Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 10: The University of Jammu has been sanctioned 19 new faculty positions in various departments in Phase-I to continue its journey towards achieving academic excellence.
In the year 2022, the Higher Education Department had sanctioned 17 positions in various teaching departments, including Journalism & Media Studies, Philosophy and Directorate of Hindi besides sanctioning 68 positions including teaching and non-teaching for University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Kathua Campus.
This major development has come after Prof Umesh Rai took over as Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu. The sustained support of the Chancellor (Lt Governor Manoj Sinha) has played a pivotal role in positioning the University on the international map, showcasing its potential as a global institution of higher learning.
The Vice-Chancellor said that the creation of 19 teaching posts in phase-I will surely strengthen the academic and research capabilities of the University and help in raising the standards of teaching learning in the University. These positions will enable the University to expand its academic offerings, enhance research capabilities, and contribute to the holistic development of students, in line with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, he added.
In the current year, the University of Jammu, for the first time, has witnessed significant advancements, including being listed among the top 50 institutions in India in the prestigious National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) for 2024.
Expressing gratitude to the Lieutenant Governor and Government of J&K UT for their continued support, Prof Rai said: “These newly sanctioned positions will help us further our mission of transforming the University into a centre of academic excellence, innovation, and research. With the backing of our leadership, we are confident that the University of Jammu will continue to set new benchmarks and strengthen its position as a leading institution, not just in the region but globally”
Prof. Rai further exuded confidence in the Finance and Higher Education Departments for prioritizing the considering of remaining teaching positions in phase-II to support the University to meet its crucial academic commitments effectively.
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