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Dr. Manoj Kumar Chauhan

Junior Scientist
manoj.chouhan [at] aau.ac.in Joined: 10 Oct, 2001 Nodal Officer of RKVY; Coordinator, Coordination Unit, CBBO, AAU, Jorhat
25
Publications
18
Projects
6
Degrees
9
Career Milestones
39
Honours & Awards
Academic Background

Education & Career Milestones

Educational Qualifications
B. Sc. (Agri.)
1991
College of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
M Sc. (Agri.)
1993
College of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Specialization: Soil Microbiology
Ph D (Agri.)
2020
Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Specialization: Soil Microbiology
Other Qualifications
1999
ICAR NET
Specialization: SOIL FERTILITY, SOIL MICROBIOLOGY AND SOIL CHEMISTRY
Other Qualifications
1998
APTECH COMPUTER LIMITED, JORHAT
Specialization: DISM
Employment History
Research Associate
24-12-1994 – 27-02-1996
Assam Agricultural University
Dept. of Soil Science, AAU, Jorhat
Research Associate
21-05-1997 – 20-05-2000
Assam Agricultural University
Dept. of Soil Science, AAU, Jorhat
Sr. Research Fellow
19-09-2000 – 08-10-2001
Assam Agricultural University
Dept. of Soil Science, AAU, Jorhat
Programme Assistant (Computer Programmer)
10-10-2001 – 08-11-2008
Assam Agricultural University
KVK, Cachar
Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Sc.)
10-11-2008 – 27-08-2011
Assam Agricultural University
KVK, Dhemaji
Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Sc.)
29-08-2011 – 02-11-2018
Assam Agricultural University
KVK, Darrang
i/c Sr. Scientist & Head
03-11-2018 – 23-03-2020
Assam Agricultural University
KVK, Darrang
Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Sc.)
24-03-2020 – 30-10-2021
Assam Agricultural University
KVK, Darrang
Scientist
01-11-2021 – Till date
Assam Agricultural University
Directorate of Research (Agri.)
Research & Scholarship
Scholarly Publications 25 Total Records
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Gaurav Kumar; Ansu Kumar; Nirmal Karan; H. H. Sarma; S. S. Bora; R. K. Saud; M K Chauhan; N. T. Rafique; Kuldip Medhi; M. J. Konwar; Pranjit Bharali (2025). Evaluation of weed management practices and their impact on weed dynamics under different rice establishment techniques in early Ahu season, International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 17(2), 13417–13420 DOI: https://bioinfopublication.org/pages/jouarchive.ph
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Sneha Karmakar; Gayatri Goswami Kandali; Binoy Kumar Medhi; Manoj Kumar Chauhan; Anjan Krishna Sarmah; Kalyan Pathak (2025). Characterization and Evaluation of Bio inputs Used in Zero Budget Natural Farming in India, Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition , 11(4), 311–331 DOI: DOI: https://doi.org/10.9734/ajsspn/2025/v11i4604
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Dhritismita Das; Sontara Kalita; Khagen Kurmi; Bhabesh Gogoi; Ranjan Das; Manoj Kumar Chauhan; Kalyan Pathak (2024). Agronomic efficiency and productivitiy of transplanted kharif rice (Oryza sativa) as influenced by fertilizer briquettes, Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 94(3), 318–320 DOI: doi-144550
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Rinku Moni Phukon; Rizwanul Helim; Bipul Kumar Das; Manoj Kumar Chauhan; Pabitra Kumar Bordoloi (2021). Impact of cluster frontline demonstration (CFLD) on oilseeds productivity and profitability, Journal of Scientific Research & Reports, 27(5), 104–110 DOI: 10.9734/JSRR/2021/v27i530395
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Pranjal Pratim Neog; Manoj Kumar Chauhan (2015). Incidence and management of ufra disease caused by Ditylenchus angustus in deep water rice in Assam, Annals of Plant Protection Science, 23(1), 189–190
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Pranjal Pratim Neog; Manoj Kumar Chauhan; Satya Nath Deka (2014). Trichoderma harzianum in management of root-knot nematode infecting blackgram, Annals of Plant Protection Sciences, 22(1), 235–236
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Pranjal Pratim Neog; Manoj Kumar Chauhan; Satya Nath Deka (2012). Incidence and ecofriendly management of root-knot nematode in Assam, Annals of Plant Protection Sciences, 20(1), 267–268
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Das, R.; Chauhan, M.K. and Sarmah, A.K. (2024). Management of Nutrient Deficiency in Crop Production. College of Agriculture, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat, Assam, ISBN: ISBN: 978-81-963002-0-3
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Chauhan, M.K. (2025). Commercial practices to optimize fibre yield and quality in banana, pineapple and coconut, in: Barua, B.; Ahmed, F.U.A.; Neog, B.K.; (Eds.), Training Manual on Extraction, Processing and Value Addition of Non-Conventional Natural Fibres, KVK, AAU, Dhubri, KVK, Dhubri, pp 93–102.
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Chauhan, M.K. (2025). Commercial practices to optimize fibre yield and quality in banana, pineapple and coconut, in: Puzari, D.; Roy, C.H.; Saikia, P.; (Eds.), Training Manual on Extraction, Processing and Value Addition of Non-Conventional Natural Fibres, KVK, AAU, Bongaigaon, KVK, Bongaigaon, pp 20–27.
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Chutia, R.; Begum, A.M.; Deka, P.C.; Sarma, U.J.; Deka, K.; Deka, D.; Borah, R.; Neog, M. and Chauhan, M.K. (2024). Evaluation of CR Dhan 310: A high protein, high yield rice variety for Assam's rice-growing regions, in: Bordoloi, P.; Choudhury, M.; (Eds.), Abstract Book on National Conclave on Food Fortification: Linking Academia, Industry and Public Sector to Address Micronutrient Malnutrition, Organizing Committee of National Conclave, Department of Food Science and Nutrition , College of Community Science. AAU, Jorhat-13, Assam, pp 30–30, ISBN: 978-93-94944-43-5.
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Nath, D.J.; Gayan, A. and Chauhan, M.K. (2024). Biofertilizer: An effective strategy for sustainable rice-based cropping system in Assam, in: Singh, S.; Borgohain, R. and Kumar, V. Yahaya, R.; (Eds.), Sustainable Technologies for Rice-Based Cropping System in Assam, SM Press, Jorhat, Assam, pp 238–263, ISBN: 978-81-967666-2-7.
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Chauhan, M.K.; Saikia, M.; Bhattacharyya, A.; Pathak, K.; Das, D. and Mahanta, N.J. (2023). An affordable means for small farm mechanization through Custom Hiring Centre (CHC), in: BARUA, P.; DUTTA, P.; KONWAR, M.J.; CHETIA, S.K.; (Eds.), CLIMATE RESILIENT AGRICULTYRE INTERVENTIONS IN ASSAM; CHALLANGES, EXPERIENCES AND SUCCESS STIORIES, SM Press, A T Road, Barua Charilai, Jorhat, Assam-785001, pp 35–45, ISBN: ISBN:978-81-951213-2-8.
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Sarma, G.K.; Barua, P.S.; Kalita, D.C.; Chauhan, M.K. and Bordoloi, P.K. (2012). Role of Azolla in paddy production- An economic analysis. Pp.185-193., in: Das, R.; Sarma, K.K.; Deka, H.; Haque, A. (Eds.), Agri-Biotech, , Global Publishing House (India) , Global Publishing House (India) , pp 185–193, ISBN: ISBN: 978-93-81563-15-1. .
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chouhan, M.K. (). Mah Jatiya Sasyor Prasoror khetrat Axom Krishi Visyavidyaloyor Vidyalayor Bhumika, Sirolu, 34(34), 32-34, KASS, Assam, Jorhat
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Sonowal, J.; Chowdhury, P.; Phukan, P.T.; Sahu, N.C.; Deori, C.; Bey, R.; Neog, M.; Neog, B.K.; Bora, R. and Kumar, M. (). An integrated community based model for ex-situ conservation of the Nageswari (Nagi) duck in Sribhumi, India, Agri-Gate-An International Multidisciplinary e-Megazine, 6(3), 653-664, AgriGate Magazine (www.agrigatemagazine.com), Jabbalpur, Madhyapradesh
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Phukon, P.T.; Chaudhury, P.; Chaudhury, C.; Bey, R.; Sonowal, J.; Neog, M.; Bora, R.; Chauhan, M.K.; Begum, A. and Sau, R.K. (). Cut-Flower kshetra Mein Rajanigandha Ki Sambhabanaye: Sribhumi Zila, Assam, Bharatiya Krishi Pradyogiki Darpan (January-March, 2025), 3(3), 47-49, ICAR-ATARI VI, Guwahati
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Chaudhury, C.; Chaudhury, P.; Sonowal, J.; Phukon, P.T.; Bey, R.; Chauhan, M.K.; Begum, A.; Neog, M. and Saud, R.K. (). Simanta Kisano ka Sashaktikaran: Digital Krishi Ke Madhyam Se, Bharatiya Krishi Pradyogiki Darpan (January-March, 2025), 3(3), 24-29, ICAR-ATARI VI, Guwahati
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Chaudhury, C.; Choudhury, P.; Sonowal, J.; Phukon, P.T.; Bey, R.; Chauhan, M.K.; Begum, A.; Neog, M. and Saud, R.K. (). Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sribhumi ke Prakritik Kheti Pradarshan mandal: Paristhitikiya Rup Se Tikao Krishi Ki aur ek marg, Bharatiya Krishi Pradyogiki Darpan (January-March, 2025), 3(3), 3-8, ICAR-ATARI VI, Guwahati
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Chauhan, M.K. (). Production Technology of Bio-Inputs for Natural Farming., Compendium of Lecture, ICAR Sponsored 10 days Training on Input {Production Technique for Organic and Natural Farming, 18-27 February, 2025, 1(1), 39-43, Dept. of Soil Science, AAU, JOrhat, AAU, Jorhat
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Neog, B.K. and Chauhan, M.K. (). Drug residues in Animal-sourced foods: Implications for human health, Souvenir, Regional Agriculture Fair, 2025, 1(1), 152-158, AAU, Jorhat, SM Press, Jorhat
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Chauhan, M.K.; Bora, R.; Momtaz, A.B.; Neog, B.K.; Neog, M. and Mahanta, B. (2026). Promotion of Pulses in Assam under IIPR-NEH component . DoEE, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat
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Nath, B.C.; Saikia, S.; Sarmah, A.K.; Pathak, K.; Kalita, S.; Deka, B.; Chauahn, M.K.; Hazarika, D. and Goswa, G. (2024). Jivamrit: Bioinput for Natural Farming. Directorate of Research (Agri.), AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat
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Nath, B.C.; Saikia, S.; Sarmah, A.K.; Pathak, K.; Kalita, S.; Deka, B.; Chauhan, M.K.; Hazarika, D. and Goswa, G. (2024). Beejamrita: A sustainable bio-input for enhanced crop production in Natural Farming. Directorate of Research (Agri.), AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat
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Nath, B.C.; Saikia, S.; Sarmah, A.K.; Pathak, K.; Kalita, S.; Deka, B.; Chauhan, M.K.; Hazarika, D. and Goswa, G. (2024). Panchagavya in plant health management: A holistic approach. Directorate of Research (Agri.), AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat
Sponsored Research
Research Projects 18 Projects
IIPR, Kanpur Rs. 0.014 Lakh
Performance of Lentil Varieties of IIPR, Kanpur
Implemented in 2025
ICAR-IIPR, Kanpur Rs. 75.00 Lakh
Promotion of Pulses in NER region under ICAR-IIPR NER Component
Implemented in 2025
ICAR Rs. 91.29 Lakh
SCSP-Strengthening & development of higher agricultural education in India” , Project name: Promotion & livelihood security of Scheduled Caste farmers through agriculture & allied sectors (SC-SP component)
Implemented in 2023
Deptt. of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmer’s Welfare. Govt. of India Rs. 14.9 Lakh
National Bamboo Mission
Implemented in 2019
TERI, New Delhi Rs. 14.00 Lakh
Performance of TERI's nano DAP in Khasi Mandarin
Implemented in 2024
TERI, New Delhi Rs. 14.00 Lakh
Performance of TERI's nano Urea in Khasi Mandarin
Implemented in 2024
IIPR Rs. 95.0 Lakh
IIPR Pulses- Promotion of pulses in NEH region under IIPR-NEH component for 2024-25
Implemented in 2023
TERI, New Delhi Rs. 14.00 Lakh
Performance of TERI's nano nano DAP in Kharif rice
Implemented in 2024
GIZ GmbH, Federal Republic of Germany
Assessment of agro-ecology based cropping systems natural bio-inputs for soil health improvement and product quality enhancement in Assam.
Implemented in 2023
TERI Rs. 14 Lakh
Performance of TERI's nano urea in Kharif rice
Implemented in 2024
IFFCO Rs. 40 Lakh
Effect of Nano DAP in Maize
Implemented in 2023
IFFCO
Effect of nano DAP on rabi maize
Implemented in 2023
M/S Limagrain India Pvt. Ltd Rs. 0.60 Lakh
Testing of two hybrid corn varieties viz., LG34.05 and LG34.04 during rabi, 2023-24 (Contact Research Project))
Implemented in 2023
Govt. of Assam Rs. 1.0 Crore
Establishment of Natural Farming and Organic Agriculture under R&D
Implemented in 2022
Oil India Ltd Rs. 10 Lakh
Augmentation of agriculture through efficient resource utilization with Participatory Approach
Implemented in 2020
IFFCO Rs. 0.40 Lakh
Effect of nano DAP on rabi maize
Implemented in 2022
AAU Rs. 0.35 Lakh
Effect of fertilizer pellets on kharif rice
Implemented in 2022
Director of Agriculture, Govt. of Assam Rs. 100 Lakh
Establishment of Natural farming and Organic Agriculture under R&D
Implemented in 2021
Recognition & Accolades
Achievements & Honours 39 Honours
Joined as Programme Assistant (Computer Programmer) on 10-10-2001 at KVK, Cachar. Worked as SMS (Soil Scence) at KVK, Dhemaji and KVK, Darrang from 10-11-2008 to 30-11-2021. I also acted as In-charge Sr. Scientist & Head, KVK, Darrang from 03-11-2018 to 23-03-2021. During my tenure as SMS (Soil Science, I conducted more than 121 numbers of training programme to F/FW, RY and EFs of both the districts. I also conducted 42 numbers of OFTs, 15 nos. of MLTs, 6 nos. of CFLDs and 64 numbers of FLDs respectively of various technologies developed by AAU, Jorhat. I actively participated in the implementation of CFLD programmes on oilseeds and pulses. Involved in soil testing and Soil Health cards preparation and distribution programme of the same. I was also associated in participatory Rural Appraisal of various villages of both the districts for implementation of KVK activities. I was involved in preparation of Vision Document of Dhemaji District, Darrang district, SREP of Cachar district. I was actively involved in implementation of TSP programme in the Udalguri district and Technology Showcasing programme in Darrang district during 2012-13. I also implemented DAPSP programme for SC people of the Darrang district. Implemented Krishi Kalyan Abhijan Pase I and Phase II. Attended Global Conference on Women in Agriculture at IARI, New Delhi during 13-15 March, 2012. Attended training at NIPHM, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad on Pest Surveillance from 29 Aug., 2011 and on “Integrated soil nutrient and weed management and ecological engineering from 4-16 December, 2013. Participated 18 numbers of exhibition including two numbers of International Exhibition at IARI, New Delhi.
Participated in more than 18 nos. of exhibitions including three numbers of International Exhibition at Guwahati and New Delhi. Acted as Programme Supervisor of the RAWE programme in 2018-19 and 2021-22 and also as Chairman of Group Advisory Committee of RAWEP, 2018-19 at KVK, Darrang.
1. Importance of Soil and Climate and their significance in tea and pumpkin production on 04-03-2023 at KVK, Dibrugarh (FPC)




















2. Capacity building of BODs and shareholders for smooth functioning of FPOs on 10-03-23 at KVK, Sivasagar




















3. FPO and FPCs road map for financial goals of Indian farmers on 10-03-23 at KVK, Sivasagar




















4. FPO and FPCs road map for financial goals of Indian farmers on 10-03-23 at KVK, Tinsukia




















5.Scientific cultivation of maize and its value addition on 10-03-23 at KVK, Tinsukia
Attended 12 days training on "Resource management, socio-economic development and environmental sustainability through climate resilient integrated farming system”, org. by Advance Centre for IFS Research, AAU, Jorhat from 29-08-22 to 09-09-2022
Conducted ODL course "BIOFERT 001" :Production of biofertilizer for entrepreneurship development. Course duration > 3 months
Taken M Sc. Class Soil 506 (Soil biology and biochemistry, Ist Sem, 2022.
Published a Book Chapter on "An affordable means for small farm mechanization through Custom Hiring Centre (CHC)". In Ed. book "Climate Smart Agriculture in Assam: Challenges, Experience and Sucess Stories" by Prinda Barua, Pompi Dutta, Milon Jyoti Konwar, Sanjay Kr. Chutia. Published by SM Press, AT Road, Jorhat, Asam. ISBN NO. 978-81-951213-2-8
Acted as Nodal Officer of RKVY and NABL matters.
















Acted as member/member secretary of 17 institutional building committee of AAU.
Acted as Guest Lecture to deliver a lecture on "Capacity building of farmers in natural and organic farming on 19th Dec., 2022 in 7th AIAH Show at Guwahati
Attended Capacity Building and training on entrepreneurship at EDII, Ahmedabad during 22-27 May, 2023
Workshop on Reimagining Assam Agriculture with the learning from today’s innovations and wisdom of our tradition on 15-16 June, 2023 at Board Room, AAU, Jorhat, org. by DoEE, AAU, Jorhat
Study cum exposure visit to ISARC, Varanashi, from 26-30 Sept., 2023, org. by ISARC, Varanashi
Training programme of Officers and FPCs BOD/Members at ICRISAT, Hyderabad, 6-10 Nov., 2023, org. by ICRISAT, Hyderabad & Director of Agriculture, Govt. of Assam
Public-Private Partnership for organic farming: plant protection and plant growth promotion for sustainability agriculture during 27-30, Dec., 2023 at Hotel Pride, Pune DBT-NECAB, AAU, Jorhat
Member of Village Adoption Committee under DoEE, AAU, Jorhat (07-08-2024)
Member for selection committee for selection of SRF under NICRA project for KVK,Dhubri on 09-10-2024
Member for conducting an experiment in the field of compost making from Parthenium weed and study it as a regular compost.
Member of online interface programme with farmers of different districts of Assam
Member of Core Committee for preparation of district wise block level concept note on elephant and monkey menace in various districts of Assam.
Radio Talk: “Krishi Khetrat Sammanita Harot Poshak Moulor Byabohar aru Proyojaniyata- a discussion” on 26-09-2024 at AIR, Dibrugarh (Broadcasted on 29-09-2024).
Visited and monitored various activities of KVK Dibrugarh/Tinsukia/Dhemaji and Lakhimpur during 10-12 July, 2024
Visited and monitored various activities of KVK Golaghat 31-07-2024
Visited and monitored various activities of KVK Sribhumi and Cachar and AAU-ZRS Sribhumi during 5-7 October, 2024
Resource Person for delivering a lecture on “Scientific management of rabi crops” at Bandarchaliha on 30-08-2024.
As Guest in the open session of the State Level Mushroom Day cum Kisan Mela held on 10-01-2024 at KVK, Golaghat
Meeting : Attended a meeting of Dept. of Agriculture, BTR visit to AAU at Conference Hall of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, AAU, Jorhat
Course Director


2-day HRD training on Crop Management with special reference to crop diversification during 12-13 March, 2025 at DoEE, AAU, Jorhat
Course Coordinator


2-day HRD training programme ,,……………………..
Attended STAR National Conference at RARI, Durgapura, Jaipur during 23-25 February, 2025.
As invigilator for the written test for the post of SMS of KVKs under AAU to be held on 22-3-2025 in the Academic Complex, AAU, Jorhat
As invigilator for the written test for the Farm Manager of KVKs under AAU to be held on 22-3-2025 in the Academic Complex, AAU, Jorhat
As invigilator for the written test for the post of Assistant of KVKs under AAU to be held on 23-3-2025 in the Academic Complex, AAU, Jorhat
As invigilator for the written test for the post of Stenographer Gr-III of KVKs under AAU to be held on 23-3-2025 in the Academic Complex, AAU, Jorhat
As invigilator for the written test for the post of Programme Assistant (Computer) of KVKs under AAU to be held on 23-3-2025 in the Academic Complex, AAU, Jorhat
As invigilator for the written test for the post of supporting staff Gr-I of KVKs under AAU to be held on 26-3-2025 in the Academic Complex, AAU, Jorhat
Attended Meeting of Nodal Officers of “Carbon Finance Potential” project on 24-03-2025 at 10.00 am in the Conference Hall of DoR (Agri.), AAU, Jorhat
Resource Person for delivering a lecture on “Waste management, FYM and Vermicomposting” on 28-03-2025 in a 5-day training on “Nursery management of horticultural Crops in NE India” during 24-28 March, 2025.
Resource person for delivering lecture on “Enriching compost for maintaining soil health” on 25-03-2025 in a 5-day collaborative training programme on “Promotion of organic inputs in the NE states” during 24-28 March, 2025 at DoEE Conference Hall, AAU, Jorhat.
Resource person for delivering lecture on “Overview of various organic inputs in agriculture” on 24-03-2025 in a 5-day collaborative training programme on “Promotion of organic inputs in the NE states” during 24-28 March, 2025 at DoEE Conference Hall, AAU, Jorhat.
Learned Societies
Professional Memberships 4 Societies
Indian Society of Soil Science
Annual Member
2022
Journal of Soil and Water Conservation
Life Member
Indian Society of Soil Science
Annual Member
2023
Indian Society of Soil Science
Annual Member
2024
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Dr. Manoj Kumar Chauhan

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Department: Soil Science
AAU Joining Date: 10 Oct, 2001
Additional Charge: Nodal Officer of RKVY; Coordinator, Coordination Unit, CBBO, AAU, Jorhat