BUDGAM: In a significant development for the private education sector, Mr Shahnawaz Qurashi, Chairman of Springbuds Educational Institution, Ompora, has been elected as the District President of Private Schools Association Jammu & Kashmir (PSAJK) Budgam.
The election witnessed active participation from a large number of school leaders across the district, who expressed strong confidence in Mr Quraishi’s leadership and vision for strengthening the educational ecosystem in Budgam.
Speaking on the occasion, PSAJK State President, Baba Nazrul Islam, appreciated the Budgam team for their extensive outreach and successful conduct of elections. He highlighted the challenges posed by poor connectivity in the district and stressed the need for zonal heads to work collectively with both government and private stakeholders to ensure quality education.
The Election Commission, headed by noted environmental lawyer Advocate Nadeem Qadri, conducted the proceedings. While addressing the gathering, he lauded the environmental initiative of MEERC PSAJK led by Manzoor Wangnoo, particularly the impactful slogan “One Admission, One Tree.”
Reaffirming the association’s commitment to environmental sustainability, Baba Nazrul Islam announced that PSAJK has pledged to plant 10,000 trees across schools in Jammu & Kashmir on the eve of Earth Day.
The election process was observed by several prominent members, including Mr Waseem Hanief, District President Pulwama Mr. Fayaz Ahmad, District President Bandipora
Mr Tahir Wagay, District President Srinagar, Founding members Mr Tariq Bali and Mr Majid Bhat, and Mr Mubashir Waffai.
A large number of media representatives were also present, reflecting transparency and reinforcing confidence in the democratic framework of the Association.
The successful conduct of elections marks another step forward in strengthening institutional leadership within PSAJK and fostering collaborative growth in the education sector of Jammu & Kashmir.