More than 2,500 veterinary graduates in Andhra Pradesh are pressing for a merit‑based recruitment process, citing delays that affect livestock health and dairy productivity. 7 September, the VAS aspirants will meet MLA P. Vishnu Kumar Raju in Seethammadhara to push for a competitive exam. The move could overhaul the state’s hiring practices.

  • Over 2,500 veterinary graduates demand a transparent, merit‑based hiring process.
  • MLA P. Vishnu Kumar Raju is scheduled to meet the candidates on 7 September.
  • Applicants seek a single‑stage competitive exam to fill 164 VAS Class‑A vacancies.

Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) Class‑A aspirants in Andhra Pradesh are frustrated by prolonged stagnation in appointments, which they say hampers livestock healthcare and dairy output. The backlog has pushed over 2,500 qualified graduates to await a fair selection mechanism.

In response, Visakhapatnam North MLA P. Vishnu Kumar Raju has agreed to listen to the grievances at his office in Balayya Sastry Layout, Seethammadhara, on Monday, September 7. This gesture signals a potential shift toward greater transparency within the Animal Husbandry Department.

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The candidates argue that a single‑stage written or computer‑based competitive exam, similar to those used in Telangana and other states, would ensure merit‑based and equitable selection for the 164 approved VAS Class‑A vacancies listed under G.O. Ms. No. 81. With a candidate pool of approximately 2,500, such a test is deemed essential.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that a transparent recruitment process not only boosts professional morale but also has a direct impact on rural economies and public health. A competent veterinary workforce is crucial for disease surveillance and dairy productivity, which in turn affects farmers’ livelihoods.

"A competitive exam ensures selection based on merit and optimizes government resources," says Dr. Radhika Singh, Veterinary Policy Expert.
Did You Know?: Since 2015, demand for veterinarians in India has risen over 30%, intensifying pressure on rural health services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many VAS Class‑A positions have been confirmed?

A1: A total of 164 positions have been confirmed for recruitment through a competitive exam.

Q2: Is there any discrimination in the current selection process?

A2: Allegations of lack of transparency and potential bias have emerged in the existing hiring framework.