Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ramakrishna Ramaswamy inaugurated a fruit bearing nursery by planting a mango sapling on the University campus on 26th December, 2013. Approximately four acres has been earmarked for this fruit bearing nursery. Prof. S. Mohanty, Chairman, NAAC Steering Committee; Prof. R S Sarraju, Chairman, Campus Amenities Committee and other officials of the University were present at the inauguration.
The Horticulture department is taking up the plantation drive in the areas surrounding the nursery as well as across the campus. The focus is on developing greenery on the campus and help in preserving the environment.
Any one on the campus who is keen to help in the plantation drive may contact Mr. Sharma, Asst. Horticulturist on 9440266311 or Mr. Subba Rao on 7396490366 of the horticulture department or email to hcusubbu@gmail.com.