Central University of Kashmir launches LEAD series with Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain’s lecture

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Reflecting on Ganderbal's strategic significance, Lt Gen Hasnain observed that the district occupies an important position in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly as a vital axis towards Ladakh. He noted that the Srinagar-Leh axis had played a crucial role during the Kargil conflict and remained strategically important, with the Zojila Tunnel further strengthening connectivity. He said the expansion of businesses, showrooms and cafeterias indicated economic progress.

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• Emphasising the transformative power of knowledge, Lt Gen Hasnain said CU Kashmir's contribution to society extended far beyond conventional teaching and learning.
• He called upon students to develop into "scholar warriors" by cultivating multidisciplinary knowledge and intellectual curiosity.
• "In today's world, knowledge is everything," he said, stressing that students should acquire familiarity with political science, history, geography and economics alongside th...

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Central University of Kashmir (CU Kashmir) on Monday started its LEAD Lecture Series with the first Luminary Lecture on "Geopolitics and International Relations", delivered by Lt General (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain, Hon'ble Governor of Bihar and Chancellor, CU Kashmir, at the Tulmulla Campus. Addressing the gathering, Lt Gen Hasnain lauded the University's achievements and appreciated its lecture initiatives, stating that the University's presence had added vibrancy to Ganderbal and was contributing to its economic development.