Madhya Pradesh Research Articles

Perceived Constraints and Strategic Recommendations by Commercial Dairy Farmers in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India

The present study was undertaken to find out the constraints faced by the commercial dairy farmers in adoption of advance dairy production practices. The Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh was specifically chosen for the study because it is regarded as a centre for commercial dairy farmers and has a well-established infrastructure for the development of the dairy industry. The sample consisted of 203 responders in total. The research findings revealed that the main constraints mentioned by commercial dairy farmers were the unavailability of green fodder year-round, low conception rates through artificial insemination, high cost of veterinary treatment, and low milk prices relative to production costs. Farmers suggest solutions such as increasing milk prices in proportion to feed and service costs, standardize labour costs, reducing feed material costs, and improving access to veterinary services and innovative technologies. Providing suitable solutions can improve dairy farming practices, enhance productivity, and support the economic well-being of dairy farmers

Physiological Effects of Zumba Exercise on Male College Students: An Intervention Study

Objectives. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of Zumba exercise in improving physiological parameters among male students enrolled in an aerobic exercise program in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. Materials and methods. A one-group pre-post-test design was used, involving fifteen male students aged betweennineteen and twenty-four years old. The participants engaged in Zumba sessions supervised by health professionals three times per week for eight weeks. A series of measurements, including VO₂max, agility, and muscle strength, was evaluated at pretest and posttest stages using various equipment and methods. Results. Statistical analysis using SPSS version 26 software included normality testing with the Shapiro-Wilk test and a significance level set at p ≥ 0.05. A paired sample t-test was performed to compare pretest and posttest measurements of VO₂max, agility, and muscle strength. The results are presented as Mean ± Standard Deviation (SD). The findings reveal significant improvements in all parameters assessed post-intervention. VO₂max increased from 26.5 ± 4.5 to 30.8 ± 4.2 mL/kg/min, agility improved from 15.8 ± 1.2 to 14.6 ± 1.3 seconds, limb muscle strength increased from 394.2 ± 66.4 to 411.1 ± 67.5 joules, and arm muscle strength increased from 123.5 ± 17.1 to 138.2 ± 13.9 joules (all p ≤ 0.001). These results demonstrate the effectiveness of Zumba exercise in enhancing physical fitness among male college students. Conclusions. The findings suggest that Zumba exercise is an effective non-pharmacological intervention for enhancing cardiovascular fitness, agility, and muscular strength among male students. Integrating Zumba exercise into regular physical activity routines may contribute to stimulating an active lifestyle and improving overall health outcomes.

EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF TEACHER’S EXPERIENCE AND WORKLOAD ON EMOTIONAL CONNECTION AND ENGAGEMENT IN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

This study explores the impact of a teacher’s experience and workload on their emotional connection and engagement within an educational institution. Drawing on extensive empirical data, the research investigates how varying levels of experience and diverse workload demands influence teachers’ emotional investment and active participation in their work environment. This study adopts a quantitative research design to examine the relationship between emotional intelligence (EI), teacher burnout, and work engagement among school teachers in the Saugor district of Madhya Pradesh. A cross-sectional survey method is used to collect data from a sample of teachers. The results indicate a significant association between emotional attachment to the institution and the level of experience among respondents. Organizations need to strike a balance, ensuring that employees are challenged but not overwhelmed. This study also adds to the growing body of literature on teacher burnout and engagement, providing significant knowledge for administrators, and educators looking to improve teacher well-being and institutional success. KEYWORDS: Teacher’s experience, Workload, Saugor, Madhya Pradesh.

A Comparative Study of Cashless Transaction Perception Among Generation X and Y in Sagar City of Madhya Pradesh

A Comparative Study of Cashless Transaction Perception Among Generation X and Y in Sagar City of Madhya Pradesh

Introducing double fortified salt in social safety net programmes in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat in India: Success factors, challengesand lessons learned.

Double fortified salt (DFS; with iron and iodine) was introduced in social safety net programmes (SSNPs) in Madhya Pradesh (MP) and Gujarat states in 2018. Nutrition International (NI) provided critical support for the intervention. An impact evaluation in MP found high DFS uptake, exceeding 90%. Conduct a process evaluation of the DFS programmes in MP and Gujarat states to identify success factors, challenges, and recommend considerations for scale-up. Twenty-eight qualitative interviews were conducted with NI staff, national and state level government officials, and DFS producers in 2022. Enablingenvironmental factors included national-level support for food fortification, consensus that anaemia was essential to address, and institutional trust in NI for technical assistance. In programme implementation, the primary challenges were reports of black specks in DFS and the darkening of food cooked with DFS. NI supported the government in improving handling practices, ensuring a regular and stable supply, introducing quality monitoring effortsand launching targeted behaviour change communication (BCC) campaigns regarding the value of DFS. Long-term implementation of the programmes is a weak point, as DFS production is more expensive than iodised salt, there is no existing market outside of institutional demand, and BCC must be long-term, high-quality, and requires resourcing for continued high uptake among SSNP beneficiaries. Strong government buy-in and technical support along the supply chain to address quality issues and beneficiary acceptance were key factors for the successful introduction of DFS. Comparative studies of DFS programmes should be conducted to improve confidence in the success factors that lead to high DFS uptake.

Influence of Fertilizers and Bioinoculants on Growth Parameters of Guava (Psidium guajava L.) cv. L-49

The experiment was conducted to study the influence of fertilizers and bioinoculants on growth characteristics of guava cv. L-49 at Fruit Research Station Imaliya, Jawaharlal Nehru Agriculture University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, during 2022-23 and 2023-24 on twelve-year-old guava trees planted at 3.0 m x 3.0 m spacing. The experiment was carried out in factorial RBD with three replications. The data revealed that different levels of nutrients and bioinoculants alone and in combinations significantly influenced the growth parameter. The maximum increase in plant height (12.16%) & (12.46%), canopy spread E-W (14.15%) & (14.45%), canopy spread N-S (14.33%) & (14.72%) and stem girth (11.19%) & (10.07%) were recorded in N2 (100%RDF), during both years of experimentation respectively. With respect of bioinoculants, the maximum plant height (11.48%) & (11.71%), canopy spread E-W (13.24%) & (13.61%), canopy spread N-S (14.05%) & (14.44%) and stem girth (9.72%) & (8.85%) were observed in B5 (Bactobooster 200 ml), during both years respectively. Among the treatment combinations, T10 (100% RDF + Bactobooster200ml) was found superior with respect of the maximum increase in plant height (12.86%) & (13.09%), in canopy spread E-W (15.77%) & (16.11%), canopy spread N-S (16.16%) & (16.66%) and in stem girth (12.54%) & (11.01%) during both the years of experimentation respectively followed by T15 (75% RDF + Bactobooster 200 ml) and minimum was recorded in control.

Prof. Sri Niwas Singh Delivers a Distinguished Lecture at the IEEE IES Madhya Pradesh Chapter [Society News]

Prof. Sri Niwas Singh Delivers a Distinguished Lecture at the IEEE IES Madhya Pradesh Chapter [Society News]

EMPOWERING WOMEN THROUGH AIRWAVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF WOMEN-CENTRIC PROGRAMMING ON ALL INDIA RADIO AND MY FM 94.3

Radio, which is called the medium of sound, is actually working like a magic into listeners ears the reason is voice, presentation, language, tone of the artists and its content. Radio is the most important program content that engages the audience and has always been working to create awareness and educate the society. There has been an old relationship between radio and women. Radio has been broadcasting programs for women for many years, but with time there have been many changes in the program content, through which we have tried to know what kind of content the radio channels are now broadcasting for women. Are they relevant to women empowerment? or their main objective just to entertain? For the study, we have selected a private radio channel (94.3 MY FM) and a public radio channel (All India Radio). To know about women empowerment content, we have included women centric programs of both the channels for the study. The study area is city of lakes Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh). This is the one-week radio shows study in which researcher has recorded one-week women-based radio shows on mobile phone. We have analyzed the study content very deeply. The researcher also tried to know how much time slot they are giving for women centric shows. As well as to know what the difference between the two is, for which we have used a comparative study methodology to get better results.

Assessment of seasonal variations in water quality in the vicinity of Hathaikheda Reservoir, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Assessment of seasonal variations in water quality in the vicinity of Hathaikheda Reservoir, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Forecasting the future of Fall armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in India using ecological niche model.

The Fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda is the most notorious invasive pest species on maize, recently reported in India. The continuous spread of Fall armyworms to new ecological niches raises global concern. The current study is the first in India to forecast the suitability of a habitat for S. frugiperda using a maximum entropy algorithm. Predictions were made based on an analysis of the relationship between 109 occurrence records of S. frugiperda and pertinent historical, current, and predicted climatic data for the study area. The model indicated that S. frugiperda could thrive in different habitats under the current environmental circumstances, particularly in the west and south Indian states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. The model predicted that areas with higher latitudes, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, and some portions of Telangana, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh, as well as some tracts of northeastern states like Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, would have highly climate-suitable conditions for S. frugiperda to occur in the future. The average AUC value was 0.852, which indicates excellent accuracy of the prediction. A Jackknife test of variables indicated that isothermality with the highest gain value was determining the potential geographic distribution of S. frugiperda. Our results will be useful for serving as an early warning tool to guide decision-making and prevent further spread toward new areas in India.

AICTSL: Sustainable Capacity Planning by Cash Flow Management

The case study introduces Atal Indore City Transport Services Limited (AICTSL), a public transport management body in Indore, at a crucial juncture pertaining to fleet capacity management. Located in the central state of Madhya Pradesh in India, Indore has been a popular destination for industrial activity. Amid a cash crunch, increasing travel demands, the need for route expansion and myriad socio-economic factors, Rahul Shrouti, the senior operations manager, has to make a strategic decision to increase the number of buses. The dilemma faced by Shrouti is formed by the investments required, time period to recover the investment, operating expenses and the variability of the associated costs. Hence, the case highlights a context of capacity expansion, which calls for efficient change management. Besides, macro factors, concepts such as the time value of money, payback period, internal rate of return and linear regression have been brought about explicitly. The case study will drive multi-faceted classroom discussion through MS Excel-based number crunching. The case study will help the practitioners in making decisions for capacity planning and support change management.

Price Analysis of Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia) in Regional Markets of Central India: Katni and Dhamtari

Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia) is a leguminous herb widely used in traditional medicine. Native to China and South Africa, it is prevalent in Indian semi-arid regions. The plant, cultivated in sub-tropical climates, yields seeds used for skin ailments. The study explores the wholesale market trends of Bakuchi in two regional markets Katni in Madhya Pradesh and Dhamtari in Chhattisgarh. Primary data from Market Information Service quarterly surveys and trader interviews were undertaken. The study reveals regional price variations. Statistical tools like linear regression, coefficient of variation, and annual changes delineate price movements and market-specific variations in Bakuchi prices. In 2010-2014, Katni averaged Rs. 3112/qtl (CV: 37.15%), and Dhamtari averaged Rs. 3832/qtl (CV: 27.35%). In 2015-2021, prices rose to Rs. 4830/qtl in Katni (CV: 23.87%) and Rs. 5246/qtl in Dhamtari (CV: 18.86%), with reduced variability. Katni experienced fluctuating prices, hitting a peak of Rs. 7250/qtl in 2021, while Dhamtari showed a consistent upward trend reaching Rs. 7160/qtl. Both regions experienced significant annual price fluctuations. This analysis serves valuable to assist stakeholders, traders and policy makers in understanding the economics, pricing patterns and market behaviour of Bakuchi trading.

Real disclosure of contemporary politics - "Vikramacharit Aakhyan"

Prof. born in Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh. Radhavallabh Tripathi is the outgoing Chancellor of the Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan (New Delhi). The works written by him include Adi Kavi Valmiki: (1976), Lokdharmi Tradition of Sanskrit Poetry (1976, 1999), Poetics and Poetry (1987), Lectures on Drama (1992), Drama and World Theatre (1988), Drama Encyclopedia (Chaturshu Khandeshu, 1999), etc., critical and poetic works. The text is important. In the field of literature, his major works are Rotikalahari (poetry), Abhinavasuk Saptati (collection of stories), Prekshanam Saptakam (street plays), Karuna (short novels), Anyachya (novel), Vikramcharitam (narratives). Due to your vast work of excellence, you have been honoured with many famous awards. Your composition 'Vikramcharitam' is a narrative divided into nine chapters, which, though written in mythological style, is a depiction of the political issues of the modern era through its subject matter. And it appears to express social problems.

Multiproxy studies on the spatially distinct surface samples to reconstruct palaeoecology and palaeoclimate from the Core Monsoon Zone of India

Palaeoclimatic reconstructions necessitate an understanding of the various biotic and abiotic responses to develop a modern analogue. The interpretation and calibration of the modern data allow us to check the lead-lag effect in different proxy parameters, which could be applied for robust palaeoclimatic reconstructions. We, in the present study, analysed pollen and diatom (biotic proxies), as well as grain size, magnetic susceptibility and geochemistry (abiotic components) of the modern soil samples, collected from the states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, the Core of the Monsoon Zone (CMZ) in central India. The weathered materials of the Palaeocene Cretaceous extrusive rocks and sedimentary rocks of the Late Triassic to the Upper Carboniferous are underlying the soil cover in these areas, respectively. The study revealed that the overall pollen and diatom preservation is comparatively good in the areas where the Palaeocene Cretaceous extrusive rocks are found except for the areas of human settlements, whereas the preservation of pollen and diatom was comparatively poor in areas where sedimentary rocks of the Late Triassic to Upper Carboniferous are found. The most plausible reason for this difference is the availability of nutrients which are supplied more abundantly by the easily weatherable Deccan basalt rocks compared to their sedimentary counterparts. The present study will serve as baseline information about biotic-abiotic interactions operating in the central Indian Core Monsoon Zone (CMZ). Since the intensity and duration of the rainfall in the CMZ are largely governed by the annual Indian summer monsoon rainfall (AISMR), therefore, the present study could help trace the weak or intense monsoon periods (break and active spells, respectively) of the past hundreds to thousands of years by studying the sediment profiles/cores.

Spatiotemporal assessment of vulnerability of the agriculture sector to climate change in Madhya Pradesh, India

Spatiotemporal assessment of vulnerability of the agriculture sector to climate change in Madhya Pradesh, India

Bambusa balcooa bamboo-reinforced concrete beams: experimental and FEM investigation for energy-efficient pavement construction.

This study explores the viability of using Bambusa bambos, sourced from Madhya Pradesh, India, as a reinforcement material in continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) construction, aiming to assess its potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional steel reinforcement. The research encompasses a comprehensive evaluation of physical and mechanical properties, including tensile, compressive, and bending strengths, and a detailed microstructural analysis using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) of Bambusa bambos. The study involved finite element analyses that modeled bamboo-reinforced concrete (BRC) beams, exploring the impact of horizontal and vertical placements of bamboo strips on flexural behavior under bending loads. The analysis aided in observing compressive and tensile stresses generated in concrete and bamboo, with specific FEA results indicating that beams with vertically aligned bamboo strips in both the compression (compressive stress of 16.90MPa for beam B1) and tension zones (tensile stress of 7.22MPa for beam B1) withstand flexural stresses effectively. Additionally, the multi-criteria decision-making approach using the TOPSIS method to rank different beam designs. Key findings obtained from FEA indicate that the vertical alignment of bamboo strips in both the compression and tension zones of the beams is optimally effective in handling flexural stresses.

Diversity and Abundance of Butterfly Species Complex in Two Diverse Habitats of Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, India

Butterflies are important bio-indicators that should be protected to conserve the biodiversity and environment. They play an important role in the food chain and are valuable pollinators in the local environment. The present study investigated and compared the butterfly abundance and diversity within two different habitats (i) Undisturbed and (ii) Disturbed, in Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya Campus, Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh. A total of 24 butterfly species were recorded during the study from June 2022 to July 2023 using transects with the aid of sweep nets. An overall total of 2537 butterflies were recorded, which spread across 05 families 17 genera and 23 species. The most abundant family of butterflies caught in undisturbed ecosystems was Pieridae 38% followed by Nymphalidae 27%, Lycaenidae 14%, Papilionidae and Hesperiidae 7%. In disturbed ecosystems butterflies were distributed as Pieridae being dominated with 52% followed by Lycaenidae at 22%, Nymphalidae at 16%, Hesperiidae at 7% and Papilionidae at 3%. The undisturbed habitat was more diversified (H’-1.59) in butterfly diversity than the disturbed habitat (H’- 1.20).

Entrepreneurial Behaviour of Sugarcane Growers in Shahpura Block of Jabalpur District, Madhya Pradesh, India

The aim of the research, which took place in the Shahpura block in the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh in the period 2015–16 was to examine the entrepreneurial practices of sugarcane farmers. 120 farmers who were chosen using proportionate random sampling from ten villages in the Shahpura block of the Jabalpur district were interviewed in order to get the data. According to the survey, a greater proportion of sugarcane growers (60.84%) exhibited medium levels of entrepreneurial behavior. Only age was found to have a non-significant relationship with the entrepreneurial behavior of sugarcane growers, while the other independent variables—education, size of land holding, area under sugarcane crop, material possession, social participation, annual income, information source utilization, extension contact, economic motivation, and scientific orientation—had positive and significant relationships with the entrepreneurial behavior of the growers.

Association of Child Growth Failure Indicators With Household Sanitation Practices in India (1998-2021): Spatiotemporal Observational Study.

Undernutrition among children younger than 5 years is a subtle indicator of a country's health and economic status. Despite substantial macroeconomic progress in India, undernutrition remains a significant burden with geographical variations, compounded by poor access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services. This study aimed to explore the spatial trends of child growth failure (CGF) indicators and their association with household sanitation practices in India. We used data from the Indian Demographic and Health Surveys spanning 1998-2021. District-level CGF indicators (stunting, wasting, and underweight) were cross-referenced with sanitation and sociodemographic characteristics. Global Moran I and Local Indicator of Spatial Association were used to detect spatial clustering of the indicators. Spatial regression models were used to evaluate the significant determinants of CGF indicators. Our study showed a decreasing trend in stunting (44.9%-38.4%) and underweight (46.7%-35.7%) but an increasing prevalence of wasting (15.7%-21.0%) over 15 years. The positive values of Moran I between 1998 and 2021 indicate the presence of spatial autocorrelation. Geographic clustering was consistently observed in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Gujarat. Improved sanitation facilities, a higher wealth index, and advanced maternal education status showed a significant association in reducing stunting. Relative risk maps identified hotspots of CGF health outcomes, which could be targeted for future interventions. Despite numerous policies and programs, malnutrition remains a concern. Its multifaceted causes demand coordinated and sustained interventions that go above and beyond the usual. Identifying hotspot locations will aid in developing control methods for achieving objectives in target areas.

Evaluation of Soil Health Card Scheme on Productivity & Income Generation of Wheat in Kymore Plateau Region

An attempt has been made to analyze the impact of Soil Health Card Scheme (SHC) on productivity, fertilizer consumption, and farmers’ income in Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh. The data were gathered from 66 SHC holders, and the impact of SHC was assessed based on the farmers’ use of SHC. It was observed from the study that the majority of farmers have a positive opinion regarding SHCs. They were found to have reduced the use of urea, DAP and MOP and increased the SSP, and organic manure in cultivation of wheat after adoption of the SHC recommendations. Due to Soil Test Value (STV) based nutrient application net income increased by 9.38 per cent after adoption of SHC. The benefit-cost ratio revealed that for an investment of ₹ 1.00, an average SHC holder received a return of ₹ 1.98 in wheat cultivation. The SHC Scheme is highly beneficial to the farmers in terms of increasing crop production and farmer’s income. However, there is a need to generate awareness about the benefits of this Scheme in terms of cost saving through STV based nutrient application among the farmers and strengthen soil testing services / laboratories for a wider adoption of SHC recommendations.