The Department of Zoology, S.CH.V.P.M.R. Government Degree College, Ganapavaram, organized an awareness program on the occasion of World Rabies Day on 28th September 2025. The program aimed to raise awareness among students and faculty regarding the causes, prevention, and control of rabies — a fatal yet 100% preventable zoonotic disease that continues to pose a global public health challenge.
The event was inaugurated by Dr. P. Nirmala Kumari, Principal, who addressed the gathering and highlighted the importance of responsible pet vaccination, timely medical attention after animal bites, and community-level education in eradicating rabies. Vice Principal Dr. K. Swarupa Rani elaborated on the global theme of World Rabies Day 2025 and its relevance in today’s context.
Faculty members including Sri K.V. Ganesh Kumar (IQAC Coordinator), Sri N.V.N.B. Srinivas, Sri Sk. Moin Ansari, and Sri P. Bhaskar contributed to the program by sharing valuable insights on the disease’s transmission, symptoms, and preventive strategies.
As part of the student activities, a PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) competition was organized, focusing on the theme of rabies awareness, prevention, and control. A total of 35 students actively participated, demonstrating their understanding of the topic and innovative approaches to spreading awareness.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks, appreciating the efforts of faculty members, student participants, and organizers for their enthusiastic involvement. The event successfully achieved its objective of enhancing knowledge and promoting proactive measures to “End Rabies: Vaccinate, Educate, Eliminate.”
