SRINAGAR: A Counseling programme on moral values for students of Faculty of Agriculture, Wadura, was organized by Career Counselling and Placement Centre of the Faculty under the guidance of Vice Chancellor SKUAST-K Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai.
The session was chaired by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Dean Faculty of Agriculture. The programme was attended by heads of various divisions, scientists, student welfare officer and students of the faculty. The resource person Prof. Nazir Ahmad Bhat, Associate Director Research, SKUAST-K was accorded a warm welcome at the faculty by the students and scientific staff on his arrival.
In his power point presentation he emphasized that neglecting to teach moral values alongside academic concepts in colleges is hurting our students and causing problems in society. If an individual does not learn moral values as they develop, how will they be able to discern the difference between right and wrong.
Moreover, if they develop poor ethics and no moral values, they could harm society. During the inaugural address, Dean FoA Prof. Kanth said that goal of incorporating moral values into education is to ensure that students not only have the knowledge and skills needed to work and succeed, but also the compassion and emotional wherewithal to be a part of a safe, peaceful, and cooperative society.
She also advised students to follow the advice of Prof Nazir Ahmad Bhat an imminent teacher who has served the University in different capacities. Lastly, Dr Ajaz Ahmad Qureshi organizing secretary of the programme proposed vote of thanks. The program was moderated by Fazil Fayaz Wani Ph.D scholar.

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