Dr. Harish Kumar assumes charge as Head of Sports Science Dept, Punjabi University
Babushahi Bureau
Patiala (Punjab), April 7, 2026: Dr. Harish Kumar has taken over as the Head of the Department (HOD) of Sports Science at Punjabi University.
Dr. Harish Kumar earned his Ph.D. in Sports Biomechanics in 2001 and has made significant contributions to the field through academic research and publications. He has authored over 40 research papers at both national and international levels and has also written three books focusing on various aspects of Sports Science.
Under his academic guidance, 13 Ph.D. scholars and three M.Phil. students have successfully completed their degrees, while four more scholars are currently pursuing doctoral research.
On the occasion of him assuming charge, several faculty members and dignitaries were present, including Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Professor Paramvir Singh, along with Dr. Ashok Kumar, Professor Ajita, Dr. Anuradha Lahiri, and Dr. Amarjot Kaur.
Non-teaching staff, research scholars, students, and family members also attended the event to extend their support and congratulations.