Organizing Committee

Chief Patrons

Dr. A.K. Singh, Vice Chancellor, Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi

Dr. T.R. Sharma, DDG (Crop Science), ICAR, New Delhi

Dr. Mukesh Pandey, Vice Chancellor, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi

Patrons

Dr. Sunil Chandra Dubey, Vice Chancellor, BAU, Ranchi

Dr. P.K. Chakraborty, Former Member, ASRB

Dr. Dilip Kumar Ghosh, President IPS, Director-ICAR-CCRI, Nagpur

Dr. R. Viswanathan, Director, ICAR-IISR, Lucknow

Dr. A.N. Mukhopadhyay, Former Vice Chancellor AAU, Jorhat

Dr. Poonam Jasrotia, ADG (Plant Protection and Biosafety), ICAR, New Delhi

Co-Patrons

Dr. Rakesh Pandey, Emeritus Scientist, CIMAP, Lucknow

Dr. Alok Srivastav, Director, ICAR-NBAIM, Mau

Prof. H.B. Singh, Retd. Professor, BHU, Varanasi

Dr. Pratibha Sharma, Retd. Head, Pl. Pathology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi

Dr. A.K. Misra, Ex-President, IPS

Dr. Dinesh Singh, Head, Plant Protection, ICAR-IISR, Lucknow

Dr. Kajal Kumar Biswas, Secretary, IPS, New Delhi

Dr. G.P. Rao, Emeritus Scientist , IARI, New Delhi

Convenors

Dr. R.K. Singh, Dean, CoA, RLBCAU

Dr. S.S. Singh, Director Extn. Education, RLBCAU

Dr. V.P. Singh, Dean, CoV&AS, RLBCAU

Dr. S.K. Chaturvedi, Director Research, RLBCAU

Dr. Manish Shrivastav, Dean, CoH&F, RLBCAU

Dr. Anil Kumar, Director Education, RLBCAU

Dr. Manmohan Dobriyal, Dean, CoF

Dr. S.S. Kushwah, Registrar and Librarian, RLBCAU

Chief Organizing Secretary

Dr. Prashant P. Jambhulkar, Professor and Zonal President, IPS-MEZ

Organizing Secretary

Dr. Rajesh Kumar Pandey, Assistant Professor, Counsellor, IPS-MEZ

Co-Organizing Secretaries

Dr. Meenakshi Arya, RLBCAU, Jhansi 

Dr. H.D. Bhartiya, BBC, Jhansi 

Dr. Shubha Trivedi, RLBCAU, Jhansi 

Dr. J.K. Babele, BU, Jhansi

Dr. Anita Puyam, RLBCAU, Jhansi 

Dr. Kuleshwar Sahu, RLBCAU, Jhansi

Dr. Pavithra B.S., RLBCAU, Jhansi 

Dr. Vaibhav Singh, RLBCAU, Jhansi

Advisory Committee

Dr. J. Kumar, Dehradun

Dr. K.P. Singh, Pantnagar

Dr. Karuna Vishunawat, Pantnagar

Dr. Om Gupta, Jabalpur

Dr. A.K. Misra, Lucknow

Dr. S.S. Vaish, Varanasi

Dr. R.N. Kharwar, Varanasi

Dr. Jitender Kumar, Meerut

Dr. Birinchi Kumar Sarma, Varanasi

Dr. Lakshman Prasad, New Delhi

Dr. Malkhan Singh Gurjar, New Delhi

Dr. S.K. Biswas, Kanpur

Dr. Mujeeb Rahman Khan, Aligarh

Dr. R.P. Singh, Pantnagar

Dr. Ramji Singh, Meerut

Dr. Kamal Khilari, Meerut

Dr. Nazia Manzar, Mau

Dr. S.K. Singh, Ayodhya

Dr. T.K. Sharma, Jhansi

Dr. Ravi Pandya, Gwalior

Dr. Yogeshwar Singh, Jhansi

Dr. Gaurav Sharma, Jhansi

Members

Dr. Abhijit Kashyap, Mau

Dr. Rishi Saxena, Jhansi

Dr. Ashajyothi, Jhansi

Dr. R.K. Mishra, Kanpur 

Dr. K.K. Mishra, Almora

Dr. Kamlesh Ram, Hamirpur

Dr. Shahanshai Hashmi, Jhansi

Dr. R.U. Khan, Aligarh

Dr. Dinesh Singh, Lucknow

Dr. Rahul Tiwari, Lucknow

Dr. U.B. Singh, Mau

Dr. Mehi Lal, Modipuram

Dr. Amit Kumar Tiwari, Jhansi

Dr. Deepak Vyas, Sagar

Dr. Vivek Singh, Ayodhya

Dr. Dharmendra Kumar, Banda

Dr. Gazala Rizvi, Jhansi

Dr. Md. Akram, Kanpur

Dr. Rajni Sasode Nikumbh, Gwalior

Plenary/Keynote/Lead/Invited Speakers

Plenary/Keynote/Lead/Invited Speakers

Programme

Presentations

Lead Presentations

Eminent scientists/experts will deliver their presentations on various themes of the zonal conference. Allotted time is 20 min.

Oral Presentations

For each oral presentations, the maximum time allotted is 8 min followed by 2 minutes discussion. Best poster of each session will be awarded.

Poster Presentations

A session for each conference themes. Best poster of each session will be awarded. Size of Poster: 90 cm x 120 cm

Special Lecture in the memory of Late Prof. U.S. Singh 

Registration Details

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REGISTRATION FEE

Only registered delegates are permitted to attend and participate in the Conference. They are entitled to receive all relevant publications of the conference including certificates. The registration fee can also be paid through cheque/demand draft in favour of “Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University”. 

The registration fee can also be made via net banking (NEFT): 

All the payment shall be made through online transfer. Please provide full details of payment including scanned copy of bank remittance advice. Receipt will be issued at registration desk at conference venue.

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Abstract Details

GUIDELINES FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

• Abstract should be in English on the theme areas only
• Word limit: 250 words
• Font: Times New roman, Size 12, line spacing 1.5
• Title: Running sentence case, bold, font size 14
• Author(s) name, and affiliation with full address
• Presenting author underlined
• Abstract will be reviewed chosen on the basis of quality of content and acceptance will be communicated 

Poster Presentation Guidelines

Poster Dimensions Requirements & Set-Up Procedures

1. Poster size may be no more than 4 feet by 3 feet (i.e., length is no more than 4 feet and the width is no more than 3 feet). Oversized posters will obscure an adjacent poster and will be rejected.

B.   Criteria for Judging Poster Presentations

Given the number of posters, judges may only have 4-5 minutes or less to review, discuss, and evaluate a poster presentation. Poster presentation will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Quality and relevance of the abstract.
• Content and lay out of the poster:

(a) The title, names of authors, and the institution(s) where the research was performed should be included at the top of the poster.

(b) Poster layout should be in a logical order, including text and graphics that explain the objectives of the research and why the research is important; hypothesis/statement of the problem; methods and controls; results; conclusions and future research; and references and acknowledgements.

(c) Presentation: Presenters should demonstrate a good understanding of the study and related areas and responds effectively and clearly to questions.

C. Poster Design Suggestions & Tips

1. All text material should be legible from about 4 feet away.
2. Text Font should be legible and text size should not be less than 14 points (Example).
3. Posters should include text and graphics and use color to add emphasis and clarity.
4. Illustrations should be simple and bold, and photos should clearly show pertinent details.
5. Displayed materials should be self-explanatory and should enhance the verbal presentation and discussion.
6. Speak clearly and loud enough for observers to hear you.

About the Venue

ABOUT THE RANI LAKSHMI BAI CENTRAL AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, JHANSI

The Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University has been established in 2014 by an Act of Parliament under the Central Agricultural University Act 2014 (Act No. 10 of 2014). Like other Agricultural Universities, Central Agricultural University, Jhansi has the key objectives to impart education in different branches of agriculture and allied sciences, undertake research in agriculture, undertake programmes of extension education and promote linkages with national and international educational institutes. (Read More...)

HOW TO REACH UNIVERSITY?

Jhansi is well connected by road and rail to all the major cities of the country. The University is 12 km away from Jhansi Railway Station. University is at Gwalior Road and adjacent to Grassland (ICAR-IGFRI). Taxi/ Auto service is available from the Railway station and from Bus stand. Nearest airport is 94 Km away at Gwalior.

WEATHER IN JHANSI

January offers a pleasant weather in Jhansi making it favourable time for holding conference, tourism and outdoor activities.

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Hotels

Limited single/shared accommodation is available at University Guest house and Farmers Hostel. The rates are ranged between Rs. 400-500 in guest house and in Farmers Hostel per person per night (First come first serve basis). Interested delegates may also to book their accommodation directly at a hotel of their choice. We recommend to make reservations as early as possible to secure best discounts and avoid tourist rush. below is the list of some hotels with contact details and tentative tariffs.

For accommodation related queries, feel free to write to us on ipsmez2024@gmail.com or call on contact number 7017405701

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Tours

Places to visit 

Jhansi is a historical place of India, known by the name of the ‘Fiery Queen, Maharani Lakshmi Bai ‘ ‘The Jhansi ki Rani’ who played a pivotal role in ‘The First War of Independence in 1857’. It is known as the Gateway to Bundelkhand. The city is having a number of majestic historical sites, religious centres and monuments. Other nearby places of tourist attraction are Datia, Sonagir, Orcha, Shivpuri, Khajuraho, Panna national park and Chitrakoot.

Jhansi Fort: Located in the heart of Jhansi city, the Jhansi Fort was one of the most important centres of resistance to the British colonial rule during the Revolt of 1857. It is this aura that surrounds the grand fort and draws thousands of visitors to Jhansi each year. This fort is just 09 km away from RLBCAU.

Orchha was founded in the 16th century on banks of river Betwa. On one side of the river is the Orccha city and the other side is the Teekam Garrh Forest range. The city is famous for the temple of ‘Raja Ram’. This beautiful place is just 28 km away from RLBCAU.

Datia is the ancient town which is situated at a distance of about 22 km. from RLBCAU. Datia is famous as a pilgrimage spot for devotees of Siddhapeeth ‘Shri Peetambra Devi’.

Sonagiri is 35 Km from RLBCAU. It is known as place of Jain temples. There are around 77 Jain temples built along the hill and its slopes in 17th century.

Chitrakoot is a renowned pilgrimage centre celebrated in ballads and scriptures for its religious significance and deep connection to the epic Ramayana. This holy town, nestled in the sylvan surroundings on the banks of the Mandakini river, straddles the borders of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. This beautiful place is just 302 km away from RLBCAU.

Khajuraho: Picturesque sight of architectural miracles conceived and executed on stone. The murals and motifs depict scenes from hunting, feasting, dancing and stress on the sensual and the erotic. Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986 and is considered one of the "seven wonders" of India. Distance from RLBCAU = 183.5 km.

Panna National Park boasts of seven different species of vultures. Panna tiger reserve is an ideal place to spot these in their natural habitat. Distance from RLBCAU = 192.7 km

Visa

Sponsorship

Exhibition Stall        :    Rs. 3,000.00

Back Cover               :    Rs. 3,000.00 (half page)

Full Page                   :    Rs. 2,000.00 

Half Page                  :    Rs. 1,000.00

Quarter Page           :    Rs. 5,500.00 

Local Organizing Committee

IPS Executive Council

Co-Organizers

Important Announcements

Prof. M.J. Narasimhan Merit Academic Award (for IPS Members only) – Zonal Contest for selection to National level contest

The contest for Prof M.J. Narasimhan Academic Merit award is open to all the members of IPS under 35 years of age. All interested members can upload their abstract (not exceeding 250 words). The abstract will be evaluated by a preliminary screening committee and selected persons will be allowed for oral presentation during the Zonal Conference. Preference would be given to the work carried out under Indian conditions. The time for the presentation shall be 15 minutes. All the contestant/recipients should be the member of the Society during the year of presentation. Associate Members are not eligible for contest. The certificate for award will be given only to the person presenting the paper. 

The contestants will have to give the under mentioned certificate furnishing the age proof and bonafide work done by the contestant, not presented & published earlier. The contestant will have to submit their abstract online at conference website:  https://conference.ipsdis.org/mid-eastern/jhansi

The contestants must furnish the following certificate:

The following are the rules and regulations for the awards 

1. The award will be given to the best paper presented at Annual Meeting of IPS.
2. All the contestants/recipients must be member of the IPS and under the age of 35 years.
3. The awards will be judged by a committee appointed for the purpose and their decision will be final.
4. The certificate for the award will be given only to the person presenting the papers.
5. The recipient of an award will be consider for subsequent awards only after a lapse of two years.
6. If the work presented relates to a thesis or award of any degree the concerned student should present the work and not the guide even though he/she may also be below the age of 35 years.
7. Preference would be given to work carried out under Indian conditions.
8. The time for the award shall be 15 minutes. 

The Society will publish the paper of awardee in Indian Phytopathology. The award recipient must submit full-length paper (as per IPS guidelines) for its publication in the journal Indian Phytopathology. There is no restriction of the age of co-author, if any. 

APS-IPS TRAVEL SPONSORSHIP FOR PH.D. STUDENTS

American Phytopathological Society has offered the travel award to a Ph.D. student, who is member of IPS. Competitions among Ph.D. students in IPS-Mid Eastern region will be held during the IPS ME Zonal symposium. Ph.D. students (MEZ) are invited to participate in this contest in single or joint authorship. The purpose of the award is to encourage plant pathology students pursuing a doctoral degree in India and who are members of IPS to attend the APS annual meeting or APS sanctioned meeting if deemed appropriate by the Indian Phytopathologal Society and APS Foundation Board.

Guidelines

• All contestants should be a member of IPS.
  
• Abstracts prepared should be submitted online https://conference.ipsdis.org/mid-eastern/jhansi on or before 05th  December, 2024.
• The contestants will have to give a brief Bio-data, the certificate furnishing the age proof, and proof of pursuing a Ph.D.
• The award will be given to the best paper presented at the annual meeting of IPS.
  
• In-service candidates are not eligible for the APS travel award.