Prayagraj, 03 Aug (HS): The three-day conclave involving

agricultural scientists from SHUATS and government officials from Uttar Pradesh

successfully concluded on Sunday. After a comprehensive review of the

university’s research and development work, the visiting delegation expressed

profound satisfaction with the innovations and their potential to significantly

benefit farmers. Led by Director of Agriculture Dr. Harendra Upadhyay, the team

of officials acknowledged the substantial contributions of SHUATS scientists to

agricultural advancement and farmer welfare. The delegation requested detailed

reports on the work of key departments, including Agronomy, Horticulture,

Agricultural Extension, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Food and Nutrition, Soil

Science, Geospatial Technology and AI, and Agricultural Engineering.

Furthermore, the officials directed the

departments to submit new project proposals that align with the agricultural

development visions of both the state and central governments. They assured the

SHUATS administration of their commitment to presenting the university's

impactful work to the state government and providing full support in securing

approval for new projects. Dr. S. D. McCarty, Director of Research, delivered

the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude for the officials’ guidance and

positive feedback. Professor Dr. Ranu Prasad, Registrar of SHUATS, stated that

the conclave's successful conclusion reinforces the strong partnership between

the state government and SHUATS in fostering agricultural progress.

The valedictory session was attended by Professor

Dr. Bishwaroop Mehra, Pro-VC Administration; .Professor Dr. Ritu Dubey, Pro-VC

PMD; Dr. Praveen Charan, Director of Extension; and Dr. Ramakant Dubey,

Director of Development and PR, along with a large number of SHUATS scientists,

officers, and staff.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi