Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal has stressed the need for digitalization, modern curricula and stronger industry linkages to prepare graduates for the changing job market. Addressing a SAUTA ceremony, Dr. Altaf Siyal said teaching and research were rapidly evolving and degree programs must align with technology, industry and emerging market needs. He highlighted the university’s financial challenges and said his priority was to clear outstanding dues of retired employees and improve teaching and learning facilities. He also termed the regularization of KCAMS staff and approval of the Information Technology Centre as SAU’s sixth faculty important achievements. SAUTA President Dr. Fahad Nazir Khoso appreciated the administration’s efforts for teachers’ welfare and institutional development. Dr. Javed Ali Gadhi, Dr. Muhammad Yaqoob Koondhar, Pro Vice Chancellor Dr. Zia-ul-Hassan Shah, Deans Dr. Aijaz Ali Khooharo, Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi, Dr. Muneer Ahmed Mangrio, Registrar Ghulam Mohiuddin Qureshi, and other faculty members also attended.

Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam, organized a plantation drive under the “Green Pakistan, Green Future” campaign as part of Independence Day 2026 celebrations. Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal, along with deans, faculty members, officers and students, participated in the activity. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Altaf Siyal stressed the importance of forest conservation and climate-smart agriculture and proposed a “One Student, One Tree” initiative, urging students to plant and care for trees throughout their educational journey. Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi and Dr. Muhammad Ismail Kumbhar also highlighted environmental responsibility. Dr. Inayatullah Rajpar, Dr. Syed Ghiasuddin Shah Rashdi, Dr. Muneer Ahmed Mangrio and Dr. Amani Mannakkara also participated.

Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam, organized a plantation drive under the “Green Pakistan, Green Future” campaign as part of Independence Day 2026 celebrations. Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal, along with deans, faculty members, officers and students, participated in the activity. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Altaf Siyal stressed the importance of forest conservation and climate-smart agriculture and proposed a “One Student, One Tree” initiative, urging students to plant and care for trees throughout their educational journey. Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi and Dr. Muhammad Ismail Kumbhar also highlighted environmental responsibility. Dr. Inayatullah Rajpar, Dr. Syed Ghiasuddin Shah Rashdi, Dr. Muneer Ahmed Mangrio and Dr. Amani Mannakkara also participated.

A Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) accreditation team visited Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam to review the B.E. Agricultural Engineering program for the 2K22, 2K23, 2K24 and 2K26 batches. The team inspected laboratories, workshops, classrooms, libraries and other facilities and interacted with students and faculty. The PEC team appreciated SAU’s academic infrastructure, Outcome-Based Education (OBE), affordable fee structure and efforts to provide quality engineering education, particularly for students from rural areas. The team recommended stronger industry linkages, digitalization, paperless systems, biometric attendance and updated curricula aligned with modern technology. Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal reaffirmed SAU’s commitment to quality education, digital transformation, research, innovation and improved employment opportunities for students. Dean FAET Engr. Prof. Dr. Munir Ahmed Mangrio, Engr. Prof. Dr. Mashooque Ali Talpur, Engr. Prof. Dr. Irfan Ahmed Shaikh, Engr. Dr. Muhammad Sohail Memon and Engr. Zaheer Ahmed Khan also participated in the discussions.

Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam observed Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir by organizing a solidarity rally led by Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal, with participation from deans, faculty members, students, officers, and employees. Addressing the gathering, the Vice Chancellor said August 5, 2019, marked a tragic turning point in Kashmir's history and reaffirmed Pakistan's continued diplomatic, political, and moral support for the Kashmiri people, emphasizing the role of universities in promoting peace, justice, and human rights. Chairman STEP, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ismail Kumbhar, highlighted the importance of justice, freedom, and human dignity, while the event concluded with special prayers for Pakistan and the people of Kashmir.

A high-level Higher Education Commission (HEC) review panel visited Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam to evaluate the academic quality, infrastructure, and institutional performance of the Information Technology Centre (ITC). Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal reaffirmed the University's commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and industry-oriented education, emphasizing the need to equip graduates with modern technical and professional skills. Director ITC, Dr. Mir Sajjad Talpur, highlighted the Centre's state-of-the-art facilities, international collaborations, student achievements, and strong placement record in leading technology companies. The HEC panel appreciated the University's investment in modern educational infrastructure and ongoing digital transformation initiatives. Among those present were Prof. Dr. Aijaz Ali Khooharo, Ghulam Mohiuddin Qureshi, Prof. Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi, Dr. Saleem Masih Bhatti, Dr. Mukhtiar Memon, Muhammad Ashraf Rustamani and other senior faculty members and officials.

A high-level Higher Education Commission (HEC) review panel visited Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam to evaluate the academic quality, infrastructure, and institutional performance of the Information Technology Centre (ITC). Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal reaffirmed the University's commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and industry-oriented education, emphasizing the need to equip graduates with modern technical and professional skills. Director ITC, Dr. Mir Sajjad Talpur, highlighted the Centre's state-of-the-art facilities, international collaborations, student achievements, and strong placement record in leading technology companies. The HEC panel appreciated the University's investment in modern educational infrastructure and ongoing digital transformation initiatives. Among those present were Prof. Dr. Aijaz Ali Khooharo, Ghulam Mohiuddin Qureshi, Prof. Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi, Dr. Saleem Masih Bhatti, Dr. Mukhtiar Memon, Muhammad Ashraf Rustamani, Dr. Arif Magsi, Dr. Muhammad Yaqoob Kondhar, Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Mahar, Dr. Suhni Abbasi, and other senior faculty members and officials.

Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam has launched a four-year strategic plan to improve academic quality, governance, and financial sustainability. Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal called for practical reforms, market-oriented degree programs, and new revenue-generation strategies. Chairman of the Strategic Planning Committee Prof. Dr. Muhammad Aslam Uqaili emphasized institutional reforms and commercialization of research, while Registrar Ghulam Mohiuddin Qureshi highlighted HEC’s new quality assurance framework. Dr. Saleem Maseeh Bhatti and senior faculty members, including Dr. Inayatullah Rajpar, Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi, Dr. Munir Ahmed Mangrio, Dr. Syed Ghiasuddin Shah, Dr. Mir Sajjad Talpur, and others, also participated in the session