Keeping in view the decline in Sahiwal cow population in the State due to extensive crossbreeding, the GADVASU has established a regional research station at village Kaljharani (Bathinda) in 2008 forconservation and genetic improvement of Sahiwalcattle with the following objectives:
The Regional Research and Training Centre at Kaljharani has been strengthened with establishment of herds of Sahiwal cattle, Crossbred cattle, Beetal goats, Fish unit, Vermi-compost unit and Honey bee unit for area specific studies and demonstration purposes. A Veterinary Polytechnic has been established at Kaljharani to cater to the needs of producing veterinary pharmacists to support and improve veterinary service system.
