In a significant move to promote higher education and support the youth of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, a comprehensive Training cum Awareness Workshop was organized at GCW Gandhinagar, Jammu for the Principals and Nodal Officers of Government Degree Colleges, Government Polytechnic Colleges, and Government Higher Secondary Schools. This initiative is part of the Special Scholarship Scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan Yojana for the Academic Session 2024-25.
The workshop was inaugurated by Dr. Abhay Jere , Vice Chairman AICTE New Delhi , who, in his address, emphasized on the importance of this scheme in providing equitable educational opportunities to the underprivileged youth in these regions. In his keynote address, Dr. Abhay Jere highlighted the government’s commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure and support systems to empower students from marginalized communities.
The event saw active participation from almost all the educational institutions across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. A total of 352 participants including 51 Principles and 60 Nodal officers from colleges registered for the event. Dr. Ajeet Angral ,Consultant SAGB New Delhi conducted insightful sessions, focusing on the key aspects of the scholarship scheme, application processes, eligibility criteria, and the overall benefits for students. The session was designed to equip the principals and nodal officers with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively implement the scholarship scheme in their respective institutions.
Prof Rajentra B.Kakde, Advisor SAGB, New Delhi expressed, “This workshop is a critical step towards ensuring that the benefits of the Special Scholarship Scheme reach every deserving student. The active participation and enthusiasm shown by the educational leaders reinforce our collective goal of uplifting the educational standards in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.”Mr R K Ganju, Assistant Director, SAGB, New Delhi emphasized the importance of the PMSSS in fostering the talent of youth thereby creating a brighter future for the students of UTs of Jammu and Kashmir and Laddakh.
The workshop also provided a platform for interactive discussions, where participants shared their experiences, challenges, and best practices in managing scholarship programs. These discussions aimed at fostering a collaborative approach to address any potential hurdles in the effective dissemination of the scholarship scheme.