Lahore: The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Lahore facilitated an interactive session between Bangladeshi Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students and Mr. Ahmad Aziz Tarar, Secretary of the Livestock & Dairy Development Department Punjab, at its City Campus on Tuesday. This event was part of a one-month externship program designed for 30 DVM students from Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University and Gono University, Bangladesh.

According to University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Masood Rabbani provided an overview of the externship program, which is structured to enhance the students' theoretical and practical knowledge in animal treatment. The program includes visits to clinics, poultry and dairy farms, laboratories, and industry sites to provide practical exposure. During the session, Mr. Tarar delivered a comprehensive presentation on the Livestock & Dairy Development Department Punjab, highlighting that livestock contributes significantly to the agricultural value addition and national GDP. He discussed various initiatives, including livestock cards, interest-free financing, and disease control measures, to advance the livestock sector in Punjab.

The session was also attended by Prof Dr. Rashedul Alam, the CVASU Focal Person, Prof Dr. Kamran Ashraf, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Science UVAS, senior UVAS faculty members, and officials from the Livestock Department. The Bangladeshi students expressed appreciation for the Punjab Government's efforts in developing the livestock sector and acknowledged the well-organized livestock management and farming practices in the region.