Director, ICAR-NBAGR, Karnal Addresses a Webinar on “Animal Genetic Resources of India”

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Chandigarh January 18, 2022

Department of Zoology, Panjab University (PU) Chandigarh today organized a webinar on “Animal Genetic Resources of India”.

In his address, Director, ICAR-NBAGR, Karnal Dr. B.P. Mishra emphasized the need to conserve India’s mega biodiversity and protect animal genetic resources to meet the increasing food demands and to cater new disease challenges. He spotlighted how climate change is affecting our animal genetic resources and India’s preparedness to stand for it.

Dr. Mishra underpinned the activities of ICAR-NBAGR, Karnal to fulfill the national and international commitments.

The session was chaired by former Vice Chancellor Prof. R.C. Sobti. The Chairman, Department of Zoology Dr. Y.K. Rawal welcomed the guests. The session was concluded with vote of thanks by Dr. Ravneet.