Geoscientist Prof Athokpam Krishnakanta Singh earns global recognition
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, October 14 2026:
Professor Athokpam Krishnakanta Singh, son of Athokpam Kula Singh and Athokpam Indrani Devi of Athokpam Awang Leikai, Thoubal, has brought pride to Manipur through his outstanding achievements in Geosciences.
He currently serves as Head of the Department of Applied Geology at Dr Harisingh Gour University, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh.
Professor Athokpam Krishnakanta Singh has been reported among the World's
Top 2 percent of Scientists for 2026, with a global rank of 116th in Geology.
He completed his MSc in Applied Geology from Kurukshetra University, Haryana, and pursued doctoral research with support from a University Research Scholarship and a CSIR Senior Research Fellowship.
He received the prestigious BOYSCAST Fellowship from the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, to undertake postdoctoral research at The Open University, England.
He was also honoured with the SM Naqvi Gold Medal-2025 by the Geological Society of India, Bengaluru, for his contributions to geological research.
His achievements have brought honour to his family, Thoubal district and Manipur, inspiring aspiring scientists and young researchers to pursue excellence in science.




