Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 31: The Community Leadership Executive Course, a CSR initiative led by Prof BS Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, concluded here today on a promising note.
As per a statement, the five-day training program was organized in collaboration with the District Administration, Kishtwar, Mission Youth, and the Government Polytechnic College, Kishtwar.
The valedictory ceremony was held at IIM Jammu’s Canal Road Campus, attended by various dignitaries, including Prof Jabir Ali, Dean Academics, IIM Jammu; Dr Pankaj K Agarwal, Chairperson, Executive Education and Consultancy (EE &C), and Dr Vaseem Akram and Dr Bijoy Rakshit, Programme Directors, IIM Jammu, among others.
Dr Vaseem Akram presented the highlights of the program, followed by Dr Pankaj K Agarwal’s valedictory address. He appreciated Dr Devansh Yadav for his contribution to the initiative for the youth of Kishtwar and the overall progress of the Union Territory of J&K.
He discussed the issues faced by the participants of the Kishtwar region and how the program successfully addressed key areas such as government schemes, drug abuse, and skill enhancement.
Dr Agarwal urged all participants to become representatives of their regions and contribute to the development of the region and the nation-building exercise.
Prof Jabir Ali complimented Dr Yadav for his noble initiative and discussed how the program contributed to building leadership qualities.
He expressed his satisfaction with the successful completion of the program and urged participants to implement what they learned at the district level for sustainable development.
During a healthy discussion with participants, Prof Ali and Dr Agarwal sought feedback and suggestions regarding program improvisation.
Dr Bijoy Rakshit proposed the vote of thanks, followed by the National Anthem, and the valedictory ceremony ended on a promising note.