) (ICSME-2022) jointly organized by Nrupathunga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka and RSP Research Hub, Comibatore, Tamil Nadu. 26-27 Feb., 2022.
  • 25th Punjab Science Congress, Future Endeavours for Science and Technology for Sustainable Growth (Online), Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Khasa College, Sri Anandpur Sahib. 7-9 Feb., 2022.
  • International Webinar on ‘Reproductive Choices of Women: A Fundamental Choice’. NCW, New Delhi, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 10 Dec., 2021.
  • International Webinar to commemorate the Martyrdom of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji. Guru Nanak College. 1 Jul., 2021.
  • One day Faculty Development Program on ‘Framework to Develop Massive Open Online Course’ by Dr. Tejinder Pal Singh, UBS, Punjabi University, Patiala. Organized by Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 18 Jun., 2021.
  • Legal Awareness Programme. Organized by Legal Literacy Club, Extension Activities Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib in collaboration with District Legal Services Authority, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 10 Jun., 2021.
  • E-International Conference on Plant Biodiversity and Environment Conservation (ICPBEC-2021), Jointly organized by P.G. Department of Botany HMV and Punjab Biodiversity Board, Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. 20-21 May, 2021. Certificate of Appreciation
  • National Webinar on Conservation of Plant Biodiversity. Organized by Department of Basic Sciences, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 20 May, 2021.
  • International Online Conference on Scientific Developments in the Current Era (ICSDCE-2021), I. B. College, Panipat. 9-10 Apr., 2021.
  • National Webinar on ‘Challenges and Opportunities in Conservation of Medicinal Plants’. Organized by Dev Samaj Post Graduate College for Women, Ferozepure. 21 Dec., 2020.
  • Webinar series 2 on ‘Conservation and Restoration Ecology’. Organized by Department of Botany, Goswami Ganesh Dutta S.D. College, Sector 32 C, Chandigarh. 21 Dec., 2020.
  • National Webinar on ‘Harassment of Women in Digital Space’ Sponsored by National Commission for Women (NCW), New Delhi. Organized by Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib. 29 Oct., 2020.
  • ‘National Seminar on Increasing Participation of Women in Science and Technology’, Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. 16 Mar., 2019.
  • ‘National Seminar on Emerging Research Trends in Experimental Physics, ERTEP 2019’, Guru Nanak College of Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib., 22 Feb., 2019.
  • Attended Two day National Workshop on ‘Nuclear Sciences and Applications of Radioisotopes NSAR- 2019’ jointly organized by Guru Nanak College of Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib and Indian Association of Nuclear Chemists and Allied Scientist (IANCAS) Division of Bhabha Atomic Research Center, Trombay. 9-10 Mar., 2019.
  • Three week Refresher Course RC- 304 ‘Information and Communication Technology’ held from 18 June, 2018 to 7 July, 2018 organized at Human Resource Development Centre, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla-171005, scoring Grade ‘A’.
  • National Conference on Inter-disciplinary Aspects of Plant Sciences, 27th APSI Scientist Meet, Department of Biotechnology, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Kakryal, Katra, in collaboration with Academy of Plant Sciences, India. 2-4 Nov., 2017.
  • International Multi-Stream Conference on Research and Society, Gujranwala Guru Nanak Institute of Management and Technology, Ludhiana. 29 Oct., 2017.
  • 110th Orientation Program organized by UGC-HRDC, Panjab Univeristy, Chandigarh. 28 April- 25 May, 2016.
  • 19th Punjab Science Congress, SUS Group of Institutions, Tangori, Mohali, 7-9 Feb., 2016.
  • National Conference on Advances in Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology, DAV College, Jalandhar, 28 Feb., 2015. (Best Poster Award)
  • 9th Chandigarh Science Congress CHASCON-2015, Department of Botany, Panjab University, 25-27 Feb., 2015.
  • Innovative Trends of Science and Technology in Current Scenario- 18th Punjab Science Congress, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh under the aegis of Punjab Academy of Sciences, Patiala, 7-9 Feb., 2015.
  • Multi Disciplinary National Conference Science Colloquium Emerging Trends in Basic and Applied Sciences, DAV College, Jalandhar, 6-7 Mar., 2014.
  • National Conference on ‘Perspectives and Trends in Plant Sciences and Biotechnology’. Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh and Society for Plant Research, India, 21-23 Feb., 2014.
  • 17th Punjab Science Congress on ‘Science and Technology for Sustainable Growth’. Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala, 14-16 Feb., 2014.
  • National Conference on ‘Medical Biotechnology NCMB-13’. Department of Biotechnology, DAV College, Jalandhar, 2 Feb., 2013.
  • Faculty Development Programme on ‘Online teaching’ by Dr. Carol M. Shepherd, Associate Professor, National University, California. Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, 29 Oct.- 1 Nov., 2012.
  • International Conference on Role of Technology for Enhancing Higher Education. Department of Computer Science, Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, 28-29 Oct., ’12.
  • National Conference on ‘Medicinal Orchids: Sustainable Use and Benefit Sharing for Rural and Tribal Communities’. The Orchid Society of India, Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh- 160014. 29-30 Mar., 2011.
  • National Seminar on ‘Global Warming and Biodiversity Conservation’. Zoology Department, JCDAV College, Dasuya. 27-28 Jan., ‘11.
  • National Seminar on ‘Global Environmental Change: Challenges and Management Strategies’. Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar. 21-22 Jan., ‘11.
  • National Conference on ‘Recent Trends in Biotechnology’. Department of Biotechnology, DAV College, Amritsar. 1 Sep., ’10.
  • Silver Jubilee Year 2008-09 of The Orchid Society of India and Symposium on Orchids: Science and Art, Botany Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 16-17 Dec., ’08.
  • National Conference on Orchids: Science and Society. Central College, Bangalore University, Bangalore. 10-12 Apr, ‘08.
  • 2nd Chandigarh Science Congress: Empowering India by Scientific Integration, Innovation and Invention. Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 14-15 Mar., ’08.
  • 1st Chandigarh Science Congress: Learn Science-Live with Science. Panjab University, Chandigarh-16014. 10-11 Mar., ’07.
  • 8th National Seminar on Orchid Conservation, Improvement and Commercialization and Satellite Symposium on Orchids: Why and How? The Orchid Society of India, Department of Botany, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 18-19 Mar., ’06.
  • 93rd Session of Indian Science Congress Association, The Indian Science Congress Association Kolkata, ANGRAU, Hyderabad. 3-7 Jan., ’06.
  • 9th Chandigarh Symposium on New Biology, Post Genomic Era: Emergence of Molecular Medicine, Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 14-15 Feb., ’05.
  • Workshop on Basics of Bio-Informatics, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014. 28-29 Jan., ’05.
  • 1st T. N. Khushoo Memorial Award Lecture, NBRI, Lucknow. 6-8 Apr., ’04.
  • 91st Session of Indian Science Congress Association, The Indian Science Congress Association Kolkata jointly organized by Panjab University and Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh-160014. 3-7 Jan., ’04.
  • National Orchid Show and Symposium on “Orchid Research, Production and Marketing Strategies” at CSIR Science Centre, New Delhi. 8-10 Nov., ’02.
  • Workshop on Mushroom Cultivation, Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana. March 1998.
  • Orientation/ Refresher Courses Attended:
  • 110th Orientation Program organized by UGC-HRDC, Panjab Univeristy, Chandigarh. 28 April- 25 May, 2016.
  • Three week Refresher Course RC- 304 ‘Information and Communication Technology’ held from 18 June, 2018 to 7 July, 2018 organized at Human Resource Development Centre, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla-171005, scoring Grade ‘A’.