SKUAST-K helps Govt School Durbal to modernise science laboratory

Srinagar, Sep 24: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) today helped Government Secondary School Durbal, Budgam in establishing New Science Laboratory. This initiative is part of the University's School Outreach Initiative under the DBT Star College Program.

The programme, led by the University’s Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry Shuhama, aims to promote science education and inspire young students to pursue careers in science.

As part of this effort, the University provided essential lab equipment and supplies to the school under the DBT Star college program and donated by the Division of Veterinary Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine.

At the inauguration, Prof Riaz Ahmad Shah, Dean of the Veterinary Faculty, highlighted SKUAST-K's dedication to societal development. He emphasised that by providing these resources, the University hopes to create an enabling learning environment and give students a glimpse into the world of advanced scientific research. The initiative also featured a hands-on session where students and staff learned how to use new equipments and perform basic scientific experiments.