The Centre for One Health, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, in collaboration with Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - Institute of Microbial Technology (CSIR-IMTECH), Chandigarh and Superheroes Against Superbugs organized a two-day capacity building workshop on farm biosecurity and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The workshop titled “Resisting AMR: One Farm at a Time”, was designed for postgraduate veterinary students to translate classroom knowledge into practical, field-
based skills. A total of 22 students from various departments of GADVASU participated in the program which was coordinated by Dr. Pankaj Dhaka, Assistant Professor, Centre for One Health and Kushi Goel from Superheroes against Superbugs organization.
Dr. J.P.S. Gill, Vice Chancellor, commended the efforts of the organizers and collaborators, stating that such initiatives are crucial to translate theoretical knowledge into field-level solutions and foster future veterinary research leaders.
The first day featured interactive activities including an AMR-themed icebreaker and panel discussion on ‘Farm Biosecurity and AMR’. The panel brought together leading experts: Dr. J.S. Bedi, Director, Centre for One Health, Dr. Anshu Bhardwaj, Principal Scientist, CSIR-IMTECH, Dr. Sarah Iqbal, Co-Founde
r of Superheroes Against Superbugs, and Dr. Deepthi Vijay. The panel highlighted the One Health perspective of AMR, the role of veterinarians in stewardship, and the need for community engagement. Students also participated in the biosecurity farm-map challenge, role plays, and reflection activities, which equipped them with effective communication tools for field extension.
The second day involved field surveys across 10 dairy farms in Ludhiana, where students assessed hygiene practices, infection risk points, and farmers’ perceptions. These real-world exercises strengthened their competence in applying field epidemiological tools for AMR mitigation and farm biosecurity. Dr. J.S. Bedi emphasized that young veterinarians must be empowered with applied skills to safeguard animal, human and environment health. Dr. S.K. Uppal, Dean Postgraduate Studies, applauded the efforts of the postgraduate students to participate in such applied initiatives.
