Patna: Governor-cum-chancellor of universities, Syed Ata Hasnain, on Thursday directed universities to organize separate interactions between him and representatives of students and teachers at regular intervals. This step aims to identify and address their genuine concerns promptly.
Review of Bihar Agricultural University
Reviewing the academic and administrative functioning of Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, at Lok Bhawan, Hasnain emphasized that direct interactions with students and teachers from individual universities would help him better understand academic and campus-related issues. He also advocated for regular engagement between current scholars and former students to foster a healthy academic environment.
Governor’s additional chief secretary Dipak Kumar Singh, BAU vice-chancellor D R Singh, and other senior university officials attended the meeting.
Language and Placement Initiatives
The chancellor directed universities to ensure proper teaching of English and at least one foreign language to enhance students’ competitiveness globally. He said students completing such language courses should be awarded certificates.
Hasnain also asked universities to regularly update their placement cells with details of students placed in various organizations so that future batches could benefit from better employment opportunities. He further urged institutions to promote waste-paper recycling among students and faculty members.
Social and Innovative Suggestions
The chancellor suggested that universities and colleges adopt as many leprosy patients as possible to help ensure their medical treatment and healthcare. He also advised the vice-chancellor to explore innovative initiatives such as developing a ‘Sindoor Park’ at Officers’ Training Academies in Gaya, Danapur Cantonment, and other locations.
National Mango Festival
On the occasion, Hasnain released the logo of the proposed National Mango Festival, which will be organized at Sabour on June 27 and 28.
