Practical Steps Directed for Accelerated Construction of Permanent Campus
The Secretary for Livestock, Fisheries & Cooperatives, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Zarif-ul-Maʻani, Carried out a detailed visit to the under-construction building of the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS), Swat.
During the visit, the Vice Chancellor of UVAS Swat, Professor Dr. Shakeeb Ullah; Additional Secretary Livestock, Mr. Niaz Ali Khan; Advisor Veterinary Sciences, Mr. Alamdar Hussain Malik; Additional Registrar, Dr. Khalid Khan; along with relevant officials from the University and the Project Management Unit (PMU) were also present.
The concerned staff briefed the Secretary Livestock on the progress of the project, challenges being faced, and the future course of action. A comprehensive briefing was also given regarding various construction-related aspects.
On this occasion, Secretary Livestock Mr. Zarif-ul-Maʻani expressed satisfaction over the progress of the project and stated that the government is taking serious and practical measures to complete the construction of the permanent campus of UVAS Swat on a priority basis. He further added that construction activities will be accelerated in the near future to ensure timely completion of the project.
He emphasized that the completion of the permanent campus will not only promote higher veterinary education and research but will also play a significant role in the development of livestock, fisheries, and allied sectors in the region.
At the conclusion of the visit, Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Shakeeb Ullah presented honorary shields on behalf of the University to Secretary Livestock Mr. Zarif-ul-Maʻani and Additional Secretary Mr. Niaz Ali Khan.