 Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: A weeklong workshop "Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav" on mountaineering concludes at University of Jammu here today.
The workshop was organized by Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu in collaboration with Pir Panjal Adventures, Jammu under the aegis of University Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Center.
More than 150 students, staff members of the different wings of JU and Bhaderwah Campus participated in the workshop. During this workshop, training lectures on different topics like hiking, climbing, CPR, Rappelling, river crossing, food hunting skills, tent pitching and other mountaineering skills were taken apart from these two days field training on above mention topics were imparted.
Prof Renu Nanda, Dean Faculty of Education was chief guest on the occasion while as Prof Alka Sharma Convener UESDC University of Jammu was guest of honor
Speaking on the occasion, Prof Renu Nanda shared her experience with the participants. "Mountain climbing is an expedition that brings you closer to nature and helps you connect with it closely. It is an activity that teaches a lot about facing challenges and overcoming our fears," she added
Prof. Alka Sharma Convener UESDC University of Jammu in her address said that since its first ever workshop UESDC and department of sports is organizing in collaboration with Pir Panjal Adventures, Jammu and the outcome of the workshop is very encouraging.
Dr Daud Iqbal Baba Director Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu presented the detailed report about the workshop. He said all kindness and efforts to participate in this workshop and getting along with the tough training with the tough schedule.
Participants expressed their views about the seminar and thanked the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education for organizing such events.
The formal vote of thanks was presented by Dr Komal Nagar Assistant Director, Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu. |
