Centurion University · SOVAS

Center for Veterinary
Clinical Complex

Research Centre · Paralakhemundi, Odisha
Dr. Avinash Palli RC Co-ordinator
11 December 2022 Date of Establishment
15 Members Faculty Team
SDG Alignment
SDG 1 – No Poverty SDG 2 – Zero Hunger SDG 3 – Good Health SDG 4 – Quality Education SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption SDG 13 – Climate Action SDG 15 – Life on Land
15
Members
7
Indexed Publications
32
Other Publications
6
Patents Published
6
Faculty Awards
117
Outreach Programmes
Advancing Veterinary Science
for Rural Communities

The Center for Veterinary Clinical Complex (VCC) serves as a multidisciplinary research hub delivering mobile veterinary care, advancing diagnostic science, and fostering evidence-based treatment protocols to improve the health of rural livestock and companion animals across Odisha.

Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Odisha District Veterinary Hospital, Gajapati Veterinary Institutes in Odisha
Milestones
December 2022
RC formally established at SOVAS, CUTM, Paralakhemundi. Journey of 2.5+ years begins.
2023–2024
Ambulatory veterinary clinics and animal health camps launched in villages of Gajapati district. Over 3,050 animals treated in outreach programs.
2024
144 surgeries performed. 349 diagnostic samples investigated. Six patents published. Colour Atlas on animal diseases released.
January 2025
ASCAD Training Program conducted. Multiple best-paper and award recognitions at CSA: IAS 2025.
May 2025
New publications in IEEE, JBI Evidence Synthesis, and Indian Veterinary Journal. Vet Dosage Calculator product developed.
Research Objectives

Veterinary Outreach & Rural Healthcare

Deliver mobile veterinary care through ambulatory services, organize health camps for vaccination and treatment of livestock, and provide consultation for farmers.

Disease Research & Therapeutics

Identify prevalent diseases through epidemiological studies, establish evidence-based treatment protocols, and explore novel pharmacological and surgical interventions.

Integrative Diagnostics

Conduct pathological assessments, biochemical analyses, parasitological investigations, and microbiological research on bacterial, viral, and fungal pathogens.

Research Publications & Projects

Publish peer-reviewed research, secure funding for innovative diagnostics projects, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration with academia and industry partners.

Veterinary Innovation & Patents

Develop innovative diagnostic kits and treatment methodologies, secure patents in veterinary medicine and biotechnology, and facilitate technology transfer.

Workshops & Continuing Education

Facilitate professional development for veterinarians, students, and researchers, and engage in national and international conferences for knowledge exchange.

Faculty Members
RC Coordinator
AP
Dr. Avinash Palli
Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry
PG
Dr. P.I. Ganesan
Veterinary Microbiology
KG
Dr. K. Ganesh
Veterinary Sciences
FR
Dr. F. Sebastin Raju
Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics
SP
Dr. Saranya Paidi
Veterinary Surgery and Radiology
BC
Dr. B.V.S. Bhavya Charitha
Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics
GS
Dr. G. Sai Kumar
Veterinary Microbiology
NL
Dr. N. Likitha
Veterinary Medicine
UK
Dr. A. Udaya Kiran
Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics
MM
Dr. Manisha Medhi
Veterinary Microbiology
CA
Dr. Ch. Archana
Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology
HK
Dr. Harish Kalla
Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology
UM
Dr. S. Uma Maheswari
Veterinary Pathology
BJ
Dr. Bhargava Jyothi
Veterinary Pathology
KA
Dr. K. Anthony Raju
Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics
Publications
#AuthorsTitleJournalYear
1Gangitla, Nuka, Palli et al.Molecular detection of Ehrlichia canis from Gajapati, OdishaJournal of Advanced Veterinary ResearchApr 2025
2Yadagiri Aruna, Choudhary et al.Feline Diabetes MellitusIndian Journal of Agriculture and Allied SciencesMar 2025
3Ch. Archana, Preethy John et al.In-vivo antineoplastic potential of Magnolia Champaca and Epipremnum aureum leavesInt. Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research2024
4PI Ganesan, Ch. Archana, Harish KallaPrevalence of dermatophytes in buffaloes in Gajapathi District, OdishaInt. Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry2025
5Khatoon, Mahapatra, Kondabattula et al.Prevalence and incidence of zoonotic diseases in South Asia: a systematic review protocolJBI Evidence SynthesisMay 2025
6M.G. Jayathangaraj, Bhavya Charitha et al.Review on Leptospirosis in Animals and the One Health ConceptThe Indian Veterinary JournalNov 2024
7Priyanka D, Vasantha SKI, Bhavya et al.Assessment of immune biomarkers during the transition period in Ongole cattleInt. Journal of Advanced Biochemistry ResearchAug 2024
8Vasantha, Bhavya Charitha, Chaitanya et al.Oxidative stress biomarkers and gene expression in periparturient Ongole CattleJournal of Livestock ScienceApr 2025
9Avinash P, Aswani Kumar K, Punya Kumari BGenotypic profiling of A1 and A2 β-casein alleles in Punganur cattle using PCR-RFLPThe Indian Journal of Animal SciencesAug 2024
10Divya Sri B, Benarji K, Avinash P et al.Revolutionizing Cryopreservation: Digitalization of Liquid Nitrogen Cylinders Using IoTIEEEMay 2025
11Rakesh Dangi, Choudhary, Aruna et al.AFAST in Veterinary Emergency Medicine: Technique, Applications and Diagnostic RelevanceJournal of Advances in Biology & BiotechnologyApr 2025
12Dangi, Choudhary, Mehta, Aruna et al.Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Isolation of Causative Agent of Subclinical Mastitis in Dairy Cattle(In press)Mar 2025
13Nisha Dodiyar, Choudhary, Aruna et al.Prevalence of Canine Dermatophytosis in Mhow (M.P.)Indian Journal of Agriculture and Allied SciencesMar 2025
#AuthorsPaper TitleConferenceYear
1Gangitla, Nuka, PalliMolecular detection of Ehrlichia canis from Gajapati, OdishaCSA: IAS 20252025
2Harish, Avinash, Archana et al.Unveiling Klebsiella pneumoniae: Challenges and Public Health ImpactsCSA: IAS 20252025
3Uma Maheswari, Poojitha et al.Pathomorphological Studies of Coccidiosis in BroilersCSA: IAS 2025Jan 2025
4G. Poojitha et al.Intestinal Coccidiosis in Sheep – A Case ReportCSA: IAS 20252025
5Dr. K. Bhargava JyothiVeterinary Oncology – ISLASA ConferenceYoung Researcher Award2025
6F. Sebastin Raju et al.Effect of E. coli LPS and Lugol's iodine on biochemical parameters in repeat breeder cowsCSA IAS 2025Jan 2025
7F. Sebastin Raju, Bhavya Charitha et al.Retrospective study on reproductive disorders in cattle in Gajapati districtISSARCON-2024Nov 2024
8F. Sebastin Raju, Bhavya Charitha et al.Surgical repositioning of recto-vaginal prolapse in a buffaloISSARCON-2024Nov 2024
9Aruna, Choudhary, Dangi et al.Management of Subclinical Mastitis with Extended Ceftiofur HCl TherapyCSA: IAS 2025Jan 2025
10Dr. N. LikithaConcurrent Hypothyroidism and Malassezia Dermatitis in a Labrador RetrieverCSA: IAS 2025Jan 2025
11P.I. Ganesan, Sravani, Divya SriClimate Change – Shifts in Microbial Community: A Field Study in Animal DiseasesCSA: IAS 2025Jan 2025
12B.V.S. Bhavya Charitha, Deepthi et al.Reproductive Performance in Crossbred Cattle Under Tropical Climate of ParalakhemundiRAFVALES-2025Apr 2025
13Avinash P, Saikumar G et al.Utilisation of food waste as sustainable feed resources for pigsCSA: IAS 2025Jan 2025
14P. Saranya, Sebastin Raju et al.Successful Management of Femur Fracture in a Young RottweilerCSA: IAS 2025Jan 2025
15M.G. Jayathangaraj et al.Application of Interventional Technologies to transform Piggery into a Profitable VentureViksit Bharat ConferenceSep 2024
Patents Published
Patent 01
Innovative Restraining and Care System for Small Ruminants
MG Jayathangaraj, Deepthi Ch., Robin Tiwari, Bhavya Charitha et al.
202431061573A
Patent 02
Manoeuvrable Swine Restraint Gadget
M.G. Jayathangaraj, K. Prasanthi, R.K. Swain, R. Mallikarjun et al.
202431063716A
Patent 03
Modernised Buiatric IV Stand
M.G. Jayathangaraj, P. Saranya, F. Sebastin Raju, Balagopalan et al.
202431061529A
Patent 04
Canine Restraining Clinical Gadget for Medical and Surgical Applications
M.G. Jayathangaraj, Bhavya Charitha, P. Saranya, Avinash Palli et al.
202531006448A
Patent 05
Advanced Electro-Hydraulic Apparatus for Large Animals
TP Balagopalan, F. Sebastin Raju, P. Saranya, MG Jayathangaraj et al.
202531011277A
Patent 06
Foot Bath System for Farm Animals
M.G. Jayathangaraj, G. Chaitanya, N. Likitha, Bhavya Charitha, Avinash P. et al.
202531021211A
Faculty Awards
🏆
Best Thesis Award
Dr. S. Uma Maheswari
Veterinary College Hassan, Karnataka – 2025
🥇
Young Professional Award
Dr. G. Poojitha
ISLASA Conference – Veterinary College Hassan, 2025
🔬
Young Researcher Award
Dr. K. Bhargava Jyothi
ISLASA Conference – Veterinary College Hassan, 2025
📜
Best M.V.Sc. Thesis Award
Dr. B.V.S. Bhavya Charitha
UAS Raichur; SGGV Sarguja; ABV Vishwavidyalaya; AFTEFS – April 2025
🎤
Best Oral Presentation
Dr. Avinash Palli
CSA: IAS 2025 – January 2025
🎖️
Oral Presentation 2nd – Teacher
Dr. Avinash Palli
Society of One Health Biochemists – September 2024
Products & Processes
Electro-Hydraulic Apparatus for Large Animals
💉
Modernised Buiatric I/V Stand
🐕
Humane Canine Trap Cage
🔧
Canine Restraining Gadget
📡
Animal Health Monitoring Collar
📱
Vet Dosage Calculator App
Books & Book Chapters
Colour Atlas on Symptomatology of Common Diseases in Animals
M.G. Jayathangaraj, TP Balagopalan, RK Swain et al.
Oct 2024
Lumpy Skin Disease and its Diagnostic Insights
Dr. G. Sai Kumar
May 2025
Endometritis in Cows – Diagnosis and Recent Advancements Using Immunomodulators
Dr. F. Sebastin Raju
May 2025
Clinical Approach on Important Parasitic Diseases in Animals
M.G. Jayathangaraj, Gunjan Das, Chaitanya et al.
2025
Exploring the Clinical Use of Steroids in Veterinary Medicine
Ch. Archana, Tapan Kumar Mandal, Jayathangaraj et al.
May 2025
Postmortem Techniques for Livestock and Poultry – ASCAD Training Guide
G.V. Sudhakar Rao, Sridhar, Bhargava Jyothi et al.
Mar 2025
Canine Parvoviral Enteritis: A Continuing Challenge
Dr. N. Likitha
2025
Chronic Wound Management in Pets
P. Saranya, TP Balagopalan, F. Sebastin Raju et al.
May 2025
Updated Clinical Insights into Felids and Felid Medicine
M.G. Jayathangaraj, N. Likitha, Y. Aruna, Chaitanya et al.
May 2025
Systemic Approach for Prevention and Control of HS, BQ, ET and FMD – ASCAD Guide
M.G. Jayathangaraj, N. Likitha, Y. Aruna
Mar 2025

Outreach & Extension Programmes

Ambulatory veterinary clinics and animal health camps delivered across villages of Gajapati district and beyond.

117
Programmes
3,050
Animals Treated
144
Surgeries
349
Samples Investigated
Programmes conducted in: Agarkhandi, Goribandha, Chintapali, Kharasanda, Ranipentha, Hadubangi, Baghusala, Parichha, Rajapur, Jhami, Jugarajpur, Badagaon, Kududa, Padmapur, Lingipur, Sailada, Navada, Dhamunigaon, Talasingh, Jogipadu, Haripur, Singhpur and more — across Gajapati & adjacent districts, Odisha.
Notable Programme: Rabies Awareness Rally (September 2024) — 100 students participated. Training program ASCAD 2025 conducted at SOVAS, Paralakhemundi.
Future Action Points
🔬
Studies on efficacy of area-specific mineral mixture and E. coli LPS for augmenting conception rate in infertile cows, Gajapati district
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Application of double-synch and estra-double synch protocols for improving conception rate in anestrus cows
🧪
Creation of low-cost, field-friendly diagnostic kits for bacterial, viral, and parasitic diseases
🌿
Formulation of herbal and alternative therapies for chronic animal conditions
📚
Short-term Continuing Veterinary Education Programs for field veterinarians and farmer training programs
📲
Development of a mobile application for farmer consultation and remote veterinary guidance
🍚
Rice gruel project — utilization of rice gruel as a nutritional supplement in cattle feeding with characterization of nutritional and microbial components
Activities & Outreach