Minister inaugurates 750kV solar system at Peshawar Agriculture University

Provincial minister for higher education Meena Khan Afridi emphasized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s commitment to resolving the financial crises faced by the public sector universities.
Meena Khan Afridi, after inaugurating a 750kV solar system at Agriculture University Peshawar on Friday, assured that the government was serious about addressing the financial difficulties of universities in the province with a practical action plan.
The event was attended by key university officials, including Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean Prof Dr Daud Jan, Registrar Dr Rizwan Ahmed, and faculty members.
Minister Afridi also highlighted the government’s green initiatives, announcing that the budget introduced the ongoing financial year was primarily focused on sustainability, with all institutions to be shifted to solar energy systems.
“This is not only for the agricultural university, but we are determined to give a clear guideline for universities and other institutions towards sustainability and green energy,” he said.
He expressed hope that with proper education and training, students would enter practical life successfully and contribute significantly to the agricultural development of KP and Pakistan.
Vice Chancellor Dr Jahan Bakht praised Minister Afridi for his continuous efforts in advancing higher education and his support in addressing the challenges faced by the university.
He noted that the University of Agriculture Peshawar was the first university to adopt green energy initiatives, and the solar system will not only reduce the university’s electricity costs but also contribute to environmental protection by cutting down pollution.
He also mentioned that another solar project is underway and will be completed soon.
In addition to the solar system, Minister Afridi launched a regular tree plantation campaign at the university, marking the beginning of an environmental initiative by planting an araucaria sapling.
He acknowledged the vital role played by the university’s experts in the agricultural development of the region and expressed confidence that the university’s students would continue to contribute to the agricultural and livestock sectors at national and international levels.