Dr. Thakur Krishna Shankar Rao
Associate Professor & Head
Department of Livestock Production Management
College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences,
Kishanganj
Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna
Publication & Research Metrics
634
Total Citations
12
h-index
13
i10-index
46
Research Papers
19
Review Articles
Specialization
Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Housing and Reproductive Management
Educational Qualification
| Sl. No. | Degree | University / Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.V.Sc. & A.H. | Bihar Veterinary College (BVC), Patna | 2004 |
| 2 | M.V.Sc. | ICAR–National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal | 2006 |
| 3 | Ph.D. | ICAR–National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal | 2010 |
Employee Experience
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | From | To | Organization / Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Associate Professor | 19.04.2023 | Till Date | College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (CoVAS), Kishanganj, Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna, Bihar |
| 2 | Assistant Professor | 21.06.2010 | 18.04.2023 | College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, Navsari Agricultural University, Gujarat |
Best Three Research Articles
1
Kro, R., Patel, N. B.,
Rao, T. K. S.
and Tissopi, M. (2025).
Effect of parity on dairy temperament
and productivity in HF crossbred cows.
Journal of Livestock Science,
16: 95–101.
NAAS Rating: 6.4
NAAS Rating: 6.4
2
Patel, P. B., Patel, N. B.,
Sorathiya, L. M., Singh, V. K.
and Rao, T. K. S. (2025).
Effect of time and amount of
colostrum feeding on physiological
parameters and health score in
Surti buffaloes' calves.
Indian Journal of Animal Research,
59(1): 62–66.
NAAS Rating: Not provided.
NAAS Rating: Not provided.
3
Sriranga, K. R.,
Rao, T. K. S.,
Harini, K. R., Sigh, R. R.
and Patel, N. B. (2023).
Expression of parlour behaviour,
temperament, welfare and approach
test in postpartum Surti buffaloes
(Bubalus bubalis).
Indian Journal of Animal Science,
19(1): 42–46.
NAAS Rating: Not provided.
NAAS Rating: Not provided.
Membership of Professional Societies
| Sl. No. | Professional Society / Association | Membership Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Society of Animal Production and Management (ISAPM) |
Life Member
Membership No.: LM-918 Member since 2010 |
| 2 | Indian Society for Buffalo Development (ISBD) |
Life Member
Membership No.: LM-0757 |
| 3 | Bihar Veterinary College Alumni Association (BVCAA) |
Alumni Member since 2023
Membership No.: BVCAA/L0425/2023 |
Honours & Awards
| Sl. No. | Name of Honour / Award | Awarding Organization / Event | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Appreciation Award
Award No.: 02/2025/CVS Kganj Dated: 26.01.2025 |
College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Kishanganj | 2025 |
| 2 |
Certificate of Appreciation
For participation in the Technology Exhibition-cum-Demonstration, Fish Fair 2025, representing the "Stall of CoVAS Kishanganj". Letter No.: 561/2025/CVS/Kganj Dated: 13.08.2025 |
College of Fisheries
Fish Fair 2025 |
2025 |
| 3 | Co-author of a Best Poster Award |
National Conference of SPFCA
09–10 February 2026 |
2026 |