78th Independence Day was celebrated at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana with great enthusiasm. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice–Chancellor, hoisted the National Flag in the University premises. Dr. Singh, firstly paid rich tributes to all those who fought for the country's freedom. He said that we all must remember and salute them.
In his address, Dr. Inderjeet Singh said that the second position of our university amongst all the veterinary universities of the country in the National Institutional Ranking Framework is an inspiring achievement for the entire faculty, staff and students. He said that the future of this university is very bright and prosperous. He mentioned that from the year 2020 the revenue of this university has increased more than 80 percent. We revised our fees in a minimal manner because affordable education is right for everyone and that is why enrolment of students increased from 1900 to 2500 in this period. University is working to develop news skills through startups and entrepreneurship. We have planned to develop artificial intelligence and robotics for our farm operations. He informed that we are adding more facilities day by day for our clinical services. Through extension services the university has developed a strong bond with the farming community. A large number of faculties got the opportunity to hone their expertise with the Institutional Development Plan project.
He praised and motivated scientists and employees of the institute to put their best for strengthening the institute. He encouraged all for a disciplined and productive life for the betterment of the society. The Vice-Chancellor along with officers of the university honored different non-teaching members of varsity for their administrative contributions, achievements and exemplary work for the university.
Patriotic songs were presented by the university students. The celebration was attended by officers of the Varsity, Heads of the Departments, faculty, staff and students. The well managed show was organized by the Directorate of Students Welfare cum Estate Office under the leadership of Dr. Jatinder Paul Singh Gill, DSW cum EO.