Word Water Day- 2021 Celebrated at ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad
ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad celebrated “World Water Day- 2021” on 22nd March 2021. Dr. V. Ravindra Reddy, Vice Chancellor, P.V. Narasimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU), Hyderabad and chief guest of the event inaugurated the function and highlighted the importance of water in the poultry sector among the dignitaries and members of Andhra Pradesh (Hyderabad) Chapter of the Indian Poultry Science Association (IPSA). Dr. M. R. Reddy, Principal Scientist delivered a talk on “Efficient use of Water in Poultry Production” and highlighted the quantum and quality of water required in the agricultural sector in general and the poultry sector in particular. There was an essay competition for students and other staff of the Directorate and the winner was awarded by the Director. Chairman of the program, Dr. R. N. Chatterjee highlighted the United Nation Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs) and use of water for mankind. He also emphasized the conservation of water in daily use. A total of 50 participants from the Directorate, faculty of PVNRTVU, research scholars and students participated in the program. Dr Vijay Kumar, Sr. Scientist coordinated the program.
