Ludhiana, November 5, 2026:- Dr. Deepti Vijay of the Centre for One Health at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University has received the prestigious Best Academic Award 2026. She received the award at the 3rd International One Health Conference organised by Project One Health in Kerala.
Vice-Chancellor Dr. Jatinder Pal Singh Gill congratulated her and said that such recognitions bring laurels to the university and reflect the dedication, academic excellence and research capabilities of its faculty members. Dr. Gill emphasised the university's commitment to promoting interdisciplinary research and innovation in the emerging fields of veterinary science and One Health.
The award recognises her outstanding contributions to teaching, research, innovation, mentoring and academic leadership, particularly in the areas of veterinary public health, zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance and food safety.
Dr. Jasbir Singh Bedi, Director of the Centre for One Health, congratulated Dr. Deepti and appreciated her contributions towards advancing One Health research and education. Dr. Bedi said that such achievements strengthen the academic reputation of the centre and encourage impactful interdisciplinary research to address emerging health challenges.
Dr. Swaran Singh Randhawa, Dean, College of Veterinary Science, also congratulated Dr. Deepti on this achievement. Dr. Randhawa appreciated her commitment to academic excellence and said that such honours inspire faculty members and students to pursue innovative research and make meaningful contributions to veterinary education and social welfare.
