The Department of Botany is a dynamic and vibrant unit committed to academic excellence, research, and the promotion of environmental sustainability. Our department plays a pivotal role in maintaining a Green and Clean Campus, integrating both academic and extracurricular activities to foster holistic development in students.

Facilities and Infrastructure

• Laboratories:Undergraduate Laboratory: Dedicated to FYBSc and SYBSc students for practical applications.
  Advanced Laboratory: Exclusively for TYBSc students, equipped for in-depth research and specialized studies.
  Tissue Culture Laboratory: Features advanced facilities for plant tissue culture, emphasizing modern techniques in plant propagation, genetic conservation, and biotechnology.
  
• Green Campus Initiatives:Polyhouse: Maintains controlled conditions for medicinal and ornamental plants.
  Shed Net: Provides ideal conditions for cultivating shade-loving plant species.
  Cactus Garden: Showcases over 50 species of cacti, fostering awareness of drought-resistant flora.
  Medicinal Plant Garden: Houses over 150 species of medicinal plants, including rare and endangered varieties used in Indian traditional medicine systems.
  

Faculty

The department is enriched by a team of six dedicated teaching faculty members and one committed non-teaching staff member. Together, they ensure smooth departmental functioning and support academic and co-curricular activities. The teaching faculty members are highly qualified and actively involved in research and publication, contributing significantly to the academic and scientific community.

Academic and Co-Curricular Programs

The department offers diverse learning opportunities aimed at skill development and environmental consciousness:

• Certificate Course on Plant Tissue Culture: Designed to inculcate entrepreneurial skills in students.
• Workshops and Activities:Flower arrangement workshops.
  Rare plant poster presentations.
  Cactus exhibitions.
  Seed library initiatives.
  Plant of the day activity.
  Group discussions and seminar competitions.
  

Environmental and Extension Activities

The department actively contributes to environmental awareness and sustainability by conducting:

• Tree plantation drives.
• Plastic-free campus initiatives.
• Nature club activities.

Campus Beautification

The department contributes significantly to the beautification of the college campus by implementing a three-tier plantation system with herbs, shrubs, and trees. This enhances biodiversity and aesthetic appeal, creating a serene and eco-friendly environment.

The Department of Botany is committed to fostering academic rigor, practical skills, and environmental stewardship, ensuring students are well-prepared for both professional and societal challenges.