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GCW MA Road celebrates 75 years of excellence in women’s education

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  • 16 Oct 2025

    Srinagar, Oct 15: Government College for Women (GCW), Moulana Azad Road, Srinagar, celebrated its 75th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its journey of imparting quality education to women. The event, titled “75 Years: A Celebration of Excellence in Women’s Education,” drew an overwhelming turnout of dignitaries, alumni, and students. As per a statement issued here, Minister for Higher Education, Sakeena Masood Itoo, was the Chief Guest, while Financial Secretary, Additional Chief Secretary HED, Shantmanu, was the Guest of Honour. In her address, the Minister praised the college for its immense contribution to education in Kashmir. “I feel this college has contributed the most in Kashmir at this time,” she said, stressing that education remains the key to progress. She highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the education sector, including the appointment of new teachers and the operationalisation of several new colleges.  Shantmanu congratulated the students, staff, and alumni, remarking that GCW M.A. Road has always hosted eminent personalities and maintained a proud academic tradition. “Today is a day of celebration, and I once again congratulate all those associated with this historic institution,” he said. Director Colleges, Prof (Dr) Sheikh Aijaz Bashir, and Dean Academic Affairs, Cluster University Srinagar, Prof (Dr) Nazir Ahmad Simnani, lauded the institution’s legacy and praised Principal Prof (Dr) Yasmeen Farooq and event convener Prof Majida Maqbool for organising the grand celebration. Prof Bashir said the college has the potential to evolve into a university, while Prof Simnani recalled its long-standing culture of academic excellence. The ceremony began with a soulful college tarana and a welcome address by Principal Prof (Dr) Yasmeen Farooq, who highlighted the institution’s achievements. A documentary, AV presentation, and alumni interviews showcased the college’s journey, including its resilience during the 2014 floods. Special coffee-table books, newsletters, and publications authored by alumni, faculty, and students were released. “Founded in 1950 with a small cohort of visionary teachers and learners, the college has evolved into a thriving centre of higher learning,” said Prof Farooq. “The education imparted here is not confined to books and classrooms—it prepares students for service, leadership, and character.”   She added that the institution is aligning with the vision of the National Education Policy 2020 by nurturing research, interdisciplinarity, and innovation while staying rooted in cultural and moral values. Intergenerational storytelling sessions featuring alumni such as Prof Neerja Mattoo, Prof Naseem Shafaie, and Nancy Dhar were among the highlights of the event. Prof Naureen Naseer anchored the proceedings, while Prof Rajou K. Pandita delivered the vote of thanks. In the second half, the college’s Cultural Committee, Drama Club, and various departments staged an array of performances—Hindi invocation songs, Punjabi dance, poetry recitations, Baet Baazi, Ladakhi songs and dance, Ladi Shah, Qawwali, mime, and Kashmiri Rauf. Students from the Journalism Department also presented a captivating photo exhibition depicting the many shades of life and the Valley’s stunning landscapes.

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