Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, explored opportunities to extend the benefits of various
student welfare schemes of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, to its students during a visit by Mr. Sukhwinder Singh Bindra, Member, National Institute of Social Defence (NISD).
During his interaction with Dr. J.P.S. Gill, Vice-Chancellor, Mr. Bindra discussed various schemes and programmes of the Ministry that could benefit eligible students of the university and its affiliated colleges. The discussions focused on creating awareness about these schemes and exploring possibilities for their effective implementation. Dr. J.P.S. Gill, appreciated the initiative and emphasized the importance of facilitating students’ access to government welfare schemes. He stated that the university remained committed to the holistic development and well-being of its students and that greater awareness of such initiatives could help eligible students avail themselves of the available benefits and opportunities.
Dr. Jaspal Singh Hundal, Director Students’ Welfare welcomed Mr. Bindra and briefed him on the various student welfare initiatives being undertaken by the university. He also highlighted potential areas where government schemes could complement the university’s existing efforts to promote student welfare, inclusivity and development.
The interaction highlighted the importance of coordination between the university and relevant government institutions to ensure that eligible students are informed about and benefit from welfare schemes designed for their educational and social advancement. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Nidhi Sharma from the Directorate of Students’ Welfare.
