Urges swift, meaningful educational reforms
SRINAGAR: The Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK) has extended a warm welcome to Ghulam Hassan Sheikh, who has officially assumed charge as Secretary of the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE), taking over from Sudershan Kumar.
Hailing from south Kashmir’s Anantnag district, Ghulam Hassan Sheikh is a seasoned officer of the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS). With his vast experience in public administration and a strong commitment to educational excellence, he is well-positioned to lead JKBOSE effectively, the association said in a press release issued here.
In a statement, PSAJK State President G.N. Var said, “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Ghulam Hassan Sheikh on his appointment as Secretary of JKBOSE. His rich administrative background and dedication to public service are commendable. We are confident that under his leadership, all stakeholders will be actively involved in pivotal decision-making processes.”
He further highlighted the pressing concerns in the education sector, stating “In recent times, students and educational institutions have faced several challenges requiring immediate attention, including the denial of examination forms, non-issuance of roll number slips, out-of-syllabus question papers, textbook errors and other issues affecting both students and school administrations.”
Moreover, PSAJK along with its executive body, district presidents and general members, is optimistic about fostering a collaborative relationship with the new Secretary to address key challenges in the education sector.
The association remains hopeful that Secretary Ghulam Hassan Sheikh will take swift action to resolve these critical issues and ensure a transparent and seamless examination process for all students.
“PSAJK reaffirms its commitment to constructive engagement with JKBOSE and looks forward to participating in meaningful dialogues under Secretary Sheikh’s leadership to further enhance the education system in Jammu and Kashmir,” the statement said.