Srinagar April 15 (KNS): To honor the 135th Janamdivas of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the Faculty of Forestry SKUAST-Kashmir,Benhama, Ganderbal organized a one day seminar highlighting his immense contributions to Indian society, especially in the fields of social justice, law, education and equality.
The event gathered the Chief Guest of Honour Prof. P.A. Khan- HOD Division of FBT, Prof. Akhlaq Amin Wani- HOD Division of NRM, Dr.Khurshid Ahmad Shah-HoD-Division of WLS and Prof.Naseem Geelani HOD Division of SBS also NSS programme officer and all faculty members and students.
The event took a kick start with the welcoming remarks of Sadiya Zargar, a 4th year student, marking the occassion of the 135th birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar - A jurist, a philosopher and the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.
The Samaroh then commenced with the keynote address by Dr. Sabeena Nabi Assistant professor, Division of FBT, FoF also Co-Organizing Secretary of the event . She added to the portrait of Dr. Ambedkar, a visionary leader, principal architect of the Indian Constitution, champion of social justice and equality.
Dr.Naseem Zaffar Geelani , Hod SBS (NSS programme officer) also Organizing Secretary of the Samaroh , formally welcomed the audience and inaugurated the scholarly commemoration on the said event pressing hard to actually pave the way to carry forward the torch lit by Dr.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelB R Ambedkar.
Chief Guest, Prof. P.A. Khan HOD FBT, while extending his words of wisdom, highlighted the monumental role Dr. Ambedkar played in shaping modern India. “Dr. Ambedkar's teachings on liberty, equality, and fraternity continue to inspire generations. His dedication to uplift the marginalized sections of society is a beacon of hope and guidance for us all,” he said.
The event featured Seminar by students, showcasing the relevance of Dr. Ambedkar’s vision in today’s socio-political and educational context. Upon the completion of the deliberation round, Basit Wani from BSc. Forestry 2nd year secured First Rank, Aalima Shabir and Arizoo Wani from BSc. Forestry 1st and 3rd year respectively both secured Second Rank with Toiba and Morifun nissa both from BSc. Forestry First year securing third rank.
The winning speakers were felicitated by Chief Guest Of Honour Prof.P.A. Khan- HOD Division of FBT, Prof. Akhlaq Amin Wani- HOD Division of NRM, Dr.Khurshid Ahmad Shah-HoD- Division of WLS and Prof.Naseem Geelani HOD Division of SBS.
The celebration concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Nazir Ahmad Pala sir, Associate Professor Division of SAF.
The Faculty of Forestry continues to honor such national icons whose ideas strengthen the spirit of democracy and inclusivity.(KNS)