Prez nominates HPKV prof to Central varsity court panel

Dr Adarsh Kumar, Senior Professor and Head of the Department of Surgery and Radiology at the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, HP Agriculture University, Palampur, has been nominated by the President of India as one of her three nominees to the Court of the Central University of Punjab.

The nomination, made under the provision empowering the Visitor (the President of India) to appoint “three persons who are well-known academicians or who have special knowledge or practical experience in higher education,” places Dr Adarsh among an elite group of academicians.

Dr Adarsh Kumar is renowned for his academic service, research portfolio and mentorship, significantly advancing veterinary sciences in India.

Vice-Chancellor Prof Naveen Kumar said, “This nomination is a matter of great pride for the entire university fraternity. Dr Adarsh’s dedication to academic excellence, innovative research and commitment to service have brought laurels to the university. His role in the Court of the Central University of Punjab will further enhance academic collaborations and promote quality higher education.”

Dr Adarsh will serve alongside Prof Sonia Chawla and Prof Sanjay Kaushik, distinguished academicians from NIT Jalandhar and Punjab University, Chandigarh, respectively.