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Dr. Akanchha Singh

Dr. Akanchha Singh

  • Assistant Professor
    Institute of Applied Sciences & Humanities
  • Department

    Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
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  • Qualifications

    • Executive Certificate Programme (Digital Marketing and Analytics) IIM, Amritsar IIM, Amritsar 2023 (4 months) A+
    • Ph. D. (Agricultur al Extension and Communic ation) G.B Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar-263145 Uttarakhand 2021 79.83
    • M.Sc. (Ag) Extension Education Institute of Agricultural Sciences Banaras Hindu University Varanasi 221005 2016 85.70
    • B.Sc. (Agri.) Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur 2013 83.52
    • Intermediat e Kendriya Vidyalaya, Gonda C.B.S.E. 2008 87.80
    • High School Kendriya Vidyalaya, Gonda C.B.S.E. 2006 86.00
  • Singh, A., Jirli, B. (2017). Attitude of Extension professionals toward Objectives of Extension Education at Bhagalpur District of Bihar. Indian Research Journal of Extension Education. Vol 18(1):105-109. NAAS-rating: 4.81
  • Singh, A., Jirli, B., Rai, A. (2018). Factors Influencing Attitude of Extension Professionals towards Principles of Extension Education. Indian Research Journal of Extension Education. Vol 18(4):50-55. NAAS-rating: 4.81
  • Singh, A. Jirli, B. A study on In-tension of Ex-tension: Internalization of concepts of Extension Education by Extension-professionals of Bhagalpur, Bihar. Multilogic in Science. NAAS-rating: 5.20
  • Singh, A. Jirli, B. Mahra, G.S. (2019). Attitude difference between extension educators and extension-service providers regarding concepts of extension education in Bhagalpur district of Bihar. Indian Journal of Extension Education.55(3):142-146. NAAS rating:5.32 (Scopus indexed)
  • Singh. A and Kameswari, VLV. (2020). Perceived Effectiveness of Lead user developed Innovations in Agriculture. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 9(1): 2054-2060. NAAS rating:5.38
  • Singh. A, and Kameswari, VLV (2023). Developing Agricultural Innovations: Constraints Faced by Lead Users in Uttar Pradesh. Indian Research Journal of Extension Education. Vol. 23(3):116-121, NAAS rating: 5.22
  • Singh.A., Kameswari, VLV.and Huria, A. (2020). Discontinuance of Agricultural Innovations: Extent and Reasons. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences. 11(special issue).425-429, NAAS rating:5.38
  • Singh, A. Jirli, B (2018) Changing perception and awareness towards ICT along with changing roles of stakeholders in Agriculture. Research Journal of Agricultural Sciences. Vol 9(1): 1412-1416. NAAS rating: 4.54. ISBN. 978-81-937080-0-2
  • Mishra, O.P., Singh, A. Singh, Varsha (2016) Climate Change Adaptation: Role of ICT in Indian Agriculture. In: Kinhal, G.A., Dharni, A.K., Upadhyay, A.P. and Dugaya, D. Climate Change Combating through Science and Technology. Bhopal, Indian Institute of Forest Management and M/S Bishen Singh Mahendra Pal Singh.pp-211-219 ISBN No- 978-81-211-0949-9
  • Singh, A., Dash., D.Mahra,G.S and Trivedi.,G. (2019). Youth: Challenges and Efforts. In: Rautela. R. Gulati., N. Role of Youth in Bringing Social Change. Pantnagar.Vivekanand Swadhyay Mandal.pp-244-288 ISBN No. 978-81-9333237-9-3
  • Kademani, S., Prakash, D., Singh, A. (2019). Sustainable Rural Development and Social Inclusion through Farm Youth Awardees: An Extension Strategy. In: Rautela. R. Gulati., N. Role of Youth in Bringing Social Change.Pantnagar.Vivekanand Swadhyay Mandal.pp-17-21. ISBN No. 978-81-9333237-9-3
  • Dash, D., Mahra, G.S, Singh, A., Kademani, S.B. (2019). Tribal Youth as Agripreneurs: A Potential Segment for Ensuring Positive Social Changes through Food Secure Future in Tribal Farm Setting. In: Rautela. R. Gulati., N. Role of Youth in Bringing Social Change. Pantnagar.Vivekanand Swadhyay Mandal.pp-251-253 ISBN No. 978-81-9333237-9-3

Seminar and Conferences

  • Participated and presented paper (oral) in National Seminar on “Re- orientation of Agricultural Education” at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur (Nov 14-15,2014).
  • Participated and presented paper(oral) in National Seminar on “Rural Youth in Family Farming” at Bihar Agricultural University Sabour, Bhagalpur (Dec 18-19, 2014)
  • Participated and presented paper(oral) in National Seminar on “Youth Ready for Climate Change Transformation” at Indian Institute of Forest management, Bhopal (28-29th July,2015)
  • Participated and presented paper (oral) in National Seminar on “Strategy to Drive Skill Based Agriculture Development Forward For Sustainability and Rural Employability” at Institute of Agricultural Sciences, BHU, Varanasi (Nov 5 to 7, 2015)
  • Participated and presented paper(oral) in International Extension Education Conference on Education, research and Services at Institute of Agricultural Sciences, BHU (27-30 Jan,2016)
  • Participated and presented paper in National Conference on “Role of National Youth Policy in Reaping the Demographic Dividend through Empowerment: Status and Futuristic Strategies (12-13th Jan,2018)
  • Participated in International Youth Conference on “Youth for Integral Humanism” at GBPUA&T, Pantnagar (12th -13th Jan, 2012)
  • Participated in National Workshop on “Innovations in Traditional Agriculture for Sustaining Humanity” at GBPUA&T, Pantnagar (29-30 August,2017)
  • Participated in National Conference on “Ekatm manav Darshan ka Vyaoharik Swaroop: Bharat ke samekit Vikas ka Prayas” at GBPUA&T, Pantnagar (5-6 August, 2017).
  • Institutional Development Plan (IDP) National Agricultural Higher Education Project, G.B Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand (Workshop on Introduction to e-Content Development) October 12,2019).
  • International Symposium on Innopreneurship: A Need for Sustainable Agriculture (Feb-2-3, 2019)
  • Attended five days (Nov 24-28, 2020) online workshop on Psychometric scale construction Technique: Basic to Advances organized by Dairy Extension Division, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal Haryana, India.

Work Experience

Project and Institution Designation Time
Institutional Development Plan: National Agricultural Higher Education Project (IDP-NAHEP) e-Content Developer From 22 March 2021to – 21September 2021.
College of Agriculture Sciences Assistant Professor From October 11, 2021to September 8, 2023
Faculty of Agricultural Assistant Professor From April 3, 2024 to continuing.

Academic Achievements

  • ICAR JRF with fellowship: AIR: 23
  • ICAR SRF with fellowship: AIR:22
  • UGC NET: 68%
  • ICAR NET: 60%

Extracurricular and Co-curricular achievements

  • Participated in Jawahar Lal Nehru K.V.S Regional Science Exhibition-2007
  • Participated in Inter-College Cultural Festival -2011 at Bihar Agricultural University and secured Ist position in English Elocution event.
  • Participated in College Elocution competition -2011-2012 at Bihar Agricultural University and secured Ist position
  • Participated in Inter-College Cultural Festival-2011- 12 and secured 3rd position in essay competition
  • Participated in College Essay Competition -2011-12 and secured 2nd position
  • Participated in Inter-College Essay Competition-2012 (Foundation Day celebration) and won consolation prize.
  • Represented Bihar Agricultural University in the National Debate competition on “Can Nation Building be shouldered by the present day impulsive youth” on 14-15 January 2012 at G.B Pant University of Agriculture and Technology Pantnagar (Uttarakhand)
  • Represented Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour at Mahindra Samriddhi India Agri Awards 2013(Town Hall Session) held at Hotel Ashoka, New Delhi in a discussion forum.

Appreciation and Recognition

  • Certificate of Appreciation for contributing as a volunteer in International Extension Education Conference on Education Research and Services.
  • Certificate of appreciation for contributing in organization of ISEE Golden Jubilee National Seminar-2015 at Banaras Hindu University
  • Certificate of Recognition in successfully organizing “Alumni Meet 2018” of Department of Agricultural Communication at GBPUA&T, Pantnagar
  • Certificate of Appreciation for serving as executive member of Agricultural Communication Society of Department of Agricultural Communication at GBPUA&T at Pantnagar.
  • Certificate of recognition for contributing in academic research and co- curricular activities of Department of Agricultural communication 2016-17 at GBPUA&T Pantnagar.

Radio/ Audio Talks

  • Produced 20 minutes radio programme on “Uttam Aay ka Sadhan Mushroom Utpadan” along with script writing, producing and editing during July 2016 to Dec 2016 at GBPUA&T, Pantnagar
  • Produced a documentary along with script writing, producing and editing on “Life on Water” during the year 2013 at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur (Video is available)
  • Given voice over to a video made under NASF project on “Bakri Palan” during the year 2017 (Video is available).

Faculty Accomplishments

  • Executive Certificate Programme on Digital Marketing and Analytics from IIM Amritsar (June, 2023 to September, 2023).
  • Faculty Development Programme: Accreditation and Outcome based Learning (August 2022-October,2022) from NPTEL-SWAYAM (85% (Among the elite group).
  • Faculty Development Programme on Development Research Methods by NPTEL-AICTE during Aug-Oct 2025
  • Faculty Development Programme on Design, Technology and Innovation by NPTEL-AICTE during July-September, 2025
  • Faculty Development Programme on Project management by NPTEL-AICTE during Feb-Apr, 2025
  • Participated and presented paper on Digital Revolution in Agriculture: Opportunities and Challenges in National Seminar on Agricultural Extension cum Alumni Meet (AADEE BHU-2024) organized by Department of Extension Education, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (U.P), India during November 15- 17, 2024.
  • Participated and presented paper on Effectiveness of Lead user developed Innovations in Agriculture: A study of Innovations of Uttar Pradesh at Fifth International Conference on Creativity and Innovation at  Grassroots (ICCIG 5)-2025 atIndian Institute of Management Ahmedabad duringJanuary 28-30, 2025
  • Participated and presented poster on 8th National Youth Convention (August 22-23,2024) on “New Perspectives for Sustainable Agriculture and Livelihood Security on the topic “Lead user developed innovations in Agriculture: Success Stories of Farmers of Uttar Pradesh” at institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (online Mode).
  • Participated in 21 days summer school cum training on New Advancements in Agricultural Sciences: From the Green Revolution to Viksit Bharat 2047 jointly organized by Agri Meet Foundation Bharat in collaboration with ICAR-Puttur Karnataka, SKLTSHU Telangana, MGUVV Durg Chhattisgarh and ICAR NIBSM Raipur from 15 August to 4 September 2024 (online Mode).
  • Participated and presented poster on 8th National Youth Convention (August 22-23,2024) on “New Perspectives for Sustainable Agriculture and Livelihood Security on the topic “Lead user developed innovations in Agriculture: Success Stories of Farmers of Uttar Pradesh” at institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (online Mode).
  • Participated in two-weeks international workshop on Data Analysis with SPSS, R and E-Views organized by ICFAI University Tripura with knowledge partners Kettring University, USA and International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT), Bangladesh dated 17-28th June, 2024 (virtual mode).
  • Participated in Faculty development Programme on Foundations of Effective teaching Pedagogy organized by Academic Success Centre, GLA University, Mathura from June 10-14, 2024.
  • Presented paper in International Extension Education Conference at BHU Varanasi on 27th Jan,2023 to 30th Jan,2023.

Title of paper: Documentation and Validation of Lead user developed Innovations in Agriculture.

Contributed as rapporteur in one of the sessions

  • Singh A., Kameswari VLV (2024). Lead User: Concept and Relevance in Agriculture. Research Journal of Agricultural Sciences. 15(3):891- 895. NAAS rating: 4.56
  • Singh, A. and Kameswari, V.L.V. (2025). Perception of Fellow Farmers on Lead user Developed Innovations in Agriculture. Agricultural Science Digest. 1-6. doi: 10.18805/ag. D-6218. (NAAS rating: 5.52, Scopus indexed)
  • Sarkar, B.C., Singh, A., Thapa, Y., Shukla, G., Chakravarty, S. (2025). Role of Protected Areas and Joint Forest Management in Managing Forest Degradation. In: Shukla, G., Manohar K., A., Raj Kizha, A., Panwar, P., Chakravarty, S. (eds) Forest Degradation and Management. Forestry Sciences, vol 87. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-84055-5_22
  • Singh, A. Joshi, D. Sharma Priyanka, Priyajoy.K (2022). Swayam Sahayata Samooh: Gramin Mahilaaon Ko Aatmnirbhar Banane ki or Ek Mahatvapoorna Kadam. Krishi Chetna. Bhartiya Makka Anusandhan Sansthan. Ludhiana.
  • Guest Speaker: Dr. Ram Datt Mishra Associate Professor, Rural Management, School of Agri business and Rural Management, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar.
  • Singh, A (2022). Developing an improved variety of Lemon Grass ‘Hunar’: A Success Story of Gurpreet Singh. Food and Scientific Reports. 3(8):13-15.
  • Singh. A., Farswan, K., Mishra. K, Huria, A. (2023). The Spirit of Indian Youth: Past, Present and Future In: Sinha, P., Gupta, S., Jain,S., Imagining, Identifying and Innovating Roadmap to become the Vishwaguru: Harnessing Potential of Indian Youth. Vivekanand Swadhyay Mandal. pp-231-140.
  • Organized guest lecture under Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) on Entrepreneurship and Innovation as career Opportunity on 22nd November, 2021.
  • Organized guest lecture under Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) on My Story- By Successful Start-up Founder” on 24th November, 2021. Guest Speaker: Anant Chaturvedi, Co-founder and CEO-Vikalp Kanpur

Krishi me mahilaaon ki vartman bhoomika
Awards Got best oral presentation award in National Seminar on “Re- orientation of Agricultural Education” at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur (Nov 14-15,2014).
Professional Recognition Award in the National seminar on Agricultural Extension cum Alumni Meet (AADEE BHU-2024) organized by Department of Extension Education, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (U.P), India during Nov 15-17, 2024.

Other

  • Skill Nation Certificate for completing live workshop on Power point Using AI and Chat GPT.
  • Content Vidhya Certificate for successfully completing six-days (19th to 24th Dec-2022) online workshop on content writing.

Experience in handling

  • Rural Agriculture Work Experience (Overall Coordinator)
  • NAAC Criteria 7 Coordinator (College level)
  • Extension Activities and Field Visit Coordinator
  • MOOCs Coordinator
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