IGNOU Regional Centre Srinagar organized a series of events on 20th April 2025 in the auditorium of SKIMS Soura Srinagar which include the releasing of the book called achievements for the year 2024-25 and organised induction meeting for students who took admission for the January 2025 session.
The book release ceremony of "Achievements for the Year 2024-25" was graced by several distinguished personalities, including Prof Dr. Mohd Ashraf Ganie, Director, SKIMS, Prof Naser Iqbal, Registrar, Kashmir University, Prof GH Yatoo head department of hospitals Administration SKIMS, Dr Zafar incharge CRC Bemina, Dr Aijaz Ashraf Regional Director MANUU, principals of the Govt Degree College s, and other dignitaries which includes Coordinators from various study centres, academic counselor and staff from Regional Centre Srinagar and above all students. The auditorium was packed.
Regional Director Dr. AH Rizvi is his welcome address highlighted the achievements that have been showcased in the book "Achievements for the Year 2024-25." Dr. Rizvi said that the book highlights the centre's contributions to academic excellence, including Conducting academic counseling sessions for students, Monitoring practicals to ensure hands-on learning experiences, Successfully conducting examinations and maintaining academic integrity. Other Notable Achievements were Providing support services to students, including academic guidance and mentorship, Fostering a sense of community among students and faculty Contributing to the overall growth and development of the region through education.
The book serves as a testament of the excellent leadership of our Vice Chancellor Prof Uma Kinjilal, Director (RSD) Dr Manorma Singh, various schools, units and centres at headquarters, and to the hard work and dedication of the principals, coordinators and Part time staff of study centres across Kashmir Valley and Regional Centre. Dr Rizvi praised the contribution of Dr Abdullah Asst Regional Director and Mr Bhanwar Singh Assistant Registrar for his outstanding services to IGNOU. The guests praised the Regional Director's efforts in promoting academic excellence and expressed their appreciation for the book, which serves as a testament to the centre's hard work and dedication. The Coordinators praised the Regional Director for his outstanding services to valley learners in 2024 and for streamlining academic, administrative and financial activities at study centres.
In another event an induction program was also organised for the new students who got themselves enrolled for the January 2025 admission session. The aim of the induction meeting was to familiarize new students with the university's academic programs, policies, and support services.
During the induction meeting Dr Abdullah Asst Regional Director provided valuable insights into academic expectations, student support services, and opportunities available at IGNOU.
The event provided a platform for students to engage with new ideas and perspectives in various fields of study. Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many appreciating the university's efforts to create a supportive learning environment. The auditorium was jam packed with the students, officers and other stakeholders.