DEC 7: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, visited Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Hawal Pulwama and delivered the keynote address during the school’s Annual Day celebrations. The event showcased the achievements, talent, and creative spirit of the students while highlighting the government’s commitment to building a strong, inclusive, and future-ready education system.
In her address, the Minister praised the school for its academic progress, extracurricular accomplishments, and growing participation in science, culture, and sports. She commended the role of teachers and parents in shaping confident, capable and socially aware young citizens.
Reaffirming Omar Abdullah Government’s Commitment to Education
Sakeena Itoo highlighted that the Omar Abdullah–led Government remains deeply committed to strengthening educational infrastructure across Jammu & Kashmir. She noted that the administration has been focusing on upgrading classrooms, laboratories, libraries, digital learning tools, and recreational spaces to ensure that students receive holistic and high-quality learning facilities.
She said that access to education must go beyond academics, underlining the government’s emphasis on character building, creativity, sportsmanship, and innovation. The Minister added that providing students with a nurturing environment is essential for preparing them for competitive careers and future leadership roles.
Encouraging Innovation and Student-Led Achievements
During the event, students presented a range of innovative projects, cultural performances, and science models that reflected their creativity and problem-solving abilities. From environmental awareness themes to technology-based prototypes, the exhibits highlighted the school’s growing focus on experiential learning.
The Minister appreciated the impressive innovation and enthusiasm displayed by the students. She encouraged them to continue exploring new ideas, participating in competitions, and pursuing academic excellence with dedication and confidence.
Assurance of Full Support for Students’ Educational Aspirations
Addressing the students, Sakeena Itoo assured them that the government will provide every possible support to help them achieve their educational aspirations. She stressed that no child should feel hindered by financial or infrastructural constraints and reaffirmed the administration’s resolve to create equal opportunities for all.
The Minister urged students to take full advantage of the schemes and facilities available to them and to remain focused on discipline, hard work, and social responsibility.
Promoting Holistic and Inclusive Education
Sakeena Itoo also spoke about the importance of holistic education, emphasizing that today’s young generation must be nurtured not just academically, but emotionally, morally, and socially. She highlighted the role of schools as platforms that inspire curiosity, encourage teamwork, and shape the values of empathy and service.
She added that the government’s vision includes strengthening the education system through community participation, teacher capacity-building, modern pedagogy, and equitable access for girls and marginalized groups.
A Day Celebrating Talent, Culture and Achievement
The Annual Day of GHSS Hawal Pulwama concluded with a series of cultural performances, awards distribution, and recognition of outstanding students in academics, sports, and extracurricular fields. The school management expressed gratitude to the Minister for her encouragement, guidance and continuous support for educational development.
The visit reinforced the government’s ongoing commitment to nurturing empowered, educated and future-ready youth across Jammu & Kashmir.
