Ludhiana, December 04, 2025-The ongoing Youth Festival at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, highlighted pressing social issues through gripping theatrical presentations. The day featured energetic competitions of Mime and Skit, bringing to life a range of contemporary socio-political and environmental concerns.
Dr Nirmal Jaura, Director Students’ Welfare, PAU, graced the occasion as guest of honour in the morning session.
Dr JPS Gill, Vice-Chancellor uttered “The theatre events at our Youth Festival reflect the creativity and social awareness of our students. Their performances beautifully portrayed contemporary issues with maturity and depth. Such platforms build confidence, sensitivity and leadership among youth. I am proud of their talent and congratulate all participants for their remarkable efforts.”
Dr. Rabinder Singh Aulakh , Director Students’ Welfare, praised the students for their professionalism and impactful performances, noting that the presentations served as a “true mirror of life and society.”
Dr. Gursharn Jit Singh Sandhu, Principal, SCD Govt College for boys, Ludhiana graced the event as guest of honour in the yesterday's evening session. He visited the stalls of value added products, displayed by various colleges of the university and appreciated the tasteful preparation.
Students from multiple constituent and affiliated colleges—College of Veterinary Science; College of Dairy and Food Science Technology; College of Fisheries; College of Animal Biotechnology; Veterinary Science College, Rampura Phul; Veterinary Polytechnic, Kaljharani; and Khalsa College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Amritsar participated enthusiastically.
Organizing Secretary Dr. SPS Ghuman announced that Punjabi Group Folk Dance (Female) will be held tomorrow at 2:00 pm, followed by Punjabi Group Folk Dance (Male) at 4:00 pm, both at the Open Air Theatre, PAU. He declared the results of the competitions.
Results
Mime
1.College of Dairy and Food Science Technology
2. College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana
3. Veterinary Polytechnic, Kaljharani
Skit
1. College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana
2. Veterinary Polytechnic, Kaljharani
3. College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul
Ramp Walk in Punjabi Attire
College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul (Team)
Natasha, College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana (Individual)
Results of Evening Session (December 03, 2025)
Light Vocal
1. Ankesh, College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana
2. Suneha Mandal, College of Fisheries
3. Tanisq Bhagat, College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul
Group Song (Indian)
1. College of Fisheries
2. Khalsa College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Amritsar
3. College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana