RAWALPINDI: The Institute of Food & Nutritional Sciences at Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) celebrated World Food Day 2026 under the theme “Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow”, focusing on healthy eating, food security and sustainable food systems.
The day’s activities included a colourful Food Fest, Poster Competition, Seminar and Awareness Walk. The events highlighted the importance of nutritious food, innovative solutions to food-related challenges and collective efforts needed to ensure food security.
PMAS-AAUR Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman attended the event as chief guest. He visited the food stalls and poster presentations, and also took part in the seminar and awareness walk.
Speaking on the occasion, the Vice Chancellor said that food security and healthy nutrition were vital for building a healthier society. He said universities must take a leading role in promoting research, innovation and public awareness to help develop sustainable solutions to food-related issues.
Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman also underlined the need to encourage responsible food choices, improve nutritional awareness and adopt innovative approaches so that safe, nutritious and sustainable food could be made available for all.
