Government College for Women, M. A. Road, Srinagar hosted an awareness programme to mark the International Anti-Corruption Day on Monday (December 09). The event was organized by Anti-Corruption Bureau J&K in collaboration with the NSS and Debating Committee of the host college.
The programme aimed at educating students and faculty about the scourge of corruption and the importance of ethical conduct in the society. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and teachers alike.
Suhail Rasool, Inspector ACB Srinagar, presented the concept note about the programme followed by formal welcome address by Principal of the host college, Dr. Yasmeen Farooq.
In her address, Dr. Yasmeen emphasized the role of youth in eradicating corruption. “Corruption is a social evil that undermines development and trust. It is imperative for students to lead the fight against it by adhering to integrity and transparency in their lives,” she said.
Executive Engineer from ACB, Mr. Aijaz Masood delivered an insightful talk on corruption, highlighting various forms of corruption, its impact on governance and strategies to combat it.
A speech competition was also held on the theme ‘Nature and Type of Corruption We See Around Us’ in which students of the college participated. Sara Kaul (5th Semester) bagged the 1stposition while Ms. Hibasha and Ms. Hurmut secured 2nd and 3rd positions respectively.
Prof. Mudasir Nazar from Political Science department deliberated upon various crude forms of corruption which go around us anonymously. He also highlighted the efforts needed to address the problem.
The programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks presented by Dr. Saduf Nisar (NSS PO). Prof. Mehbooba Bano, HOD Political Science and Dr. Abina Habib from Department of English were the jury members for the debate competition while Shabeer Ahmad Parey conducted the proceedings of the event.
