Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) has taken a significant step towards broadening its academic horizons with the establishment of the Department of Fine Arts (Art & Design). Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman formally inaugurated the Fine Arts Department and highlighted the importance of fine arts in holistic education and cultural development. Deans, Directors, Chairpersons, Faculty Members and a large number of students were also present at the occasion.

In his address, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman said that artists have used agriculture as a subject to express cultural values, honor the cycles of nature, and document rural life. He further noted that fine arts not only celebrate farming communities but also play a vital role in preserving agricultural heritage and raising awareness on environmental and sustainability issues. The establishment of the Fine Arts Department marks a new era of interdisciplinary growth at the university, promising to enrich the cultural and academic landscape of the campus.

Dr. Aneela Afzal, Chairperson of the newly established department, expressed her excitement about the program’s launch. He said that Fine arts education encourages students to think creatively and explore new forms of expression. Our 4-Year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program is designed to expose students to a wide range of artistic disciplines while deepening their understanding of diverse cultures, histories and worldviews.