Assam Veterinary and Fishery University

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Assam Veterinary and Fishery University
অসম পশুপালন আৰু মৎস্য বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
TypePublic
Established2024
Location
Guwahati
,
Assam
,
India
CampusUrban

Assam Veterinary and Fishery University (AVFU), formerly College of Veterinary Science is a veterinary university situated in Khanapara, Assam, India. The university focuses on veterinary and fishery sciences. [1]

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History

The Assam Veterinary and Fishery University Bill, 2024, was passed by the Assam Assembly on the fourth day of its Autumn Session. [2] It was introduced by Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Minister Atul Bora, to establish a new university specializing in veterinary and fishery sciences. [3]

Later, the university was formed in February, 2024 by merging existing veterinary colleges and the College of Fishery Science in Assam that was earlier under the Assam Agriculture University, Jorhat. [4] This initiative was part of the Government of Assam's efforts to create a specialized institution that would cater to the growing demand for skilled professionals in veterinary and fishery sciences. [5]

The College of Veterinary Science was established in 1948 at Nagaon as Assam Veterinary College, with 33 students in its first batch. [6] After independence, the college began its journey toward becoming a premier institute. It became a part of Assam Agricultural University in 1969. [7]

The college initially offered a 3-year G.V.Sc. diploma. Later, it introduced the Trimester System and postgraduate courses in five disciplines. The intake for B.V.Sc. & A.H. increased from 65 to 150 by 1985. By 1995, it adopted Veterinary Council of India regulations. Currently, 100 students enroll in B.V.Sc. & A.H., with 10 and 4 seats available for M.V.Sc. and Ph.D. programs, respectively. [6]

Colleges and Departments

AVFU comprises various colleges and departments that provide specialized education and training:

  1. College of Veterinary Science: Located in Khanapara, this college offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in veterinary science. [8]
  2. College of Fisheries, Raha: Situated in Raha, this college focuses on fishery science education and research. [4]
  3. Research Stations: The university oversees multiple research stations that facilitate practical learning and research activities related to veterinary and fishery sciences. [9]
  4. Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs): AVFU also manages 5 KVKs [a] that serve as agricultural extension centers, providing training and resources to local farmers. [10] [11]

Notes

  1. ↑ "Krishi Vigyan Kendra" translates to "Agricultural Science Center" in English. These centers located at Kamrup, Morigaon, North Lakhimpur, Baksa and Barpeta are established by ICAR, aim to train farmers, demonstrate new technologies, and provide solutions to agricultural challenges.

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References

  1. ↑ "Assam To Establish Veterinary And Fishery University". guwahatiplus.com. Retrieved 2024-09-24.
  2. ↑ "The Assam Veterinary and Fishery University Bill, 2024". assambidhansabha. Retrieved 2024-09-24.
  3. ↑ @ATULBORA2 (August 29, 2024). "Today marks a significant milestone for Assam's veterinary and fisheries sectors as the Assam Veterinary and Fishery University Bill, 2024 has been passed in the Assam Legislative Assembly. This university will be a game-changer in making Assam self-reliant in livestock, poultry, and fisheries sectors. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Hon'ble CM Dr. @himantabiswa for his visionary guidance and unwavering commitment to developing these sectors and ensuring the welfare of farmers" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
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  9. ↑ The Assam Tribune (2023-04-28). "Assam fishery department directs 4 institutes to detect presence of formalin in imported fishes". The Assam Tribune. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
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  11. ↑ "Assam: Krishi Vigyan Kendra animal health camp held in Lakhimpur". Sentinel Assam. 2024-07-22. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
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