The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, digitally inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various projects created at centrally funded Higher Educational Institutions, under the Ministry of Education, including Sindhu Central University in Ladakh on 20 February.  

The event was organized at the University of Ladakh, Taru Campus, Leh, and the Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh, Brig. (Dr) B. D. Mishra was the Chief Guest on the occasion. He attended the program along with Chief Executive Councilor, Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffar Akhon; MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, and students from the University of Ladakh’s Kargil Campus virtually through video conferencing from Delhi.

The event was attended by the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof S. K. Mehta; Commissioner/Secretary, Higher Education Department, UT Ladakh, Padma Angmo; Councillors of Lamayuru, Markha, Khaltsi and Rong Constituencies; Chief Engineer of CPWD; Controller of Examinations of the University of Ladakh; faculty, staff, and students of Ladakh University.

Addressing the gathering, LG Ladakh emphasized on the pivotal role played by the teaching faculty in uplifting the students of the region towards greater heights. He said, “Our teaching faculty stands as the cornerstone of our educational ecosystem, fostering knowledge, critical thinking, and values among our students.”

He appreciated the unwavering dedication of the teaching staff in improving the standards of higher education studies in Ladakh by ensuring learning through innovative and creative methods, with the use of advanced teaching aids.

Considering the environmental and social sensitivity of the region, Brig. (Dr) B. D. Mishra reaffirmed his commitment to safeguard the rich culture, language, land, and jobs for its people. He expressed his dedication and concern towards ensuring the holistic development of the region through a robust mechanism keeping in view the needs and aspirations of the local population.    

Speaking on the occasion, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. S. K. Mehta informed about the recent allocation of funds to the tune of Rs. 18,19,50,000 under Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) for the fiscal year 2023-25. “The dedicated funds will strengthen academic programs, upgrade facilities, innovation, creativity, and academic excellence”, stated Prof. Mehta. He also shared the developments and achievements of the University of Ladakh in recent years.