Leh, Feb 12: The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushwaha, on Thursday carried out an on-site review of the School of Agricultural Sciences and Technology at the Stakna Campus in Leh, focusing on academic delivery, research work and administrative functioning.
The Vice Chancellor was accompanied by the Registrar, the Dean Research and senior faculty members of the university. During the visit, he interacted with both teaching and non-teaching staff and reviewed routine academic and office operations. He undertook a detailed inspection of laboratories, classrooms and office facilities to assess the present infrastructure and the progress of ongoing teaching and research activities.
During Stakna campus visit, the Vice Chancellor was formally welcomed by Prof. Dorjay Namgyal, Associate Director Research and Extension and Dean, Agricultural Sciences, who presented a comprehensive overview of the campus. The presentation covered academic progress, institutional achievements and the requirements needed to support future academic and research programmes.
As part of the visit, Prof. Kushwaha undertook an extensive tour of the 126 hectare land of the School of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Stakna Campus. Following the field inspection, he directed the consultant engineer to prepare a comprehensive master plan for the systematic and phased development of campus infrastructure.
The Vice Chancellor also visited the Precision Farming Demonstration Center, where he interacted with scientists and observed ongoing field level activities. He noted the importance of experiential learning and the adoption of advanced agricultural practices designed specifically for the cold and arid conditions of Ladakh.
During interactions with faculty members and staff, Prof. Kushwaha assured the campus administration that necessary measures would be taken to address genuine academic, infrastructure and operational requirements. He stated that the university would continue to strengthen teaching, research and extension activities at the Stakna campus to support agriculture education and region specific innovation in Ladakh.
