Institute of Animal Sciences Established at PMAS Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi

The establishment of the Institute of Animal Sciences has been announced at Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi. Along with this, the university has appointed Chairman Department of Livestock Production and Management Professor Dr. Tanveer Ahmed as the first administrator of the institute. The decision to establish the institute was taken in the 103rd Syndicate meeting of the university in light of the recommendations of the Academic Council. Educational activities in the institute will start from the fall semester 2025-26.

According to the details, the programs of the Institute of Animal Sciences include BS Poultry Science, BS Animal Science, and BS Genetics. Along with this, the Institute will also offer MPhil and PhD programs in the departments of Poultry Science, Animal Nutrition, Animal Breeding and Genetics, and Livestock Management.

پاکستان اینیمل سائنٹسٹس ویلفیئر ایسوسی ایشن کی کابینہ تشکیل

According to the statement issued, the establishment of the Institute of Animal Sciences will not only enhance the quality of education in the field of animal sciences but will also play an important role in the economy of Pakistan. This institute will produce highly trained experts for the poultry and livestock sector. The faculty thanked Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman for the establishment of the institute and paid tribute to his insightful leadership and vision.

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