Archive · 6 Dec 2025
Pune's College of Agriculture: War Hospital to Food Security Hub
The College of Agriculture in Pune, started in 1907, was one of the first places in India to teach farming and science.
During World War I, it was turned into a big hospital for soldiers.
Important people like M A Jinnah visited it.
The college has a special water supply and is still working on ways to make sure India has enough food.
It's also famous because it was shown in a popular movie.
Now, it's called Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth.
The College of Agriculture, Pune, was established in 1907 as one of India's first agricultural colleges.
Between 1916 and 1919, it was converted into a war hospital for soldiers during World War I.
Notable figures like M A Jinnah and Jagjivan Ram have been chief guests at the institution.
The college has a secured water source from the Khadakwasla dam for its agricultural experiments.
It is now known as Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth and continues to focus on food security research.
- Who
- College of Agriculture, Pune (now Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth)
- What
- Historical institution that served as a war hospital and now focuses on agricultural research
- When
- Established in 1907, served as a war hospital between 1916-1919
- Where
- Pune, India
- Why
- Initially set up for agricultural education and research, later repurposed for war hospital during World War I
- Established
- 1907
- Original Purpose
- Agricultural education and research
- War Hospital Period
- 1916-1919
- Notable Chief Guest
- M A Jinnah (1917)
- Current Name
- Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth
- Water Source
- Khadakwasla dam
- Architectural Recognition
- Featured in the film Munnabhai MBBS