The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in association with the Punjab Skill Development Mission conducted a state level ‘Floristry Skill’ competition under the aegis of World Skill Competition 2024.

The chief guest, Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, called upon the students to remain undeterred during rough phase, navigate challenges with grit and work hard to achieve milestones in life.

Divulging details, Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), informed that 12 selected candidates from across Punjab participated with zeal and vigour in the competition. Of these, 10 students from PAU made it to the competition, she said, while remarking that such co-curricular activities helped youths to nurture competitive spirit, unveil their hidden talent and instill self-confidence.

The judges for the competition comprised Dr Rupinder Kaur, Dr Jaswinder Kaur Brar, Associate Director (Culture), and Dr Simrat Singh, Scientist, Floriculture and Landscaping.

Dr Prerna Kapila informed that the students displayed their aesthetic skills and taste in the making of small and big bouquets as well as jewelry using ornamental flowers.

Three students of B.Sc Horticulture, namely Aninya Thakur, Mohammad Savik and Gagandeep Kaur bagged the top three slots.

Mrs Kanwaljit Kaur and Mrs Kuldeep Kaur welcomed the judges and the participants as well as coordinated the programme.

Dr Lavleesh Garg, Extension Scientist, proposed a vote of thanks.