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Vet Varsity Promotes Green Campus Initiative Through Tree Plantation

October 22

The first-year students of B.V.Sc. & A.H., College of Veterinary Science, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, undertook a green plantation initiative in front of Hostel. The event was presided over by Dr. Jatinder Paul Singh Gill, Vice Chancellor, as the Chief Guest. Around 100 students participated enthusiastically in the initiative, reflecting their commitment to environmental conservation. The initiative was undertaken under the vision of the Vice Chancellor to inculcate environmental awareness and a sense of responsibility towards a greener and more sustainable environment among the students. Addressing the students, Dr. Gill emphasized that tree plantation is not merely a one-day activity but a long-term commitment towards protecting nature, mitigating climate change and preserving biodiversity. He encouraged the students to adopt the planted trees, with five students taking responsibility for each plant and ensuring its care and maintenance throughout their degree programme at the university. Dr. Swaran Singh Randhawa, Dean, College of Veterinary Science highlighted the importance of tree plantation in improving air quality, providing shade, supporting biodiversity and creating a healthy campus environment. He appreciated the planning of the drive by Dr. Harkirat Singh, Teacher President and Dr. Kulvinder Singh Sandhu, Teacher Secretary of Green Club – College of Veterinary Science. He also thanked Dr. Devendra Pathak for his efforts to motivate and guide the first year students for plantation drive. Dr. Jaspal Singh Hundal, Director Students' Welfare, motivated the students to actively participate in the environmental protection and develop eco-friendly habits that extend beyond the university campus. Dr. Sarvpreet Singh Ghuman, Estate Officer, stressed the importance of selecting, nurturing and maintaining trees to ensure their healthy growth and long-term survival. Dr. Randhawa, appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the students and thanked staff of the Estate Organisation and Landscaping Unit for their valuable support in successfully conducting the event.