Prof Ajaz Bashir assumes charge of Director Colleges

Srinagar, July 9: Prof Sheikh Ajaz Bashir today assumed the charge of Director Colleges J&K.

Prof  Bashir has also been given the responsibility of Nodal Principal Kashmir Division Colleges and Principal Amar Singh College Srinagar.

After assuming charge, Prof Bashir took a meeting with the officers and officials to assess the status of the higher education sector in J&K. He remarked that the department is committed to fostering a conducive environment for learning and development, promoting innovation in teaching methodologies and enhancing the overall educational experience for students across colleges in Jammu and Kashmir.

He added that the department will strengthen academic programmes, promote research culture and ensure the holistic growth of students

Having PhD in Electronics, Prof. Aijaz Bashir has been a prominent academician and administrator. He is also a member of the prestigious Higher Education Council  of J&K and  has served the Higher Education Department for a period spanning more than thirty years.

Prof Ajaz has also previously headed Islamia College Srinagar for a period of four years leading the autonomous college to unprecedented heights.