Srinagar: Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Friday announced that Jammu & Kashmir has achieved the status of a ‘Fully Literate Union Territory’ under the ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (NBSK), with a reported literacy rate of over 98 percent.
Taking to microblogging site X, the Minister said, “With deep honor, I declare that Jammu & Kashmir has achieved the noble distinction of becoming a Fully Literate Union Territory, recording an outstanding literacy rate of 98.43% under the ULLAS –NBSK.”
She said that Jammu & Kashmir is now fully literate. “Let us celebrate this with pride.”
“From the mountains of Kashmir to the plains of Jammu, our teachers, officers, volunteers, and learners carried the torch of education into every community. Their dedication has transformed lives and strengthened the foundation of a brighter future,” the minister said.
She said that this achievement belongs to every teacher who taught, every volunteer who served, every officer who guided, and above all, every learner who chose to learn.
“Let us remember, this is not the end of our journey. It is the beginning of a new chapter. A chapter where education will continue to guide Jammu & Kashmir towards peace, progress, dignity, equality, and prosperity,” she said.
Her post on X read:
“Today, we celebrate a historic milestone. A moment of immense pride for every citizen of J&K.
“With deep honour, I declare that Jammu & Kashmir has achieved the noble distinction of becoming a Fully Literate Union Territory, recording an outstanding literacy rate of 98.43% under the ULLAS –NBSK.
“Jammu & Kashmir is now fully literate. Let us celebrate this with pride.
“On this historic occasion, I express my heartfelt gratitude to Hon’ble Chief Minister Jb. Omar Abdullah for his visionary leadership, constant guidance, and unwavering commitment towards strengthening education and empowering the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
“But let us remember… this is not the end of our journey. It is the beginning of a new chapter. A chapter where education will continue to guide Jammu & Kashmir towards peace, progress, dignity, equality, and prosperity.
“This is your victory… your legacy… and your gift to generations yet to come.”
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LG greets teachers on Teachers’ Day
Srinagar, Sep 04: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest greetings to the teachers on the occasion of Teachers’ Day, which is being celebrated on September 05.
In a message, the LG said, “Heartiest greetings and best wishes to the teachers on the occasion of Teachers’ Day. I offer my humble tributes to the great educationist, philosopher, and former President of India, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ji, on his Janm-Jayanti. His exemplary life and visionary work continue to be a guiding light for generations to come.
“Teachers’ Day provides an auspicious occasion to express our profound gratitude for the continuous commitment of educators to human advancement.
“Teachers are true nation-builders and changemakers. By sparking curiosity and breaking down barriers, they shape young minds and help students grow into creative and compassionate leaders.
“I urge teachers to celebrate every student’s unique quality and make their classrooms engaging and interactive spaces. On this day, let us strengthen our resolve to provide quality education for all and work together to build a Developed India by 2047,” Sinha said.
