Minister of State for PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control Nazir Ahmad Gurezi has said that education is key to overall development of the State adding that need of the hour is to impart quality education to the students.The Minister was speaking at a function held at Degree College Dawar Gurez today. The function was organized by the Directorate of Life Learning, University of Kashmir in connection with Vocational Training and Skill Development programme. Three courses included basic computer, electrician and cutting tailoring advance course have been started in the College. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the Government under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has taken several steps to upgrade the educational infrastructure in the State. He said number of new schools and colleges have been opened in the State with the aim to improve the education scenario.
Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir Prof. Talat Ahmad also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the importance of vocational trainings and skill development programme. He also announced that separate examination for both regular and private students will be conducted for Gurez students because of climatic conditions.Detailed discussion was also held on collection of forms for both regular and private Degree Course classes of 1st, 2nd and 3rd year at Gurez. It was decided that the Forms will now be collected in Degree College Gurez. Later, the Minister and Vice Chancellor distributed 1000 sweaters among the students under Community Development Scheme.
Earlier, the Minister reviewed the stock position of essential commodities of Gurez Tehsil. Gurezi directed the Sub pisional Magistrate Gurez to ensure dumping of stocks and its proper distribution. On the occasion, several deputations met the Minister and apprised him about their inpidual and collective problems.The Minister gave them a patient hearing and assured them that their genuine demands will be looked into. In some cases, the Minister gave on-the-spot directions to the concerned for immediate redressal.