The ceremony was held at Old Senate Hall with Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Asif Tanveer in the chair as chief guest. Dr. Javed Akhtar, Dean Faculty of Agriculture was guest of hour on the occasion. Dr Asif Tanveer said that all resources were being utilized to disseminate the modern agricultural trend among the farming community. He said that the internship will not only enhance capacity of the students but also help in disseminating the modern trends among the farming community. He showed his concern over the rapidly growing population and declining agricultural area that were creating problems like food security. It must be overcome by increasing productivity per acre and sustainable policy that was need of the hour. Dr Javed Akhtar said that agricultural development is essential to eradicate poverty and achieve a stable economy. He said that all efforts were being made to bring modern research to the doorsteps of farmers. So that agriculture can be made at par with developed nations. Dr Asghar Ali also spoke.