Rajouri, July 18: Vice Chancellor Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University Prof. Akbar Masood on Tuesday released a book entitled “Rhyacophilidae of India,” authored by Dr. Sajad Hussain Parey, Assistant Professor, Dept of Zoology, Mr. Tabraq Ali, Ph.D. Scholar, and Dr. Manpreet Singh, Scientist, ZSI Kolkata.
Prof. Akbar Masood congratulated the authors for their scholarly contribution and termed this a significant milestone in the field of entomology, specifically in the study of the insect order Trichoptera.
On the occasion, Prof. Akbar said that the release of this groundbreaking book signifies the pioneering efforts of Indian authors in shedding light on the Rhyacophilidae family, offering a valuable contribution to the scientific community and opening new avenues for research and exploration in the field of insect taxonomy. “This memorable event serves as a testament to the dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit of the authors, who have significantly advanced the understanding of India’s rich insect biodiversity,” he said.
Those who were present on the occasion included Dr. A. A. Shah, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Dr. Shamas Kamal Anjum, Associate Dean School of Islamic Studies and Languages, and Mr. Mohd. Ishaq, Registrar BGSBU.
