Koshal Kumar | Himalayan Aquatic Biodivesity | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Koshal Kumar | Himalayan Aquatic Biodivesity | Research Excellence Award

Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University | India

Dr. Koshal Kumar is a dedicated scholar in aquatic ecology with a strong focus on freshwater biodiversity, macro-zoobenthos, periphyton dynamics, and pollution assessment in Himalayan river systems. With a total of 101 citations, an h-index of 5 and an i10-index of 3, Dr. Kumar has contributed valuable scientific insights through multiple well-recognized publications that explore drifting behaviour of Odonata, diversity of benthic macroinvertebrates, morphometric characterization of freshwater species, and water quality analysis of spring-fed and mountain streams. His academic journey includes rigorous training in environmental and biological sciences, followed by professional experience in field-based ecological assessment, quantitative data analysis, and biodiversity documentation. His research interests span aquatic entomology, riverine ecosystem health, biomonitoring, and habitat conservation, with a commitment to developing reliable ecological indicators for sustainable watershed management. Dr. Kumar has been acknowledged for his contributions through academic awards and recognitions supporting his work in mountain hydrology and freshwater biodiversity. His publications reflect a strong integration of field research, analytical interpretation, and ecological modelling, contributing to environmental knowledge systems at regional and disciplinary levels. With continued dedication to advancing aquatic ecosystem research, Dr. Koshal Kumar aims to support evidence-based conservation and foster scientific understanding of fragile Himalayan freshwater habitats.

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Featured Publication

Bahuguna, P., Joshi, H. K., & Kumar, K. (2019). A report on drifting behaviour of Odonata (Aquatic Insects) in Kyunja Gad, a spring fed tributary of River Mandakini, Chamoli Garhwal, Uttarakhand. Journal of Mountain Research, 14(2), 63–67.

Baluni, P., Kumar, K., & Joshi, H. K. (2018). Ecology, distribution pattern, density and diversity of periphyton in Khankra spring fed stream of Garhwal Himalaya, India. Journal of Mountain Research, 13, 95–99.

Balodi, K. K., & Rana, V. P. (2015). Macro-zoobenthic study in relation to physico-chemical parameters of Khoh River in Uttarakhand. International Journal of Scientific Research, 4(6), 171–173.

Kumar, K., Rana, J. S., Rawat, A., & Kotnala, B. C. (2017). Checklist of benthic macroinvertebrate communities of stream Rawasan in Garhwal region (Central Himalaya), Uttarakhand (India). Journal of Mountain Research, 12, 91–95.

Koshal, A. R., Kumar, K., Rana, V. P., Kotnala, C. B., & Balodi, C. B. (2016). Water quality and pollution status of Rawasan stream in Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand, India. Journal of Mountain Research, 11(1), 9–14.

Kumar, K., Kotnala, C. B., & Rana, A. R. (2014). Morphometric study on Macrobrachium assamense peninsulare (Tiwari, 1958) from Rawasan stream of Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand, India. International Journal of Advanced Research, 2(8), 317–322.