Western Maharashtra Research Articles

Depression Among Tuberculosis Patients and its Socio-Demographic Correlates: A Cross-Sectional Study from Western Maharashtra

Abstract Introduction: Tuberculosis being a public health challenge has mental illness as a significant, hidden challenge. Tuberculosis-related perceived stigma and social support remain poorly understood in the developing world and the data on the assessment of perceived stigma and social support remain scarce. The present study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of depression in tuberculosis and its association with social support and perceived stigma. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted at the Directly Observed Treatment Short course (DOTS) center in the government medical college of Western Maharashtra. Pretested and prevalidated questionnaires were used for data collection with face-to-face interviews carried out among study participants. Results: Overall, the prevalence of depression including mild mood disturbances was 26/160 (16.25%). Among various socio-demographic correlates, we found a significant association (P = 0.001) of marital status with depression in tuberculosis. it was found that there was a significant association between perceived stigma with depression (P = 0.001). The odds of depression among participants with perceived stigma was 15.24 times more (OR = 15.24) in comparison to the odds of depression in participants with no perceived stigma. Similarly, it was found that there was a significant association between poor social support with depression (P = 0.02). The odds of depression in participants with good social support were 72% lesser (OR = 0.28) than the odds of depression among participants with poor social support. Conclusion: In conclusion, this study highlights that depression is highly prevalent among patients with tuberculosis. Depression among tuberculosis patients was significantly associated with poor social support and perceived stigma. Thus, to improve tuberculosis treatment adherence, a patient-centric approach should be considered at the programmatic level with social support and awareness generation and other measures to mitigate stigma as its key components.

Association of Anthropometric Parameters and Severity of SARS-COV-2 Infection among Hospitalized Patients in a Tertiary care Center in Western Maharashtra – an Analytical Cross-Sectional Study

Background: On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed COVID-19 as a pandemic. COVID-19 has infected more than 5.5 million people worldwide, resulting in more than 3,47,000 fatalities. Obese individuals may be more susceptible to infection with SARSCoV-2. This study was conducted to assess the association between anthropometric parameters and the severity of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
 Methodology: This analytical cross-sectional study was undertaken on COVID-19-positive patients admitted to COVID-dedicated wards at a tertiary care center in Pune. The data was collected using a convenient sampling method from 185 COVID-19-positive patients.
 Result: Among those Positive for SARS-COV-2, 128 (69.19%) patients had mild COVID-19, and 57 (30.81%) patients were having severe COVID-19 disease. 36 patients (28.13%) with mild COVID-19 disease were average weight, 48 patients (37.50%) were overweight, and 42 patients (32.81%) were obese. Three (5.26%) of the 57 patients with severe COVID-19 disease were overweight, and 54 (94.74%) were obese. 19 (10.2%) patients had previously been diagnosed with hypertension, and 22 (11.8%) patients had both hypertension and diabetes.
 Conclusion: Obesity in patients with COVID-19 was associated with severe diseases, particularly pneumonia. Patients having underlying medical illnesses like hypertension and diabetes were found to be at higher risk of severe COVID-19.

Study of Victims of Child Sexual Assault at a Tertiary Health Care Center in Western Maharashtra

Study of Victims of Child Sexual Assault at a Tertiary Health Care Center in Western Maharashtra

A Histopathological Spectrum of Granulomatous Skin Lesions in a Tertiary Health Centre in Western Maharashtra

A Histopathological Spectrum of Granulomatous Skin Lesions in a Tertiary Health Centre in Western Maharashtra

Platelet-rich fibrin therapy in the management of nonhealing trophic ulcers due to underlying leprous neuropathy.

Autologous platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) therapy is beneficial in the treatment of nonhealing ulcers. We present a case series of nonhealing, trophic ulcers with underlying leprous neuropathy, treated successfully with PRF therapy. It was a prospective study, conducted in a tertiary care hospital in the western Maharashtra, India between April 2021 and March 2022. A total of 11 patients with 18 nonhealing trophic ulcers were included in the study and consisted of 8 men and 3 women. The patient's median age was 41 years (range, 33-68), the median size of the ulcers was 4 cm2 (range: 1-12 cm2), the median duration of ulcers was 20 weeks (16-30 weeks), and time to heal after starting treatment was 4 weeks (range: 1-8 weeks). PRF is an easy-to-use, simple, safe, effective, and economical treatment for the management of trophic ulcers.

Heavy Metal Analysis of the leaf extracts of some Indian Medicinal Plants from Western Maharashtra

The investigation of heavy metals in herbal products is widely interesting in many countries over the world (China, India, Turkey, Poland, Germany, Australia etc.), where the herbal products have been used as “scientific medicines”. The heavy metal content of medicinal herb products is commonly studied from the viewpoint of toxicity and bioavailability. Heavy metals can be hazardous to human and animal health and thus their content in plants used for consumption or medicinal purposes must be limited and checked. For this reason upper limits for heavy metals have been set for foodstuffs and medicinal products by health authorities. In general, all medicinal products for human and animal use must meet regulatory guidelines for quality, safety, and efficacy. Heavy metal analysis of the extracts of leaves ofAegle marmelos (L.)Correa, Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers., Annona squamosa Linn, Moringa oleifera Lam. and other plant parts of Musa paradisiaca L. andPunicagranatum L. was undertaken. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that the extracts of the leaves and other plant parts of above mentioned medicinal plants showed no risk of heavy metal toxicity as most of the heavy metals analysed in these plant parts were well within the permissible levels, except for Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers. which showed slightly higher levels of Chromium.

Knowledge and Impression of Fenugreek Growers about Insecticide Usage in District of Western Maharashtra, India

A survey was done in the Western Maharashtra districts, Ahmednagar, Pune, and Nashik to investigate the pesticide usage pattern in fenugreek from 2019 to 2020. The total 150 fenugreek growers were chosen at random and interviewed out of that, fifty growers were from each selected district. The collected data was analysis with the help of excel to calculate per cent respondents. In accordance with the survey, the majority of fenugreek growers (52.00%) used novel insecticides, followed by conventional (39.25%) and biopesticides (8.75%). In terms of knowledge and farmer perception, 63.33% of farmers were conscious of the seriousness of insect pest problems in fenugreek, well almost 60.66% were aware of natural enemies, 66.66% were aware of the benefits of employing biopesticides, and only 28.00% of fenugreek growers were aware of the harmful effects of insecticides and failed to take any precautions to avoid harmful effects. The majority of farmers were unaware of the acceptable waiting period for harvesting fenugreek after application of insecticides.

Insecticidal Resistance in <i>Helicoverpa armigera</i> (Hubner) Infesting Chickpea

A laboratory experiment was conducted at Post Graduate Laboratory, Department of Agricultural Entomology, College of Agriculture, Latur, Maharashtra, India during 2017-18. Resistance to five test insecticides viz., chlorantraniliprole, cyantraniliprole, emamectin benzoate, indoxacarb and spinosad was investigated against H. armigera infesting chickpea from different locations of Western Maharashtra (Ahmednagar, Kolhapur, Nashik, Pune, Sangali, Satara and Solapur). Results revealed that, H. armigera infesting chickpea of Solapur recorded 7.00-fold resistance to indoxacarb 15.8% EC which was higher than other field populations H. armigera. The resistance ratios varied greatly among the populations and high resistance factor of indoxacarb 15.8% EC against all field populations of H. armigera infesting chickpea from all 7 locations revealed that development of decreased susceptibility to low level resistance against this insecticide whereas chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC, cyantraniliprole 10.26% OD, emamectin benzoate 5% SG and spinosad 45% SC found to be toxic.

Spectrum of Colorectal Adenocarcinomas: A 4 year experience in a tertiary care centre from Western Maharashtra

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women. Environmental and genetic factors play a role in the development of colorectal carcinomaThe majority of colorectal cancers are sporadic, with hereditary cancer syndrome accounting for 10% of cases. Precursor lesions like adenoma that transform into adenocarcinoma cause the majority of colorectal cancers. : A total of 72 of colorectal malignancies were studied for histopathological features. The histologic features were studied for site, grade, tumor -infiltrating lymphocytes, Crohn -like lymphocytic reaction, mucinous histology, signet ring cell histology, and medullary growth pattern.: The mean age of the patients was 59.52 ± 11.80 years with M:F 1.76:1. Light microscopy showed TILs in 16 (22.2%) patients, followed by mucinous areas in 5 (6.9%), crohn like lymphocytic reaction in 4 (5.6%) and signet ring morphology in 2 (2.8%) patients.This study concludes that colorectal carcinomas are more common in 5th and 6th decade of life with slight male preponderance. The most common malignant lesion being moderately differentiated adenocarcinomas. This study highlights age and gender prevalence, as well as histopathological characteristics of colorectal carcinomas in this demographic region .

Prospective Observational study of Etiological Spectrum of Febrile Illinessess in Pregnancy and Association with Outcomes

Background:- Fever in pregnancy is a common clinical problem worldwide. The risk to the mother and fetus is significantly increased in pregnancy complicated by infection and fever. Aim and objective:- To determine etiological spectrum of febrile illnesses in pregnancy and its association with maternal & fetal outcomes. Methodology :- Prospective observational study was conducted in the Department of obstetrics and gynecology in a tertiary care center in western Maharashtra. A total 105 pregnant women reported with fever during the study periods, out of which 37 were followed up longitudinally till delivery and were included in the study analysis. Results:- In the present study, Fever of unknown origin(32.43%), Dengue(24.32%), COVID-19 (24.32%), Urinary tract infections(16.21%) Malaria(2.7%) were the common cause of febrile illness. Out of 37 pregnant women with febrile illness, 31 (83.8%) had live births, 5 (13.5%) had intrauterine death (IUD) and there was one case of abortion. In 10 (27%) patients, there was a requirement for NICU admission. It was observed that more is the number of febrile episodes higher is the chance of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Conclusion :- High grade fever with multiple febrile episodes due to any underlying etiology in pregnancy is harmful to the fetal-maternal health.

Implication of climate change on crop water requirement in the semi-arid region of Western Maharashtra, India.

Climate change and human activities have massively impacted the hydrological cycle. Thus, it is of the greatest concern to examine the effect of climate change on water management, especially at the regional level, to understand the possible future shifts in water supply and water-related crises and support regional water management. Fortunately, there is a high degree of ambiguity in determining the effect of climate change on water requirements. In this paper, the statistical downscaling (SDSM) model is applied to simulate the potential impact of climate on crop water requirements (CWR) by downscaling ET0 in the region of Western Maharashtra, India, for the future periods, viz., the 2030s, 2050s, and 2080s, across three meteorological stations (Pune, Rahuri, and Solapur). Four crops, i.e., cotton, soybean, onion, and sugarcane, were selected during the analysis. The Penman-Monteith equation calculates reference crop evapotranspiration (ET0). Furthermore, in conjunction with the crop coefficient (Kc) equation, it calculates crop evapotranspiration (ETc)/CWR. The predictor variables were extracted from the National Centre for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) reanalysis dataset for 1961-2000 and the HadCM3 for 1961-2099 under the H3A2 and H3B2 scenarios. The results indicated by SDSM profound good applicability in downscaling due to satisfactory performance during calibration and validation for all three stations. The projected ET0 indicated an increase in mean annual ET0 compared to the present condition during the 2030s, 2050s, and 2080s. The ET0 would increase for all months (in summer, winter, and pre-monsoon seasons) and decrease from June to September (monsoon season). The estimated future CWR shows variation in the range for cotton (- 0.97 to 2.48%), soybean (- 2.09 to 1.63%), onion (0.49 to 4.62%), and sugarcane (0.05 to 2.86%). The significance of this research lies in its contribution to understanding the potential impacts of climate change at a regional level. This study provides valuable insights into the expected changes in water demand for key crops. The research also manifests implementing an identical methodology for downscaling other environmental parameters using a similar approach.

Identification and Assessment of Bauxite Mining Activity in Western Maharashtra, India

Identification and Assessment of Bauxite Mining Activity in Western Maharashtra, India

Nutritional Status of HIV-Positive Children (2–15-Year Age Group) in Western Maharashtra, India – A Cross-Sectional Study

ABSTRACT Background: Children with HIV disease require frequent growth monitoring. It also acts as proxy indicator to assess the HIV disease progression and antiretroviral therapy efficacy in children. Objective: We conducted this study to assess the Nutritional status of HIV positive children and have a valuable baseline data of HIV-positive children living in western Maharashtra. Methodology: A cross-sectional epidemiological study was carried out in Western Maharashtra, India on HIV-positive children attending the Pediatric HIV OPD of multispecialty hospital in an urban setting in a specified time period. Data was collected from 106 children by means of pretested questionnaire’s along with clinical examination and anthropometric measurements. Institutional Ethical clearance was taken, and data was collected after taking informed consent of the parent/guardian accompanying the child. Results: 48 (45.3%) were females and 58 (54.7%) were males. The mean height in all age groups is lower than their respective WHO standards except in age group 3–5 years. 64.2% showed various degree of stunting, more than a third (37.7%) being severely stunted. The prevalence of underweight among boys (84.5%) was more compared with girls (54.2%). This relation was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The prevalence of wasting among boys (60.3%) was apparently more compared with girls (47.9%) and this relation was not statistically significant (P > 0.05). Mid upper arm circumference of subjects in all age groups was lower than respective WHO standard. The prevalence of malnourishment was increasing as age of subjects was increasing across all age groups and this trend was statistically significant (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Overall prevalence of underweight was high. As age was increasing, underweight percentage was also increasing which proves that HIV/AIDS and opportunistic infection is taking it toll on growth of the children. Overall prevalence of wasting (acute malnutrition) was 54.7% and prevalence of overall stunting was 64.2%. Since the causes of malnutrition are complex and multiple, this study could highlight some of these factors. It has proved to be a valuable baseline data of the current nutritional status of HIV-positive children, and thus, dietary supplementation and nutritional education are need of the hour at all levels.

Agro Meteorological Indices Influenced by Varying Sowing Environment and Varieties of Wheat in Western Maharashtra Plain Zone

An agro-meteorological investigation was undertaken during rabi, 2016 and 2017 at Farm, Department of Agricultural Meteorology, College of Agriculture, Pune, Maharashtra State (India). The experiment was laid out in split plot design with three replications. The treatment comprised of four varieties viz. V1: NIAW-301 (Trymbak ) V2: NIAW-917 (Tapovan), V3: NIAW-1415 (Netravati) and V4:NIAW-1994 (Phule Samadhan) as main plot and four sowing windows viz., S1: 43rd MW (22-28 October), S2: 45th MW (5-11November), S3: 47th MW (19-25 November) and S4: 49th MW (3-9 December) as sub plot treatments. The agrometeorological indices indicated more values for 45th MW (5-11November) and 47th MW (19-25 November) sown wheat crops and lowest values in late sown crop. Days to crown root stage, tillering stage, ear emergence stage, 50% flowering stage, milking stage, dough stage and physiology maturity matched closely with observed values for all sowing environments. It revealed that the grain yields were significantly higher in NIAW-1994 (51.07 and 48.52 qha-1) and significantly superior to the rest of the wheat varieties. This was followed by NIAW-917(45.72 and 43.43 q ha-1), NIAW-301(43.57 and 41.27 q ha-1). The variety NIAW-1415 recorded significantly lower grain yield (40.89 and 38.84 qha-1) during 2016 and 2017, respectively. The grain yield was maximum at 47th MW sowing window (50.40 and 47.88 qha-1), the grain yield of 45th MW (47.94 and 45.42 qha-1) were at par with 47th MW sowing window. This was followed by 43rd MW sowing window (43.88 and 41.68 q ha-1), 49th MW sowing window (39.04 and 37.07 q ha-1) during 2016 and 2017, respectively.

Assessment of Crop Weather Relations in Wheat (Triticum aestivum) in Western Maharashtra Plain Zone

Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is a thermo-sensitive long-day crop. Temperature is a major determinant of its growth and productivity. Late sown wheat exposes preanthesis phenological events to high temperature that influence grain development and ultimately the yield [1]. Comprehensive assessments of the influence of climate variability on crop yields at local and regional scales can be highly beneficial. With an aim to assess the weather influences on wheat at local scale this study was taken up. An experiment was conducted at Department of Agricultural Meteorology Farm, College of Agriculture, Pune, Maharashtra State (India) in a split-plot design with three replications and sixteen treatment combinations of four different varieties and four sowing windows. Four varieties used were NIAW-301 (Trymbak ), NIAW-917 (Tapovan), NIAW-1415 (Netravati) and NIAW-1994 (Phule Samadhan). Four sowings were taken up on 43rd MW (22-28 October), 45th MW (5-11November), 47th MW (19-25 November) and 49th MW (3-9 December). The grain yield of wheat was influenced significantly by wheat varieties. The grain yields were significantly higher in NIAW-1994 (51.07 and 48.52 qha-1) and significantly superior to the rest of the wheat varieties. This was followed by NIAW-917(45.72 and 43.43qha-1), NIAW-301(43.57 and 41.27 q ha-1). The variety NIAW-1415 recorded significantly lower grain yield (40.89 and 38.84 qha-1) during 2016 and 2017, respectively. Correlation analysis with weather parameters e.g. Temperature (Maximum and Minimum), Relative humidity (Morning and Evening), Rainfall and bright sunshine hours and yield showed that from tillering to 50% flowering stage, maximum temperature (-0.962*) was significantly negatively correlated with grain yield (r = -0.980**), (r =-0.950**) during 2016 and 2017, respectively in NIAW-301 (Trymbak ). The same trend was observed in the remaining varieties also. Regression equations were developed to predict the yield.

A Study of the Current Occupational Structure of the Warlis of Dahanu, District Palghar

The Research comprehends the basic Occupational transitions that might have/have not occurred amongst the Warlis, which is reckoned to be an Indigenous community residing in the Mountainous regions of Southern Gujarat, Western Maharashtra. It has been comprehended that several Indigenous Tribal communities have been susceptible to various forms of transformations and transitions ever since the inception of Globalization. The Warlis being extremely traditional and Cultural adherent have been under the influence of Acculturation, Assimilation and Cultural Influxion since many years and hence, against the backdrop of this phenomenon the Researcher tends to indulge themselves in comprehending the current influences on their current Occupational structure as a consequence of the rapid changes being introduced in the Macro level arena.

Coverage, delays and implementation challenges of ‘Direct Benefit Transfer’ in the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme – A mixed methods study

IntroductionFood insecurity and undernutrition both contribute to the large tuberculosis burden in India. Indian government rolled out the direct benefit transfer (DBT) programme “Nikshay Poshan Yojana” on a national scale on April 1, 2018 largely to provide nutritional support. Hence, it was proposed to take up this study in Western Maharashtra (Pune district) to study the coverage, delays and implementation challenges of ‘Direct Benefit Transfer’ in the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme as there have only been a limited number of studies conducted regarding the same. MethodologyThis mixed methods study was conducted at Tuberculosis Units (TUs) under District Tuberculosis Officer (DTO) in Western Maharashtra (Pune district) for the duration August 2020 to September 2022. A total of 3373 participants were included for the quantitative component. For qualitative component In-depth interviews of key informants (healthcare providers involved in the implementation of Direct Benefit Transfer) and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) for patients and care givers was done and explored using thematic analysis. ResultsThe total coverage was found to be 76.81%. The health providers reported staff related challenges (overburden and non-cooperative staff), bank related issues (local and cooperate banks not involved in the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) loop and lack of bank account), patient related issues (fear of being scammed), the DBT process (lengthy and complex) and software related issues as major hurdles involved in the scheme's implementation. The challenges to the implementation of DBT reported by the beneficiaries (TB patients) were lack of awareness and disbelief about the scheme, bank related issues (lack of bank account and necessary documents to open account), financial challenges (job insecurity, loans), physical challenges (weakness) and delays in delivering the benefit due to software errors. ConclusionIn the present study the DBT coverage was very encouraging. The common challenges identified by the staff members and patients in the implementation of the scheme were lack of awareness about the scheme, bank related issues and software issues. To increase the coverage of DBT, it is vital that these issues be resolved.

Thermal Indices Requirement of Kharif Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) Varieties under Different Sowing Window in Western Maharashtra, India

An agro-meteorological investigation was undertaken during the kharif season of 2017 and 2018 at the Department of Agricultural Meteorology Farm, College of Agriculture, Pune, Maharashtra State (India). The experiment was laid out in split plot design with three replications. The treatment comprised of four varieties viz., V1: JL-501, V2: RHRG-6083 (Phule Unnati), V3: TAG-24 and V4: JL-776 (Phule Bharati) and four sowing windows viz., S1: 25rd MW (18th to 24th June), S2: 26th MW (25th June to 01st July), S­3: 27th MW (2nd to 8th July) and S4: 28th MW (09th to 15th July). Results showed that the higher GDD was observed in 26th MW sowing window with variety JL-776 (1826 and 1723) and RHRG-6083 (1763 and 1690) followed by variety JL-501 and TAG-24, whereas, higher heat use efficiency (0.088 and 0.100 g/GDD) at peg formation to rapid kernel growth stage was observed under 26th MW sowing window (S2) with variety JL-776 (V2) during 2017 and 2018, respectively. The highest HTU was observed in 26th MW sowing window in variety JL-776 (8254 and 6924) and RHRG-6083 (8171 and 7074) followed by variety JL-501 and TAG-24, whereas, higher heliothermal use efficiency (0.0200 and 0.0309 g/HTU) at peg formation to rapid kernel growth stage was observed under 26th MW sowing window (S2) in variety JL-776 (V2) during 2017 and 2018, respectively. Higher PTU (4818.42 and 4890.75) was observed under 26th MW sowing window (S2) in variety JL-776 (V2) this was followed by var. RHRG-6083, JL-501 and TAG-24 whereas, higher photothermal use efficiency (0.0284 and 0.293 g/PTU) at physiological maturity was observed under 26th MW sowing window (S2) with variety JL-776 (V2) followed by variety RHRG-6083, JL-501 and TAG-24 during 2017 and 2018, respectively.

Assessment of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) Varieties under Various Sowing Windows for Crop Growth, Development and Yield in Western Maharashtra, India

The present experiment was carried out at Department of Agricultural Meteorology Farm, Centre of Advanced Faculty Training, College of Agriculture, Pune, MPKV, Rahuri for assessment of different groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) varieties for crop growth, development and yields under various sowing windows in Western Maharashtra Plain Zone during the Kharif season of 2017 and 2018. The experiment was laid out in split plot design with three replications. The treatment comprised of four varieties viz., V1: JL-501, V2: RHRG-6083 (Phule Unnati), V3: TAG-24 and V4: JL-776 (Phule Bharati) as main plot and four sowing windows viz., S1: 25th MW, S2: 26th MW, S­3: 27th MW and S4: 28th MW as sub plot treatments. From the result of the study, all the growth attributes were increased with the advancement in age of the groundnut crop. Plant height 35.27 and 33.34 cm, total number branches 11.34 and 10.55, total dry matter accumulation plant-1 34.36 and 32.11 g during both the years of experiment, which were found significantly higher in variety JL-776 over RHRG-6083, JL-501 and TAG-24. Among all the sowing windows 26th MW (S2) recorded the highest growth attributes viz., plant height (33.67 and 31.94 cm), total number of branches plant-1 (11.34 and 10.58 g) and total dry matter accumulation plant-1 (34.75 and 32.78 g) during both year of experiment. 26th MW sowing window was at par with the 27th MW sowing window with all growth attributes. Pod yield (26.59 and 28.14 q ha-1) and haulm yield (39.61 and 36.7 q ha-1) were significantly higher in variety in JL-776 followed by RHRG-6083, JL-501 and TAG-24. Pod yield (27.25 and 28.84 q ha-1) and haulm yield (40.60 and 37.61 q ha-1) was higher in 26th MW sowing window, which were at par with 27th MW sowing window during both the year.

Impact on Yield Attributes and Yields of Groundnut Varieties under Different Sowing Windows in Western Maharashtra, India

Present experiment was undertaken to study the “Impact of yield attributes and yields of groundnut varieties under different sowing windows in Western Maharashtra Plain Zone” at Department of Agricultural Meteorology Farm, Centre of Advanced Faculty Training (CAFT) in Agricultural Meteorology, College of Agriculture, Pune, Maharashtra State (India). The experiment was laid out in split plot design comprised of four varieties viz., V1: JL-501, V2: RHRG-6083 (Phule Unnati), V3: TAG-24 and V4: JL-776 (Phule Bharati) as main plot and four sowing windows viz., S1: 25rd MW (18th to 24th June), S2: 26th MW (25th June to 01st July), S­3: 27th MW (2nd to 8th July) and S4: 28th MW (09th to 15th July) as sub plot treatments. The number of pods plant-1, weight of pods plant-1, 100 kernel weight (g), shelling (%) and yields as influenced by the different treatments were recorded at harvest. Yield contributing characters viz., number of pods-1 (45.25 and 43.29) and weight of pods-1 (12.99 and 13.82) were found significantly higher in variety JL-776 over RHRG-6083, JL-501 and TAG-24, whereas shelling percentage (75.12 and 76.60) were found significantly higher in variety TAG-24 followed by JL-501, JL-776 and RHRG-6083. Pod yield (26.59 and 28.14 q ha-1) and haulm yield (39.61 and 36.7 q ha-1) were significantly higher in JL-776 followed by RHRG-6083, JL-501 and TAG-24. Amongst all the groundnut varieties, JL-776 (Phule Bharati) is significantly superior under extended sowing windows followed by varieties RHRG-6083, TAG-24 and JL-501. Sowing during 26th MW was observed to be most suitable and optimum for groundnut considering the growth and yield attributes. This sowing window was at par with 27th MW sowing window.