SRINAGAR, SEP 15
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that it is the responsibility of his government to ensure that students studying in government schools have access to the same facilities and opportunities as those in private institutions. “I would like to see even more participation from government schools in such events. Ultimately, it is our responsibility to ensure that government school students have access to the same facilities and opportunities as those in private schools. They must be prepared to compete not only with children across India, but with children across the world,” the Chief Minister said while addressing the concluding day of Techknow-2025 organised by Delhi Public School (DPS) Srinagar. The two-day event witnessed enthusiastic participation from several schools across the Kashmir Valley, along with teachers and faculty members. He applauded the students’ creativity, including their Humanoid Robot, and emphasized the Government’s commitment to modern learning, knowhow of AI, and innovation- driven education. Chairman DPS Srinagar Vijay Dhar, Principal Shafaq Afshan, Vice Principal DPS Srinagar, students and staff were also present on the occasion. Reflecting on the rapid pace of technological change, the Chief Minister said that education has evolved remarkably since his own school days.
