KASUR: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Nasim Ahmad inaugurated a pet centre and a smart classroom at Ravi Campus in Pattoki on Tuesday.

The pet centre is now equipped with a reception, examination room, treatment and operating room for pets, a lecture room for students, and an office for staff.

Prof Ahmad, accompanied by Prof Dr Talat Naseer Pasha, thoroughly inspected the various sections of the center and assessed the available facilities for pet treatment.

Following the pet centre visit, the vice-chancellor, along with Director of Information Technology Center Mr Rizwan Saleem and other dignitaries, inaugurated the smart classroom.

Prof Ahmad said the UVAS is committed to providing the best treatment and disease diagnosis services for pets at its pet centre. He said that UVAS classrooms and labs are furnished with state-of-the-art facilities to offer students the best practical knowledge and education.

The primary objective of the smart classroom, as mentioned by Prof Ahmad, is to bridge communication gaps and encourage collaboration with other renowned universities worldwide.

He emphasized that the smart classroom would serve as a technological hub, revolutionizing educational connectivity through advanced digital tools and interactive technologies.

It aims to facilitate networking for knowledge exchange among academic institutions and marks a significant step towards learning about e-rozgar and freelancing.

Prof Ahmad also conducted a quality review of the work and facilities.

The event was attended by Emeritus Prof Dr Talat Naseer Pasha, Dean Faculty of Animal Production and Technology Prof Dr Saima, Principal Officer of Ravi Campus Prof Dr Arshad Javid, Prof Dr Asim Khalid, In-charge Pet Center Ravi Campus Dr Muhammad Imran Leghari, Project Director Shahnawaz Bukhari, and other stakeholders, including veterinary professionals, pet practitioners, pet lovers, faculty members, and students.

Published in Dawn, January 3rd, 2024