Thursday, 26 June, 2025 4:43 pm
ICAR-DPR Organized “Brainstorming Session On Technology Commercialization”
24 June, 2025, Hyderabad
The ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (ICAR-DPR), Hyderabad, organized a “Brainstorming Session on Technology Commercialization” on 24th June 2025. A major highlight of the event was an informative session on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) by Dr. Praveen Malik, CEO, Agrinnovate India Ltd. Dr. P. Malik delivered an engaging and insightful talk emphasizing the critical role of IPR in protecting innovations in agriculture. He elaborated on the various forms of intellectual property protection and their importance in enabling successful research commercialization. He encouraged scientists and stakeholders to actively utilize IP protection as a tool to promote innovation, gain due recognition, and ensure that research outcomes effectively benefit farmers. The session further explored the technology generation and commercialization cycle, covering the pathway from concept to commercial product. Key topics included factors affecting agri-tech transfer, technology overview, competitive landscape, market opportunities, and the technology transfer process followed by Agrinnovate (AgIn).
Dr. Malik also detailed the mechanisms of partnership development to facilitate collaboration between public research institutions and private industry. This interactive session served as a valuable platform for researchers to deepen their understanding of IPR and explore effective strategies for scaling up agricultural technologies to maximize their societal impact. Dr. S. S. Paul, Director (I/c), ICAR-DPR, chaired the session and emphasized the growing significance of intellectual property rights in agricultural research and innovation. He highlighted how strategic IP management is becoming increasingly vital for protecting novel technologies, enhancing institutional visibility, and enabling successful commercialization for the benefit of farmers and the agricultural sector at large.
About 25 participants, including scientific and technical staff from ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad, actively took part in the program. The event was coordinated by Dr. M. R. Reddy, Principal Scientist and Incharge, ITMU and Mr. Dhruva V.C., Business Manager, Agrinnovate India Ltd.
Saturday, 21 June, 2025 11:42 am
ICAR-DPR Celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga – 2025
The ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (ICAR-DPR), Hyderabad, enthusiastically celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2025. The event witnessed active participation from the staff members and students, highlighting the importance of yoga in promoting physical and mental well-being. A yoga session was conducted by Dr. A. Debnath, MBBS, Authorized Medical Attendant of the ICAR-DPR Clinic. He briefed the participants on the holistic benefits of yoga for both the body and mind and guided them through various Asanas and Pranayamas, which were practiced with great interest. Dr. R.N. Chatterjee, Director, ICAR-DPR, participated in the session and motivated the staff and students to incorporate yoga into their daily routine for a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. The program was coordinated by Dr. T.R. Kannaki, Dr. M. Shanmugam, Principal Scientists and Mr. Rajeshwar Goud, Technical Officer of the Directorate.
Wednesday, 30 April, 2025 10:55 am
The ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (ICAR-DPR), Hyderabad celebrated World Intellectual Property Day on 29th April 2025 with an informative session on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and the signing of a key Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support farmer development. Mr. Subhajit Saha, Head – Legal & IPR, Resolute Group of Companies and Resolute4IP, delivered an engaging talk highlighting the importance of IPR in protecting innovations in agriculture. He also explained the various forms of intellectual property protection.
Dr. R. N. Chatterjee, Director, ICAR-DPR, chaired the session and spoke about the growing relevance of intellectual property in agricultural research. He encouraged scientists and stakeholders to use IP protection to promote innovation, gain recognition, and ensure that research outcomes benefit farmers effectively. To mark the occasion, ICAR-DPR signed an MoU with Dasohi Poultry Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (DPFPCL), Bijapur, Karnataka. This collaboration will focus on joint research initiatives and capacity-building programs, particularly in backyard poultry farming, aimed at enhancing the skills of DPFPCL personnel. About 75 participants, including staff and students from ICAR-DPR and the College of Veterinary Science, Hyderabad, actively took part in the program. Staff from the Regional Station, Bhubaneswar, also joined the program virtually. The event was coordinated by Dr. M. R. Reddy, Principal Scientist and Incharge, ITMU.
Tuesday, 18 March, 2025 3:20 pm
ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (ICAR-DPR) is actively implementing the DAPSC programme in Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. On 14 March 2025 scientists of the Directorate visited Mullangudi and Ottarapalayam villages, Komaratchi block, Cuddalore district and identified 200 SC families in the villages for the implementation of the scheme. At a meeting organized at Mullangudi village the beneficiaries from two villages were briefed about the DAPSC scheme of ICAR-DPR and the contribution made by ICAR-DPR in developing backyard chicken varieties like Vanaraja, Gramapriya, Srinidhi etc. A brief on scientific rearing of chicken under backyard was provided to the beneficiaries. Brooding management, nutrition and health aspects were covered. The negative impact of protein and micronutrient deficiencies on health and welfare of marginalised communities were explained and highlighted the importance of consuming egg and meat for improving nutritional status and immunity. To properly safeguard chicken during night from predatory attacks 200 night shelters were distributed to 200 SC families. Dr. A. Kannan and Dr. M. Shanmugam, scientists of the directorate attended the programme. The programme was attended by Panchayat representatives and office bearers of the villages.
Tuesday, 18 March, 2025 2:43 pm
The ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (DPR), Hyderabad, in collaboration with the Department of Animal Husbandry, Kerala, organized two input distribution programmes at Pallickal and Kodumon villages in Parakode Block, Pathanamthitta district, under the Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes (DAPSC) programme.
On 11-3-2025 at the Veterinary Hospital, Kodumon an input distribution programme was organized for distribution of 100 temporary night shelters to a total of 100 SC beneficiaries. The participants at the village was briefed about the DPR, Hyderabad, and the DAPSC programme. The beneficiaries were also explained about backyard chicken rearing and importance of night shelters for protecting the birds from predators and adverse climatic conditions. The distribution programme was attended by Dr Harikumar, Deputy Director, Animal Husbandry, Dr Swapna Paul, Senior Veterinary Surgeon and all the elected representatives of the Kodumon Panchayat. Dr. A. Kannan and Dr. M. Shanmugam Principal Scientists, from the Directorate coordinated the programme.
On 11th March, 2025, at the meeting organized at the Veterinary Hospital, Pallickal, 150 temporary night shelters were distributed to a total of 150 SC beneficiaries to enable them to start backyard poultry farming to improve livelihoods and nutritional security. The beneficiaries were explained about backyard chicken rearing. The next day, 20 grown up birds, 10 kg chicken feed, a drinker and feeder were distributed to each SC beneficiaries to start backyard poultry farming. A total of 3000 grown up birds, 150 feeders, 150 drinkers and 1500kg feed were distributed. The distribution programme was attended by Dr Harikumar, Deputy Director, Animal Husbandry, Dr Anita, Senior Veterinary Surgeon and all the elected representatives of the Pallickal Panchayat. Dr. A. Kannan and Dr. M. Shanmugam Principal Scientists, from the Directorate coordinated the programme.
Tuesday, 18 March, 2025 2:42 pm
The Directorate is implementing the DAPSC programme in Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) district, Karnataka in collaboration with Kalaburagi KVK (Gulbarga), Karnataka. As part of this initiative, an input distribution programme was organized on 6th March, 2025 at Kadaganchi village, Kalaburagi district. During the programme, 100 Scheduled Caste (SC) families were identified for the scheme. Scientists from the Directorate, in collaboration with Kalaburagi KVK, provided practical guidance on feeding and health care management of backyard poultry rearing. The importance of regular consumption of animal protein, particularly chicken eggs and meat, for improving nutritional status and immunity was also explained to the beneficiaries. At the end of the meeting, 100 temporary night shelters were distributed to the identified SC families (90 in Kadaganchi village and 10 in Alur village). The programme was coordinated by Dr. A. Kannan and M. Shanmugam, Principal Scientists from the Directorate. Dr. Srinivas, SMS, Kalaburagi KVK, and village elders were participated in the event.
Thursday, 13 March, 2025 4:40 pm
A National Training Program on “A Hands-on Training on Genome Editing Using CRISPR Technology” was held at the ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (ICAR-DPR), Hyderabad during 10-12, March 2025. A total of 11 participants from various states took part in the program, which was specifically organized for Scheduled Caste (SC) participants under the DAPSC (SCSP) component of the ICAR-Network Project on Genome Editing Technology for improvement in livestock health and production. The training covered both theoretical and practical aspects of genome editing using CRISPR technology. Dr. S S Paul, Head of the Division of PNH&P, shared his insights on the program and encouraged participants to apply the skills they had gained in their respective fields. The training program was coordinated by the Course Directors, Dr. Jayakumar S, Senior Scientist and Dr. S P Yadav, Principal Scientist of this Directorate.
https://icar.gov.in/national-training-programme-genome-editing-using-crispr-technology-organized
Monday, 10 March, 2025 3:42 pm
A two-day training programme on “Differential diagnosis and control of oncogenic viral diseases of poultry” was held at the ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (DPR), Hyderabad, during 6-7 March 2025. The training was sponsored by ICAR-All India Network Project on Challenging and Emerging Diseases of Animals (AINP-CEDA) and aimed at enhancing the skills of Scheduled Caste (SC) professionals working in ICAR Institutes, Agricultural Universities, and Colleges. A total of 11 participants from three states attended the programme. The training covered important topics such as the current status of virus-induced tumors in poultry, pathogenesis and diagnosis of Marek’s Disease (MD), Avian Leucosis Virus (ALV), and Reticuloendotheliosis Virus (REV). The participants also received training on the molecular detection and differentiation of MDV (pathotypes), ALV (subgroups), and REV, along with strategies to control these viral diseases. The programme was led by Dr. M. R. Reddy, Principal Scientist, as the Course Director, with Dr. T. R. Kannaki, Principal Scientist, and Dr. Vijay Kumar, Senior Scientist, serving as Course Coordinators. The participants appreciated the valuable insights and practical knowledge gained during the training.
https://icar.org.in/capacity-building-sc-professionals-oncogenic-poultry-viral-diseases
Saturday, 1 March, 2025 5:04 pm
The ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (ICAR-DPR), Hyderabad, celebrated its 38th Foundation Day with great enthusiasm today.
Dr. R.P. Sharma, Former Director, ICAR-DPR, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his address, he extended his congratulations and highlighted the institute’s rich history and significant contributions to the development of rural chicken varieties. He emphasized the importance of strengthening farmer training programs and ensuring the practical application of research to enhance rural livelihoods and nutritional security.
Presiding over the event, Dr. R.N. Chatterjee, Director, ICAR-DPR, reaffirmed the institute’s crucial role in advancing the poultry sector. He outlined its contributions to germplasm development for rural backyard poultry farming, the development of location-specific chicken varieties under AICRP and advancements in nutrition and health technologies. He also highlighted the recent introduction of academic programs at the directorate, with the admission of MVSc and PhD students in Poultry Science under the ICAR-IVRI Hub, Hyderabad. Additionally, he presented a roadmap for the future vision of the directorate. Dr. M.V.L.N. Raju, Principal Scientist, welcomed the dignitaries, while Dr. U. Rajkumar, Head of the Division of PG&B, delivered a presentation showcasing the directorate’s key achievements. Staff members and students actively participated in the celebrations. Earlier, the Chief Guest visited the display unit and appreciated the efforts of the institute. The program concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Dr. B. Prakash, Organizing Secretary.
https://icar.gov.in/icar-dpr-hyderabad-celebrates-its-38th-foundation-day
Saturday, 1 March, 2025 6:33 am
National Science Day was celebrated with great fervour at ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad on 28th February 2025. The event commenced with the online address by Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary, DARE and DG, ICAR. Thereafter, Dr. S.S. Paul, Head, Poultry Nutrition, Health and Physiology, ICAR-DPR, presented glimpses on the life and achievements of Dr. C.V. Raman, the renowned Nobel laureate. Dr. R.N. Chatterjee, Director, highlighted the significant contributions of Indian scientists across different fields and shed light on the recent achievements and innovations in Indian science. He further emphasized on bringing inclusivity and promoting resilience through scientific endeavors and laid stress on the importance of sharing scientific knowledge for the benefit of global masses. The meeting was attended by the staff and students of the institute.
https://icar.gov.in/national-science-day-2025-celebrated-icar-dpr-hyderabad
