Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Friday reviewed various functions of Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) at the conference hall of Krushi Bhavan.
During the review meeting, Singh Deo extended his gratitude to everyone for the successful organization of the OUAT Convocation Ceremony held on December 5, which was graced by the President of India.
A detailed review was conducted on OUAT’s activities, infrastructure, classrooms, hostel facilities, teaching staff, and vacant positions. The Deputy CM emphasized the timely completion of ongoing developmental works and provided necessary guidance to expedite progress.
The current government is taking several initiatives to strengthen the agriculture sector and empower farmers. In this context, efforts are underway to upgrade OUAT and transform it into a world-class university. This vision encompasses not just the Bhubaneswar campus but also the development of OUAT campuses in other districts of Odisha.
The review meeting was attended by Principal Secretary of Agriculture Department Dr. Arainda Kumar Padhee, Special Secretary Dillip Kumar Parida, Vice-Chancellor of OUAT Prabhat Kumar Raul, and other senior officials, who shared their valuable suggestions during the discussion.