Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of incubation space under Veterinary Livestock Innovation and Incubation Foundation (VLIIF), a Section 8 company. Dr. JPS Gill, Vice Chancellor, formally inaugurated the facility, alongside Dr. Praveen Roy, Scientist G and Head of Technology, Translation, and Innovation at the Department of Science and Technology (DST), joined the occasion virtually.
Dr Gill informed that the funds for the incubation facility were provided by the DST’s NIDHI program, aimed at establishing the Inclusive Technology Business Incubator. This space will serve as a hub for cutting-edge research and development in dairy innovation, as well as a supportive environment for startups and entrepreneurs in the field. He said that the establishment of the Dairy Innovation and Incubation Centre is part of Varsity’s broader vision to promote sustainable practices in the veterinary and livestock sectors while encouraging the translation of research into real-world applications. In addition, financial support upto 10 lacs as ignition grant is being provided to support StartUps on an individual basis in accordance with DST criteria. The interested Startup can apply for this grant through the dedicated website of VLIIF.
Dr. R.S. Sethi, Additional Director of Research and Principal Investigator of the project acknowledged the support provided by DST-NIDHI to establish this facility. Dr. Sethi said that the centre has already enrolled 11 incubatees, marking a successful beginning in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the dairy sector. The facility aims to provide a conducive environment for collaborative research, incubation, and the commercialization of new technologies that can transform the livestock and dairy industries.
The inauguration event was attended by Dr CS Yadava, Scientist C, Technology, Translation, and Innovation division, DST along with Deans and Directors of Varsity, highlighting the collective support for innovation and advancement in the field of veterinary science and livestock management.
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