NU Vice-Chancellor Prof K Patnaik formally cut open the new Modern Piggery Projec at Medziphema campus on September 4.
Medziphema, September 4 (MExN): Nagaland University (NU), the only Central University in the state, inaugurated six new academic, research, agricultural and student-oriented facilities at its School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS), Medziphema campus, on September 4.
The facilities were inaugurated by Nagaland University Vice-Chancellor Prof Jagadish K Patnaik in the presence of faculty members, administrative officials, staff and students.
The newly inaugurated facilities include two Experiential Learning Programme (ELP) units under the Departments of Horticulture and Livestock Production and Management, a Modern Piggery Project, Feed Production Units at the Medziphema and Kohima campuses, a Horticulture Research Laboratory, Naga Morung and a Sports Complex.
The Feed Production Unit at the Kohima campus was inaugurated virtually, while the facilities at Medziphema were inaugurated during the programme.
Addressing the gathering, Patnaik appreciated the development of the new facilities and outlined the university’s aspirations to strengthen research and academic excellence.
“I am looking forward to more active research, innovation and publications from our faculty and researchers. We are also looking forward to achieving top rankings for the School of Agriculture as well as for Nagaland University as a whole,” he said.
The new facilities are expected to provide students and researchers with greater opportunities for hands-on learning, experimentation, skill development and research in agriculture and allied areas.
The Modern Piggery Project and Feed Production Units are expected to facilitate practical training and promote scientific approaches to livestock production and feed management.
The facilities are also aimed at bridging the gap between classroom learning and field-based application while creating opportunities for research, innovation and extension activities.
The Naga Morung and Sports Complex are expected to contribute to cultural preservation and the overall development and well-being of students.
The inauguration marked another step in the university’s efforts to strengthen campus infrastructure and create a conducive environment for teaching, research, innovation, extension and student development.
