Ganderbal, Aug 21: Design Innovation Centre (DIC), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organised a Mission Yuva–Udyam Jagriti awareness programme to familiarise students with the objectives of the initiative and encourage them towards skill development, innovation, entrepreneurship and self-employment at Tulmulla campus here Friday.
Addressing the participants, Director, DIC and Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Shahid Rasool, spoke about the relevance of Mission Yuva in encouraging young people to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. He emphasised that learning should be accompanied by practical application and encouraged students to acquire skills, experiment with them and test their ideas in real-world situations. Stressing the importance of practice and innovation, he said, “Learn the skill and test it.”
Speaking on the occasion, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, emphasised the importance of acquiring relevant skills in a rapidly changing professional environment. He appreciated the efforts of DIC in organising the programme and stressed that skills can significantly enhance an individual’s value and opportunities. He observed that “skill will make you important, if not indispensable,” and described DIC as a wonderful concept for promoting practical learning, creativity and innovation.
Earlier, in his welcome address, Joint Director DIC, Dr. Javid Ahmad Wani, gave an overview of Mission Yuva–Udyam Jagriti and explained its major components. He briefed the participants about the opportunities available under the initiative and encouraged them to understand the scheme and participate in its various activities.
In his address, District Coordinator, Mission Yuva, Ganderbal, Mr. Arif Nazir, explained the scheme and its implementation process. He briefed the participants about the Mission Yuva Hackathon, particularly the registration procedure, submission of ideas and concepts, and other requirements for participation. He encouraged the students to utilise the platform to present innovative ideas and explore their entrepreneurial potential.
Dr. Firdous Ahmad Sofal, Coordinator, DIC, conducted the programme and highlighted the role of DIC in creating opportunities for students to develop practical skills, experiment with ideas and explore innovation-led entrepreneurship.
