Sakeena Itoo inaugurates newly constructed administrative block at Government College for Women, M.A. Road

• Emphasises strengthening educational infrastructure, promoting women’s education and enhancing institutional efficiency

SRINAGAR: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today inaugurated the newly constructed Administrative Block at Government College for Women, M.A. Road, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen the institutional infrastructure of the prestigious women’s educational institution.

Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Minister emphasised the importance of strengthening educational infrastructure alongside academic excellence, observing that a well-equipped institutional environment is fundamental to the effective delivery of education and the overall academic, intellectual and personal development of students.

Underscoring the government’s commitment to improving educational facilities across Jammu and Kashmir, Sakeena Itoo said that concerted efforts are being undertaken to ensure that educational institutions are equipped with the requisite infrastructure and facilities to provide quality education in a conducive, supportive and student-friendly environment.

“The government’s endeavour is to ensure that educational institutions across Jammu and Kashmir have the necessary infrastructure and facilities to provide quality education in a conducive and student-friendly environment. Strengthening the infrastructure of colleges is not merely about creating physical assets; it is about improving the overall academic ecosystem and enabling our institutions to function more effectively,” the Minister said.

Highlighting the pivotal role of women’s education in building an inclusive, progressive and empowered society, the Minister stressed that educational institutions must provide young women with the necessary opportunities and an enabling environment to excel academically, realise their potential and prepare themselves to shoulder greater responsibilities in society.

Reaffirming the government’s emphasis on women’s empowerment through education, she remarked, “Empowering women through quality education remains one of our foremost priorities. Our colleges must serve as centres of learning, confidence-building and excellence, where young women are equipped with the knowledge, skills and opportunities required to shape their future and contribute meaningfully to society.”

The Minister further emphasised the need for educational institutions to pursue continuous improvements in infrastructure, administrative efficiency and the quality of academic services. She called for sustained and coordinated efforts to ensure the effective utilisation of the facilities developed within educational institutions, stressing that infrastructure investments must translate into tangible improvements in the educational experience of both students and staff.

Reiterating the government’s commitment to strengthening the higher education sector, Sakeena Itoo highlighted the ongoing efforts to upgrade institutional facilities and establish an enabling academic environment that promotes academic growth, encourages innovation and supports the holistic development of students.

Expressing optimism about the utility of the newly inaugurated facility, the Minister hoped that the Administrative Block would facilitate more efficient administrative functioning and contribute to further strengthening the academic and institutional environment at Government College for Women, M.A. Road.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Principal, Government College for Women, Dr. Yasmeen Farooq; Secretary, Higher Education, Shafqat Iqbal; Nodal Principal for colleges in the Kashmir Division, Dr. Seema Naz; other senior officers of the Higher Education Department; and faculty members of the college.