Gayatri Sinha, II, BA., Hindu College, Delhi University
The student community makes up 40% of Ladakh’s total population, and a university here has been its long cherished dream. Previously, there were only two degree colleges in Ladakh. Students were suffering because of lack of facilities. Now, they will be able to complete their undergraduate courses on time — three years — which they used to complete in five years, due to insufficient faculty. This will lead to more choices of courses, and further help increase job opportunities.
Joravar Singh, II, B.A, C.C.S. University, Meerut
The government has achieved a milestone by launching the first ever cluster university in Ladakh. This move will revolutionise higher education in the region. Furthermore, students will not need to travel to Jammu and Kashmir or other regions to pursue their higher education. Absenteeism of students and teachers will also reduce, and it will help improve the literacy rate of the Ladakh region, as education will now be provided at its doorstep.
Aakrithi Singh, IV, CSE, NIE-IT, Mysuru
With experts recommending the advancement of a state through the establishment of a university, the launch of the University of Ladakh is a move in the right direction. While Right to Education, as a law exists, it is high time that students from all parts of the country have access to quality education. Establishment of such universities will ensure the growth of the State, while providing more education and work opportunities to the locals, without them having to relocate.
Spurthi Srinivas, I, PGDM, ITM Business School, Kharghar
The University of Ladakh consists of degree colleges from Leh, Kargil, Nubra, Zanskar, Drass and Khaltsi, in the Ladakh region. The establishment of these universities is a pivotal step towards opening up opportunities for the youth in the region, and to detract them anti-social activities. The focal point is to provide quality education across the region, with efficient measures to promote cutting-edge research and provide amicable studying conditions.
