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SRINAGAR: The culmination of Literacy Week was celebrated with a vibrant Literacy Day event held in the auditorium of GGHSS Kothibagh, organized by Chief Education Officer Ms. Shabina Keysar. The district-level seminar, along with painting and slogan writing competitions, brought together an inspiring group of educators, students, and community members dedicated to promoting literacy.
The event was graced by the presence of esteemed guests including Ms. Anjum Raja, District Education Planning Officer, Mr. Ghulam Nabi Sheikh, Zonal Education Officer,Srinagar, Mr. Showkat Hussain, District Nodal Officer ULLAS, Ms Hina Amin, District Cultural Coordinator,Ms Nazrana ,Coordinator, students of different schools of District Srinagar and several other officials, educators, new learners, and volunteers.
Ms. Anjum Raja welcomed participants and acknowledged the enthusiastic participation from schools during the Literacy Week celebrations. “ULLAS is a ray of hope for us, enabling us to significantly increase the literacy rate in our district,” she stated. DEPO Srinagar emphasized the importance of community involvement, urging the educated class to volunteer for ULLAS and contribute to societal development. “It is high time we all understand our responsibilities as citizens,” she added.
Mr. Showkat Hussain highlighted the progress of the ULLAS initiative throughout the district, while Mr. Ashiq Hussain,ZNO Rainawari discussed its aims and objectives. Ms. Nazrana from BHSS Gulabbagh focused on the significance of female literacy, and Ms. Geetanjali,ZNO Srinagar provided insights into the technical aspects of ULLAS registration.
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Ghulam Nabi Sheikh, Zonal Education Officer Srinagar. Newly registered volunteers and learners were recognized for their commitment, alongside the District and Zonal team members for their tireless efforts in identifying new learners and developing teaching-learning materials.
The competitions showcased the talent and creativity of students. The winners felicitated today were as follows:
Seminar Competition:
- First Position: Ms. Haleeka Jalal, GGHSS Rainawari
- Second Position: Ms. Hadiya Zargar, GHSS Kothibagh
- Third Position: Shared by Ms. Nahla Bhat, BHSS Gulabbagh; Mr. Hamid Hamidi, BHSS Nawakadal; and Mr. Tufail Ahmad, BHSS Nawakadal
Painting Competition:
- First Position: Shared by Mr. Fawaz Bandey, BHSS Zadibal; Ms. Zehra Shakeel, GGHSS Kothibagh
- Second Position: Shared by Mr. Muneeb, BHSS G.G Mohalla; Mohammad Zamin Wani, S.P Higher Secondary School
- Third Position: Mr. Uzair, BHSS Hazratbal
Slogan Writing Competition:
- First Position: Ms. Maleeha, GGHSS Amirakadal
- Second Position: Shared by Ms. Zahak Javaid, GGHSS Kothibagh; Mr. Zahid Farooq, MPML Higher Secondary School
- Third Position: Shared by Ms. Khushboo Jan, GHS Reitang; Ms. Zeeya Jan, GMS Soura.
This event marks a significant step towards enhancing literacy and education in the Srinagar district, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility among all participants.
