Workshop on emerging threat of zoonoses

The Centre for One Health at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) organised a one-day workshop titled ‘Addressing Emerging Zoonoses in India: A One Health Approach,’ aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of faculty and researchers from various veterinary colleges, including the College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana, Rampura Phul, and Khalsa College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Amritsar. The workshop focused on emerging zoonoses and the One Health framework, supported by the International Network for Government Science Advice (Asia Chapter).

Dr JPS Gill, Vice-Chancellor, reiterated the university’s commitment to the one health approach and stressed its importance in addressing public health challenges. Dr Anil Kumar Arora, Director of Research, highlighted the university’s research efforts and the need for capacity-building initiatives for safeguarding public health and the environment. Dr Jasbir Singh Bedi, Director of the Centre for One Health, emphasised the vital role of veterinary professionals in the One Health framework. Dr Pankaj Dhaka, organising secretary, discussed the socio-economic impact of zoonoses on livestock keepers. The event included expert lectures and collaborative group activities to develop practical solutions for combating zoonotic diseases.