Goa has taken a major step towards strengthening veterinary education and animal healthcare with the enrolment of the first batch of 40 students at the Goa Veterinary College in Curti, Ponda. Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant said the college will formally open in October.
The new institution will create opportunities for students to pursue veterinary education within the state while strengthening Goa’s capacity to provide professional animal healthcare.
First Batch Begins Veterinary Education
Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant said the Goa Veterinary College has enrolled its first batch of 40 students. The enrolment marks an important milestone for Goa’s veterinary education sector.
The college at Curti, Ponda, will provide students with access to specialised veterinary education and practical training. By establishing the institution within Goa, the government aims to expand opportunities for students interested in animal healthcare and veterinary sciences.
The college will also contribute to the development of skilled veterinary professionals who can support animal healthcare services across the state.
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Modern Veterinary Hospital Under Construction
Alongside the academic infrastructure, the government is constructing a modern hospital at the college. The facility will include advanced infrastructure to support veterinary treatment and clinical training.
The hospital will give students practical exposure while also strengthening veterinary healthcare facilities in Goa. The combination of academic facilities and a dedicated hospital will allow students to gain hands-on experience as part of their professional education.
Formal Inauguration Planned for October
The government has scheduled the formal inauguration of the Goa Veterinary College for October. With the first batch already enrolled, the institution has begun its journey towards becoming a centre for veterinary education and training in the state.
The new college and hospital together are expected to strengthen Goa’s veterinary ecosystem by developing skilled professionals and expanding access to modern animal healthcare facilities.
Goa’s first batch of veterinary students now marks the beginning of a new chapter in the state’s education and animal healthcare infrastructure.
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