The University of Kashmir (KU)  on Friday received five electric carts from Jammu & Kashmir Bank to facilitate easy mobility of specially-abled students across the campus. The initiative is aimed at making the university environment more inclusive and accessible, ensuring that students with special needs can move conveniently between departments, hostels, and other facilities.

Of these, three carts will be stationed at the Main Campus and two at Zakura Campus to ensure better accessibility for students at both locations.

Speaking on the occasion, Vice-Chancellor KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan said, “This generous support from J&K Bank reflects a strong commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in higher education. The University is determined to create a learner-friendly campus where every student feels supported and empowered.”

She further added that the university has taken several steps to strengthen student support services and will continue to work in partnership with institutions and organisations to enhance facilities for specially-abled students.

Dean Academic Affairs KU, Prof. Shariefuddin Pirzada; Dean College Development Council KU, Prof. Khurshid Butt; Registrar KU, Prof. Naseer Iqbal; Director Admissions & Competitive Examinations KU Prof. Fayaz Ahmad, Dean Students' Welfare KU Prof. Pervez Ahmed; Director IoT Zakura Campus KU, Prof. Tariq Banday, and other senior administrative officials of the varsity and officials from J&K Bank including Chief General Manager Mr. Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat; Divisional Head (Kashmir) J&K Bank Mr. Arshad Qadri and, Zonal Head Srinagar J&K Bank Mr. Layek Jan, were also present at the occasion.

Prof. Khan along with other administrative officials also took a ride in the electric carts to check its safety and suitability for campus use, expressing satisfaction over the facility.