PAU experts interact with retired professors and alumni

Ludhiana, May 12, 2022: The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized an interactive session of the faculty of department, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Regional Research Stations and retired alumni.

In his welcome address, Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, expressed his gratitude to the retired teachers and described them as “gurus.” He motivated the young scientists to interact with them and learn from their experience. He also discussed the current status and functioning of the department according to the revamped agenda related to the current need of the farmers and students.

Dr SS Gill, Director Extension Education (retd.), stressed that Farm and Home Integrated Unit which was popularly known as the Model of Punjab’s Development needed to be popularized at village level through various trainings. He further said that campaigns should be organized for behavioral modification of extravagant nature of farmers.

Dr GS Saini, a retired Professor, emphasised on bridging the gap between what was taught and implemented in the field.

Dr TS Riar, Additional Director of Communication, appreciated the efforts made in the department by the entire team.

Dr Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Training), KVK, Mansa suggested holding sessions related to stress management and various other psychological issues faced by the farmers.

Dr Manmeet Kaur, Associate Professor, highlighted the two year achievements of the department. Under this, she stated that 14 Farmers’ Information Centres’ have been established by the department in various blocks of Ludhiana district. Strong linkages have been developed with the State Line departments for popularization of PAU recommended short duration varieties of paddy in the adopted villages, she added.

Dr Lakhwinder Kaur, Assistant Professor, proposed a vote of thanks.