Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, Apr 2: The Advisor to Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Dr Pawan Kotwal, convened a significant meeting to address the pressing environmental challenges facing the Union Territory of Ladakh, at Civil Secretariat, here today.
The central point of discussion was the establishment and functioning of the State Climate Change Centre, aimed at fostering sustainable development and resilience in the region.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ladakh Prof S K Mehta, unveiled a comprehensive roadmap aligning with the National Education Policy 2020, aimed at revolutionizing the educational landscape. He commenced proceedings with a meticulous presentation outlining the strategic deployment of the eSAMARTH University Management System to streamline administrative operations.
“The integration of the national knowledge network and the meticulous structuring of academic programs across all levels emphasize yearly progression and the augmentation of Postgraduate programs and development courses,” he said and outlined plans for the introduction of certificate courses catering to contemporary educational demands, alongside fostering collaboration to strengthen academic endeavors.
Another presentation highlighted the establishment of the State Climate Change Centre sanctioned by the Department of Science & Technology. The center is poised to scientifically assess the Himalayan region’s vulnerability to climate change across diverse dimensions encompassing physical, biological, and socio-cultural facets.
Dr Pawan Kotwal urged the officials to introduce certificate courses in Astro Tourism, with a special focus on the Hanle Galaxy emerging frontiers of knowledge and tourism. He highlighted the establishment of the State Climate Change Centre housed at the University of Ladakh, which addresses climate change challenges and holds sustainable practices across sectors.
The meeting was attended by the VC University of Ladakh; Commissioner/ Secretary of Forest, Ecology & Environment; Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forest/ Chief Wildlife Warden; Chief Conservator of Forest; Director Accounts and Treasuries; Senior Accounts Officer, FE&E Department; Deputy Director Planning (K), PD&MD; Dean Research Studies and Dean School of Earth Sciences from University of Ladakh.
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