BARAMULLA: Government Degree College for Women, Sopore, in collaboration with the Sub-District Administration Sopore, organised a one-day seminar on “Viksit Bharat @2047: Empowered Youth, Quality Education and Good Governance”.
The seminar focused on youth empowerment, inclusive education, scientific advancement, women’s empowerment and good governance in achieving the vision of a developed India by 2047.
Principal Prof. Subeena Chillo was the patron of the programme, while Additional Deputy Commissioner Sopore Shabir Ahmad Raina attended as chief patron and chief guest.
Dr Darakshan delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of education, active youth participation, responsible citizenship and effective governance in achieving the national development goals.
Dr Nazrul Islam, programme convener, emphasised the need to engage young people in discussions on the country’s developmental priorities and future aspirations.
The programme featured technical deliberations, student speeches and discussions on education for all, youth empowerment, science and technology for sustainable development, women’s empowerment, public administration and social justice.
Dr Tariq Ahmad Sheikh from the Department of Political Science delivered an address during the technical session. Students Sadiya Jeelani and Taskeenah Latief, both from the fifth semester, shared their views on the seminar’s theme, while Ayman Jan of the first semester conducted the programme.
Faculty members, the organising committee, NSS volunteers and supporting staff contributed to the event. The programme was supported by Prof. Zubair Syed Masoodi, Dr Tanvir Ahmad, Prof. Falak Naz, Dr Mohammad Yusuf, Dr Mir Tabasum, Dr Muzamil Wali and Dr Irfana Showqi, who also serves as NSS Officer of Unit II and co-convener of the Viksit Bharat Committee.
Dr Sumiya Jamshieed of the Department of Botany, convener of Viksit Bharat, presented the vote of thanks, acknowledging the support of the Sub-District Administration, college administration, faculty members, students and volunteers.
The seminar concluded with a call for collective responsibility, quality education, youth engagement and good governance in building an inclusive and developed India by 2047.