Aizawl: The inaugural function of the 15th Research Council Meeting, 11th Extension Education Council Meeting, and 33rd Academic Council Meeting of the Central Agricultural University was held on Monday at the auditorium of the College of Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry in Selesih, Aizawl.

The programme was graced by General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, Governor of Mizoram, as the Chief Guest. Prior to the inaugural session, the Governor visited an exhibition showcasing technologies, innovations and products developed by the University and its constituent colleges.

The formal proceedings commenced with the National Song and National Anthem, followed by the presentation of the University Song by students. The Chief Guest was felicitated during the event, after which Dr. Anupam Mishra, Vice-Chancellor of CAU, Imphal, delivered the welcome address.

A key highlight of the programme was the formal handover of a Technology License Agreement document between Prime Meghalaya and the Meghalaya Basin Management Agency. The Governor also released university publications and Comilla Cotton Meditech products and distributed lavender seeds to farmers.

Addressing the gathering, the Governor lauded the efforts of CAU in strengthening agricultural education, research and extension services across the North Eastern Region. He underscored the importance of greater collaboration among institutions and stakeholders to promote sustainable agricultural development.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Prof. K. Mamocha Singh, followed by the National Anthem.

The inaugural function was attended by several eminent academicians, scientists and administrators, including Prof. Pravat Kumar Roul, Prof. M.M. Adhikary, Dr. K.M. Bujarbaruah, Dr. P. Das, Dr. S.V. Ngachan, Dr. Gaya Prasad, Dr. Mamoni Das and Prof. L.M. Garnayak, along with deans and officials from all thirteen constituent colleges of the university.