Ranga Reddy District Research Articles

“An Analysis of Rangareddy District Central Co-operative Bank's Financial Performance”

Cooperative banks offer loans and other services to farmers and rural populations in a timely manner. However, the bank's operating efficiency and financial stability will be impacted by any loan repayment default. Funds are halted as a result of NPA, which lowers interest income and results in a cash shortage. Operating bank services, such as processing regular payments and dues, is undoubtedly made more difficult by this. Cooperative banks are currently under a lot of stress, which is resulting in decreased working profits as well as a decline in productivity and efficiency. It is a known truth that NPAs are rising and recoveries are poor. The paper's goal is to evaluate Rangareddy DCCB's claim of 0% Net NPA. As a result, a number of bank financial metrics are examined in the study. According to the current study paper's conclusion, farmers were able to obtain sufficient funding for crop cultivation thanks to the ongoing process of monitoring loan issuance and recovery efforts, which demonstrated a profitability in association with loan and non-performing asset provision.

A study on farmers’ awareness and intent to use drones for various agricultural operations in Rangareddy district of Telangana

A study on farmers’ awareness and intent to use drones for various agricultural operations in Rangareddy district of Telangana

Assessment of the spatial distribution and identification of potential risk areas for the sterility mosaic disease of pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan L. Huth) in Southern India

Sterility mosaic disease (SMD) is an emerging biotic risk to the cultivation of pigeonpea throughout the Indian subcontinent. The prevalence and distribution of SMD documented from diverse agro-climatic zones are still poorly known. In this investigation, we determined the spatial distribution of SMD covering major pigeonpea-growing states of Southern India namely, Karnataka, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh by considering 2 years of exploratory survey data. Geospatial approaches were employed to determine the SMD incidence levels at unvisited locations using neighboring observations. The results indicated enormous variability in disease incidence ranging from 0 to 82.64% and 0 to 36.84%, respectively, in Kharif 2021–22 and 2022–23 in pigeonpea-growing states. Spatial autocorrelation analysis and Ripley’s K function established the presence of average clustering over sampling locations. Two main clusters were identified via agglomerative hierarchical cluster analysis. From the Local Moran’s I spatial autocorrelation (LISA) analysis, most of the districts were clustered together at (I<0). From the p-values, Bidar and Krishnagiri districts recorded the highest spatial dependence, while the remaining districts recorded medium spatial dependence (p < 0.05). Based on kriging, the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, Medak and Ranga Reddy districts of Telangana, Bijapur district of Karnataka, and Latur district in Maharashtra states were found to be vulnerable to SMD occurrence in the future. The Matern and Spherical models were shown to be the best of the several semivariogram experimental models tested for spatial patterns of SMD incidence, from which OK and IK maps were created. Based on the interpolation results, the potential SMD hotspots/risk areas were most prominent in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu states. These identified hotspots for SMD revealed high levels of disease probability rates (>25%) above the threshold level and must be closely monitored to restrict and minimize further disease spread across the studied areas in Southern India. In pigeonpea, this is the first study in India that attempted to understand the spatial pattern of SMD using geostatistical methodologies. The results of the study will aid in the design and dissemination of specific management practices and curb the further spread of SMD.

Assessment of Insecticide Resistance in Spodoptera litura (Fabricius) in Vegetable Crop Ecosystem

One of the most prevalent insect pests is the tobacco caterpillar or Spodoptera litura (Fabricius), which results in significant crop losses developed resistance against different insecticides over time. This laboratory experiment was carried out in the Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU), Hyderabad during Karif, 2022. The susceptible population was reared in laboratory continuously for ten generation without exposing it to insecticides. The susceptibility of field populations of S. litura that were collected from many vegetable crops in the intense vegetable crop cultivating mandals i.e., Chevella and Maheshwaram of Rangareddy district to commonly used insecticides viz., chlorantraniliprole, emamectin benzoate and flubendamide was then compared with a laboratory reared susceptible population The bioassay studies revealed that the LC50 values of these insecticides were significantly higher in the field population collected from Chevella and Maheshwaram compared to the susceptible laboratory population. Based on the LC50 values the Resistant ratio (RR) was calculated for the field populations. It was found that Chevella population developed 35.34 folds resistance and Maheshwaram population also developed nearly 34.90-fold resistance against emamectin benzoate. Both Chevella and Maheshwaram populations were found to develop moderate resistance of 28.23 and 27.35-fold against flubendamide and comparatively lower resistance of 21.05 and 23.44-fold resistance against chlorantraniliprole when compared to susceptible population. These findings further helps in developing better IRM strategies.

Exploring Indigenous Entomopathogenic Fungi: Ecological Significance and Potential Applications in Rangareddy District, Telangana, India

Exploring Indigenous Entomopathogenic Fungi: Ecological Significance and Potential Applications in Rangareddy District, Telangana, India

Study on Physico-Chemical properties and their impact on water body in Kamuni Lake, Shamshabad, Rangareddy District, Telangana

Kamuni Lake, situated in Shamshabad, Rangareddy, is among the largest lakes in the region, surrounded by numerous small-scale industries and urban settlements. The lake is significantly affected by the disposal of garbage from nearby communities and industrial waste, which has a detrimental impact on its natural ecosystem. Over a one-year period from 2022 to 2023, a comprehensive study was conducted to assess the water quality of Kamuni Lake. Monthly water samples were collected and analyzed for various physical and chemical characteristics, with seasonal variations documented across three distinct seasons. The results were compared against standard values to evaluate pollution levels at different stations. The analysis revealed substantial changes in various physico-chemical parameters across all three seasons, primarily attributed to wastewater discharge and human activities. Station V, located near the waste discharge area of the urban settlement, exhibited higher values of several physico-chemical parameters compared to standard values. The current conditions suggest that Kamuni Lake risks losing its biological activity if pollution continues unabated.

A Study on Farmers Investment Habit in Antharam Ranga Reddy District

This research investigates the investment habits of farmers in Antharam, Ranga Reddy District, shedding light on the economic decisions that shape agricultural practices in the region. Agriculture, being a pivotal sector in the district, is influenced by various factors, and understanding the investment behavior of farmers is crucial for sustainable rural development. The study employs a comprehensive research design that combines surveys, interviews, and on-site observations to capture the nuances of farmers' investment preferences, risk perceptions, and decision-making processes.

A Study on Awareness and Attitude of Organ Donation among Rural Adult Population in Ranga Reddy District, Telangana

A Study on Awareness and Attitude of Organ Donation among Rural Adult Population in Ranga Reddy District, Telangana

Study of Milk Cost Production in Buffaloes of Telangana State

Background: Telangana state stands 13th position in milk production with 5.61 MT of milk production during 2019-20 as compared to 4.2 MT in 2014-15. The profitability of dairy enterprise is determined by sale price of milk and of late there is lot of uproar from farming community on lack of proper support price for milk. So having adequate data on cost of milk production in different sized farms in buffaloes will enable policy makers to arrive at a minimum support price for milk, so that the farmer will not be put to loss. Methods: An investigation was carried out to study the cost of milk production in buffaloes of dairy farmers in Karimnagar, Khammam and Rangareddy districts of Telangana. The data was collected from 240 farmers spread over 24 villages in 6 mandals in the selected districts. The 240 respondents were interviewed as per the questionnaire. Result: Average milk production per day per animal, sale price of milk per kg per animal per day was 8.63 lit, Rs.35.42 respectively. Cost of milk production in large, medium and small herd size was found to be Rs.26.32, Rs.26.68, Rs.27.08, respectively. Average cost of milk production per animal per day was found to be Rs.26.49. The average net income from cow was Rs.77.03. The average profit/litre of milk was calculated as Rs.8.92/lit. The average benefit-cost ratio was found to be 1.33.

Influence of smartphone addiction on sleep and mental wellbeing among dental students

BackgroundIn terms of connectivity and at hand accessibility to the ocean of information, smartphones could be considered a boon to the students. Yet, due their lucrative benefits, addictive behaviour is surfacing, hampering the sleep quality and mental wellbeing among individuals. AimTo assess the influence of smartphone addiction on sleep and mental wellbeing among undergraduate dental students of Hyderabad and Ranga Reddy districts. MethodsA cross sectional study was conducted to assess the smartphone addiction (SAS-SV), sleep quality (PSQI) and mental wellbeing (WHO-5 Well Being Index), among 427 undergraduate dental students. Mean values and frequency distributions were used to assess the addiction levels, sleep quality and wellbeing. Multiple regression analysis was performed to assess the influence of independent SAS-SV components and smartphone related variables on sleep and mental wellbeing. ResultsSmartphone addiction was seen among 42.60 % (n = 190) of students. Majority of the smartphone addicts used the phone during the night and approximately for 6–8 hs/day. Also, smartphone addicts reported poorer sleep quality (8.16 ± 3.74; p = 0.00) and wellbeing (12.46 ± 4.94; p = 0.00). The components of SAS-SV ‘Daily life disturbance’ influenced PSQI (p = 0.000) and WHO-5 WBI scores (p = 0.009), whereas, ‘Withdrawal’ and ‘Tolerance’ had influenced the PSQI scores (p = 0.000; p = 0.00) alone. Smartphone related variables had no influence on sleep quality and wellbeing (p > 0.01) ConclusionFindings of the study showed that 42 % of the students were addicted to smartphone. Smartphone addiction demonstrated a positive correlation with poor sleep quality and negative correlation with mental wellbeing among this sample.

Mitigation of pesticide residue levels in the exposed dermal regions of occupationally exposed farmworkers by use of personal protective equipment.

Unsafe pesticide handling practices with the limited use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by the Indian farming groups lead to an increased risk of exposure to pesticides. Therefore, a community-based follow-up study based on dosimeters, wipes, and hand-wash technique was carried out to evaluate the dermal exposure to pesticides and to analyze the impact of the usage of PPE on minimizing the exposure among the farmworkers of Rangareddy district, Telangana, India. Risk in terms of hazard quotient (HQ), hazard index (HI), and safety analysis as margins of safety was assessed. Farmworkers averaged 18 years of farming experience and showed resistance to adopting good agricultural practices. Ten pesticide residues were detected in concentrations ranging from 0.000 to 246 mg ml-1 in hand-wash, 0.000 to 198.33 ng cm-2 in patch dosimeter, and 0.000 to 1,740 ng cm-2 in wipe samples collected from farmworkers not using PPE. The second phase includes the intervention study results that revealed a significant reduction both in the concentrations and the number of pesticide residues detected in the hand-wash, patch, and wipe samples of the farmworkers who have used the PPE provided to them (p < 0.01). Furthermore, the probabilistic health risk assessment in terms of the HQ values ranged from 0.02 to 1029.82, and HI was >1, suggesting the non-carcinogenic risks associated with dermal exposure to pesticides among them. Additionally, the safety risk assessment in terms of the margin of safety suggests that they follow risky handling practices. The study confirms that farmworkers are exposed to pesticides and emphasizes the significance of using PPE in reducing the risk.

Assessment of Macro-nutrients of Cultivated Soils in Rangareddy District of Telangana, India

In the present study a comprehensive field survey was undertaken to evaluate the levels of soil macro nutrients in the arable lands of Rangareddy district, situated in the Southern Telangana region. A total of 179 surface soil samples (0–15 cm depth) were collected from the cultivable soils in parts of Rangareddy district, considering topography and soil types. This collection was accomplished using a stratified random sampling approach, conducted after the kharif season and prior to the commencement of the rabi season. The collected soil samples were analysed for soil Available Nitrogen (Avl. N) (Kg ha-1), Available Phosphorus (Avl. P) (Kg ha-1) and Available Potassium (Avl. K) (Kg ha-1) using standard protocols. The prevalent soil types in the study area predominantly consist of clay, clayey loam, and gravelly clay. The concentrations of Avl. N, Avl. P, and Avl. K exhibited a range of 13.86 to 501.73 Kg ha-1, 1.13 to 127.58 Kg ha-1, and 69.88 to 896.0 Kg ha-1, respectively. The outcomes pertaining to different crop varieties indicated that the highest content of Avl. N was observed in plantation crops, while the maximum Avl. P and Avl. K were recorded in agricultural soils. Conversely, the least Avl. N was noted in agricultural crop types, and the lowest Avl. P and Avl. K were registered in plantation crop types. Regarding soil categorizations, clay soils demonstrated the highest levels of Avl. NPK, whereas gravelly soils exhibited the lowest Avl. N content, and clayey loam soils displayed the lowest levels of Avl. P and Avl. K.

Study of Chemical Parameters of Himayat Sagar Lake at Rangareddy District

Abstract: Water is a single major element responsible for sustaining life on Earth. In India, water is sourced from fourteen main stream basins and countless minor basins. Furthermore, it is important to raise awareness among the public about the importance of conserving water. Chemical pollutants have been wreaking havoc on our planet's waterways, and it's time we take a stand.Take Hyderabad, for example. This city is known as the 'Limnological capital of India', and for good reason. It's home to a plethora of major and minor water bodies, many ofwhich are used as drinking water sources The study of water quality at Himayathsagar is a necessity due to its close proximity to Hyderabad city, which is growing rapidly in terms of urbanization and industrialization. In order to ensure that this important drinking water source remains safe and clean, a study of the chemical parameters of the Himayat Sagar lake in Rangareddy District was conducted. Water samples were collected and analyzed for a variety of chemical properties, such as pH, carbonates, and bicarbonates. These parameters are essential to determine the water quality and to plan forthe future management of clean water resources. The study of water quality at Himayathsagar is an important step in ensuring that this vital drinking water source remains safe and clean forgenerations to come. With the ever-growing urbanization and industrialization of Hyderabad city, it is essential that we take all necessary steps to ensure that the water quality of Himayathsagar remains at its highest level.

Role of EDPs in Harnessing Local Resources—with Special Reference to Hyderabad and Rangareddy Districts

This study focuses on the programmes conducted for entrepreneurial development towards sustainability and value creation from the locally available resources, which in turn contribute to the performance of SMEs. Various programmes, such as employment generation activities and entrepreneurial development efforts, are conducted by the government and NGOs to uplift the economic status of individuals. The key opportunities and solutions for harnessing natural resources under sustainable entrepreneurship development programmes conducted by institutions based in Hyderabad and Rangareddy districts have been discussed. Secondary data collected has been adequately presented with the help of tables and graphs as and where applicable.

Livelihood Security and its Determinants Among Farmers During COVID-19 Pandemic in Telangana, India

With COVID-19 outbreak globally several studies on livelihoods and food systems are conducted in consistent manner. India being an agrarian economy, the impact of pandemic on agricultural sector and farmers needs a great focus. The present exploratory study on Livelihood Security (LS) was carried out in Telangana, India among Suryapet and Rangareddy districts purposively with 160 respondents selected through multistage random sampling during 2021. Livelihood Security Index was used with 7 sub-indicators and it depicted that only one sub-indicator i.e., economic security contributing less than 50% to LS and majority of the respondents have moderate level of livelihood security (42.5%) with overall mean value of 0.628. The determinants of LS were identifi ed through Multivariate regression analysis model and found 14 predictors were fi tted in model responsible for 62.8% variance in the dependent variable (LS). The regression model revealed that Family size, educational years, Livestock holding, Social Participation, annual family income, mass media exposure, and Risk orientation were most aided predictor variables in the improvement of livelihood security during COVID-19 with educational years having greater β-value. R2 standardized linear graph was plotted against the LS and the signifi cant predictor value demonstrating the distribution of respondents over graph according to their livelihood security with R2 linear value 0.606. Thus, during COVID-19 more livelihood options for diversifi cation of income can aid in increase of LS. The present study concluded by suggesting policy implications to ensure livelihood security among farming communities during pandemic.

The impact of the use of personal-protective-equipment on the minimization of effects of exposure to pesticides among farm-workers in India.

Although excessive use of pesticides and unsafe agricultural practices may contribute to numerous intoxications, the role of PPE (personal-protective-equipment) in the minimization of toxicological effects due to pesticide exposure has not been addressed so far. The present study aimed to assess the impact of the use of PPE on the minimization of effects of exposure to pesticides among farm-workers. A community-based follow-up study with questionnaire-based survey and field observations was undertaken among farm-workers (n = 180) of Rangareddy district, Telangana, India. Biomarkers of exposure such as cholinesterase activity, inflammatory markers (TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, cortisol, and hs-C reactive protein), nutrients (vitamins A, E), liver function (total protein and A/G ratio, AST and ALT levels) were investigated in the laboratory by following the standard protocols. Farm-workers who had a mean farming exposure of 18 years of and who neither followed safe pesticide handling practices nor used PPE and also showed reluctance to obey good agricultural practices (GAPs). Inhibition of AChE (acetylcholine esterase) with increased inflammation was found among farm-workers as compared to their respective normal values when they have not used PPE. Linear regression statistical analysis revealed a profound effect on inhibition in the AChE activity and various inflammatory markers with the increase in the duration of pesticide exposure. Further, there was no effect of the duration of pesticide exposure on the levels of vitamins A, E, ALT, AST, total protein, and A/G ratio. Further, intervention studies carried out on the use of PPE provided (commercially available and cost-effective) for 90 days showed a significant reduction in the biomarker levels (p < 0.01). This study demonstrated the importance of the use of PPE during pesticide applications and other agricultural tasks to minimize pesticide-associated adverse health effects.

Adoption Pattern and Perception Levels of Farmers towards Micro Irrigation in Ranga Reddy District of Telangana

Adoption Pattern and Perception Levels of Farmers towards Micro Irrigation in Ranga Reddy District of Telangana

Deciphering the influence of soil and feed on the nutritional status of ruminants in rainfed areas using metagenomic analysis

The soil–plant-animal continuum is an emerging domain in biological research and hence, to ascertain this aspect, the present study was conducted in three agro-ecologically different areas in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, India. The goal of this work was to explore the impact of feed type and geographical conditions on the growth dynamics of sheep feed with three different diets – sorghum stover (Vizag district), groundnut halums (Krishna district) and red gram chunni (Ranga Reddy district). Animals were fed these diets at night daily for 90 days after their routine daytime grazing. The study regions varied in altitude, annual rainfall and mean temperature. Soil analysis was performed in these regions to check for pH, mineral content, organic carbon and bacterial composition. Growth dynamics (average daily gain of 41.56–77.11 g per day) and feed conversion ratios (6.26–10.93) differed markedly (p < 0.05) among animals in the three regions. Metagenomics sampling of sheep ruminal fluid from sheep reared in the three distinct regions (and separate feed types) was carried out by sequencing 16S rRNA V3-V4 regions. Comparison of alpha diversity and operational taxonomic unit (OTU) richness showed remarkable variations in the Chao1, ACE, Shannon and Simpson indices. The results of this work reveal the relationship between feed type, geographical location and ruminal microflora composition. The presence of numerous genera and species differences were discovered in the three samples, and the presence of several methanogens was confirmed. In conclusion methane emissions from cattle and sheep may be mitigated by altering the feed type, which directly influences the ruminal and gut microflora composition. Further research is recommended in order to determine the optimal relationship between soil and feed and their impact on the nutritional status of ruminants in rainfed areas, taking into account various farming and agroclimatic conditions.

Influence of Agro-climatic Factors on the Prevalence of Ixodid Ticks on Cattle in Telangana State, India

Background: Ticks and tick borne diseases (TTBD) of cattle pose serious threats to the growth of dairy industry and cause a significant reduction in production. Impact of tick borne diseases on poor farming communities has been ranked very high. Considering the economic impact of tick infestation on livestock, the present epidemiological survey was undertaken. Methods: A total of 8872 cattle were examined from three different agro-climatic zones viz. central (Khammam, Warangal), north (Nizamabad, Karimnagar), south (Mahaboobnagar, Rangareddy) to know the influence of Agro-climatic factors and season on the prevalence of Ixodid ticks on cattle in Telangana State, India from March 2019 to February 2020. Result: An overall prevalence of 63.4% tick infestation was recorded in Telangana state out of which 78.05%, 71.3% and 51.9% of tick infestation was found in central, north and southern agro-climatic zones of Telangana, respectively. Among the six districts under study, highest prevalence was recorded in Khammam (79.7%) followed by Warangal (76.2%), Nizamabad (73.7%), Karimnagar (69.4%), Mahaboobnagar (55.8%) and Rangareddy (47.5%) districts. Seasonal influence showed significantly (P£0.05) highest tick infestation in rainy season (71.9%), followed by summer (66.1%) and lowest in winter season (52.2%). The results of present investigation aid in planning yearlong tick controlling measures on cattle in Telangana state, India.

Knowledge, attitude, and practicing behavior regarding personal use of antibiotics and awareness of antimicrobial resistance in urban and semi-urban population living around tertiary care hospital

Background: Irrational use of antibiotics and wrong practicing behavior leads to the problem of antimicrobial resistance. This can be confronted by spreading awareness with the assistance of doctors in a community. Aims and Objectives: The purpose of our study is to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practicing behavior regarding personal use of antibiotics and awareness of antimicrobial resistance in urban and semi-urban population. Materials and Methods: This is a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study, conducted in July–September 2022 at Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad. Participants were divided into (1) urban coming from Greater Hyderabad municipal corporation limits and (2) semi-urban coming from Rangareddy district. Institutional ethical committee approval was obtained before the study. After obtaining consent from 130 participants, regional and English language questionnaires were distributed, data were collected and analyzed. Results: The study showed a majority (61.5%) in 18–40 years age group with female predominance (63.8%). Most of them had formal education (73%) with a middle-class background (39.2%). The actual knowledge of participants seems to be accurate (96.9%) about antibiotics. Most of the participants reported inappropriate antibiotic use such as disposal (63.1%), skipped doses (61.5%), without medical advice (62.3%), increased dose duration (60.8%), and decreased dose duration (64.6%) drug intake as per their understanding. Cold and flu (45.4%) were an indication for an antibiotic prescription. According to majority, hospital hygiene (51.5%) must be focused to slow down the occurrence of antimicrobial resistance. A significant difference between urban and semi-urban community members in knowledge (χ2 = 47.250, P = 0.01), attitude (χ2 = 46.357, P = 0.01), and practicing behavior (χ2 = 21.373, P = 0.02) was noticed. Conclusions: Urban showed accurate knowledge toward antimicrobial resistance. Attitude and practicing behavior of semi-urban population was noteworthy on antimicrobial resistance. Awareness regarding the rational use of antibiotics needs to be imparted by doctors. They should address about it sensibly and timely in community to avoid misuse or overuse of antibiotics.