Srinagar: Vice Chancellor of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, Nazir Ahmad Ganai, has been selected for the prestigious 2025-26 Fulbright-Nehru International Education Administrators Award.
The selection was announced by the United States-India Educational Foundation, which chose Prof Ganai as one of a select group of Indian academic leaders to participate in an exchange programme with the higher education system of the United States.
The Fulbright-Nehru programme, sponsored by the US Government, aims to promote mutual understanding and build long-term professional linkages between India and the United States. The International Education Administrators Award is meant for senior academic administrators who have demonstrated leadership and commitment towards internationalisation of their institutions.
As part of the programme, Prof Ganai will take part in seminars, site visits and interactions with US universities and government agencies to study global best practices, strategic partnerships and educational innovation.
Under Prof Ganai’s leadership, SKUAST-K has emerged as one of the leading agricultural universities in the country and is currently ranked third among State Agricultural Universities in India.
During his tenure, the university has entered into dual-degree programmes and collaborations with institutions including University of Guelph, Western Sydney University and Murdoch University.
The university has also introduced new-age programmes such as BTech in Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture, Economics and Data Sciences, aimed at preparing students for emerging opportunities in the agricultural and bio-economy sectors.
Reacting to the selection, Prof Ganai said he was honoured to receive the award and described it as recognition of SKUAST-K’s growing presence in the global academic landscape.
“This is not merely a personal milestone but a reflection of the university’s journey towards academic excellence and international engagement. I look forward to bringing back ideas and insights that can further strengthen our institution and build deeper collaboration with universities in the United States,” he said.
