CONCLUSION
To the best of our knowledge, this is the first attempt towards a genetic and histopathological characterization of the midgut microbiota of A. proylei found in Manipur, North East India. A more comprehensive knowledge about midgut bacteria may lead to better understanding the direct or indirect involvement of microbiota in the immune response, nutrition and reproduction of these important silkworm. This present study not only offers insight into the process of gradual degradation A. proylei larvae midgut, but also elucidates the extent of damage that occurs therein, after the infection which also affects the silk glands. The probiotic candidature of role of the potential gut microflora will also be a challenge ahead. Further our findings might advance our understanding in the field of disease resistance traits and silk worm A. proylei management.