KU’s CIIE hosts weeklong advanced skill training workshop

Srinagar, Mar 31: The Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE), Kashmir University (KU) in collaboration with the Electrical, Mechanical and Civil departments of the Institute of Technology, Zakura Campus, KU concluded its weeklong hands-on advanced skill training workshop.

The workshop that began on March 27 and concluded Friday, March 29, aimed to provide practical skills in electrical equipment, CNC (Computer Numerical Control) mechanical, and brickwork civil disciplines, addressing the increasing demand for skilled programmers and technicians in the manufacturing industry, an official statement issued here read.

“Participants were immersed in practical sessions led by industry experts and experienced faculty members, gaining insights into CNC machining processes, electrical equipment operation and brickwork techniques,” an official spokesperson said in the statement.

Chairman, CIIE, Prof Gowhar B Vakil, expressed satisfaction about hosting the training programme, stating that the CIIE is committed to encourage a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.

“By providing participants with practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge, we aim to empower the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change in the manufacturing sector,” he said.

The skill courses were coordinated by Dr Bilal Ahmad Malik, Uzma Maqbool and Junaid Ayoub, held at Institute of Technology, Zakura Campus, KU.