Jammu: Prof. Surinder Kumar Gupta assumed office as acting Vice- Chancellor of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu in compliance to Lieutenant Governer’s Secretariat, Jammu and Kashmir, Raj Bhavan, Srinagar and shall look after the routine work of the office of the Vice Chancellor till the time new Vice Chancellor joins.
After assuming charge, Prof. Gupta pledged efforts to work in unison for the progress of the University. Pointing out that SKUAST-Jammu has a major role to play in an era of technological advancements, he expressed optimism that he would be able to enable its students, farmers, scientists and stakeholders to achieve progress in this regard. Such efforts are crucial in the ongoing efforts to attain a knowledge society, he added.
In his meeting after assuming charge, he said that he will assign a high priority to bridge the gap between the farmer and the scientist.
He also took stock of various ongoing teaching, research and extension activities of the University and sought cooperation of all the staff members for taking the University to new heights. He urged scientists to work together with team spirit to achieve the goals of creating competent human resource for the sustainable development of agriculture and allied sectors.
Prof. Gupta obtained his bachelor degree in Veterinary Sciences from Bihar Veterinary College, Patna, in 1983, followed by a masters in Veterinary Medicine from Rajendra Agricultural University, Bihar, in 1987 with University gold medal.
In 1995, he was awarded a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine for his pioneering research on field vaccination against bovine tropical theileriosis and immune response monitoring by HAU, Hisar. With an impressive academic background and a deep-rooted connection to the local agricultural landscape, Prof. Gupta brings a wealth of knowledge, administrative acumen, and a passionate commitment to agricultural and livestock development.
He is the senior most selected professor since 2005 and has guided 12 P.G. students. He has about 100 international and national publications to his credit and has organized one international and three national seminars, four mega Kisan Melas of five days each. He was instrumental in the establishment of two new KVK’s at Ramban and Kishtwar districts as Director Extension.
Having held prominent administrative positions within SKUAST-Jammu, including Dean F.V.Sc., University Librarian and Director of Extension, Prof. Gupta has consistently demonstrated his leadership capabilities and commitment to the betterment of the agricultural community.
His deep understanding of the local agricultural ecosystem and unwavering dedication to agricultural advancement positions him as a pivotal figure in shaping the future of SKUAST-Jammu, driving advancements in agricultural education, and spearheading cutting-edge research.
