Punjab Government Appoints New Vice Chancellor for University of Agriculture, Faisalabad–Official Notification Issued

Punjab Government Announces New Vice Chancellor for University of Agriculture, Faisalabad:

In a significant development for higher education in Punjab, the Government of Punjab’s Agriculture Department has officially appointed Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali S/O Muhammad Ramzan as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF). This decision has been made under Section 14(6) read with Section 11(8) of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Act, 1973.

According to the official notification (NO. SO (R&E) 7-33/2023-VC-UAF), issued on March 4, 2025, Dr. Zulfiqar Ali will serve as Vice Chancellor for a tenure of four years from the date of joining, subject to the pleasure of the Chancellor. His appointment is expected to bring innovation, academic excellence, and research advancements to one of Pakistan’s leading agricultural universities.

Students, faculty members, and professionals in the education and agriculture sectors are encouraged to stay updated on government notifications and policy changes affecting higher education institutions in Punjab. Notification Describes;

GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB
AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT
Dated Lahore, the 4^th March, 2025

Notification

NO. SO (R&E) 7-33/2023-VC-UAF: In exercise of the powers vested in him in terms of Section 14 (6) read with Section 11 (8) of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Act, 1973, the Governor/Chancellor has been pleased to appoint Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali S/O Muhammad Ramzan as Vice Chancellor, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, for a period of four years.

2.            He shall hold the office during pleasure of the Chancellor for a term not exceeding four years from the date of joining.

BY ORDER OF THE GOVERNOR/CHANCELLOR

SECRETARY TO GOVT. OF THE PUNJAB
AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT

SECTION OFFICER (Plan-III/R&E)

A New Era for UAF Under the Leadership of Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali:

The appointment of Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali as the Vice Chancellor of UAF marks a new chapter in the university’s journey toward academic and research excellence. As one of Pakistan’s top agricultural universities, UAF plays a crucial role in advancing agricultural research, innovation, and education.

The Punjab Government’s decision aims to strengthen leadership at UAF, ensuring progressive policies, faculty development, and enhanced student learning opportunities. Stakeholders in the education and agriculture sectors should remain engaged with government notifications for further updates on higher education policies, university appointments, and research advancements.

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