Higher education
Recently Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha highlighted the importance of higher education especially at the university level.
He was addressing the university counsil meeting of Jammu university.
He directed the University for regular revision of curriculum and courses, besides introducing new courses in line with the emerging trends and needs of the modern-day world. The University should also give dedicated focus to promotion of local languages and culture of the region, he said.
The University Council also discussed the success of Design Your Own Degree under-graduate programme.
Discussions were also held on streamlining the process of direct recruitments for various posts, onboarding of sports experts for effective implementation of Sports Policy of the University, Credit framework for Design Your Degree programme etc.
Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu presented a detailed report highlighting University’s thrust on research, skill development, Internships and Start Ups, experiential learning through major projects; path-breaking initiatives of the University including digital and environment friendly initiatives, and promoting trans-disciplinary and holistic Education.
The chair was also briefed on the action taken on the directions passed during the previous meeting.
