Srinagar, July 5, KDC: The University of Kashmir on Sunday flagged off its National Youth Parliament team to New Delhi, where it will receive the National Championship Award in the 17th National Youth Parliament Competition (2025–26) at Parliament House, according to an official statement.
The university said the contingent comprises 50 students and is led by Cultural Officer and National Youth Parliament Coordinator Dr. Shahid Ali Khan, who mentored the team throughout the competition.
In a message, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nilofer Khan congratulated the students on their achievement and said their recognition at Parliament House reflected their commitment to democratic values and leadership. She expressed hope that the accomplishment would encourage more students to participate in such national platforms, the statement said.
Registrar Prof. Naseer Iqbal said the recognition reflected the students’ dedication and the university’s focus on academic and co-curricular excellence. He also acknowledged the efforts of the mentor and the team in securing the national title, the statement added.
The flag-off ceremony was conducted by Controller of Examinations Prof. Majid Zaman in the presence of Dean Students’ Welfare Prof. Seema Singh, Dean School of Earth and Environmental Sciences Prof. Pervez Ahmad, Chief Proctor Prof. Imtiyaz Ahmad, faculty members, university officials, students and parents.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Majid Zaman described the achievement as a matter of pride for the university and wished the team success during the award ceremony in New Delhi.
Prof. Seema Singh said the team’s performance reflected the university’s efforts to promote leadership, responsible citizenship and holistic development among students, while Prof. Pervez Ahmad said participation in the Youth Parliament programme helps students develop an understanding of democratic institutions and constitutional values.
Dr. Shahid Ali Khan attributed the achievement to the students’ sustained preparation and teamwork and thanked the university administration for its support.
The award ceremony is scheduled to be held at Parliament House, where the University of Kashmir team will be honoured for winning the national championship in the competition, the statement said. (KDC)
