I, Dr Ladu Kishore Rath have joined as Professor of Entomology in MSSSoA, Paralakhemundi Campus on 18.10.2021 after superannuation from OUAT service. I did my B.Sc (Ag) degree and M.Sc(Ag)(Entomology) degree from OUAT in 1984  and 1986, respectively from OUAT. I obtained my Ph.D degree in Agricultural Entomology and Zoology from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi during the year 1996. I have published 127 research papers, one book chapter, two international bulletins and a number of oriya and english articles related to entomology. I have guided 13 M.Sc(Ag) and 04 Ph.D students in my service career.