Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 22: Governor, N. N. Vohra, this afternoon inaugurated the hi-tech Image VLSI and Embedded Systems Laboratory at the Post-Graduate Department of Computer Science & IT at Jammu University.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor emphasised the need for working out collaborative arrangements with other Universities in the State to optimally benefit from this facility to promote the economic advancement of J&K. He asked the Head, Department of Computer Science and IT, Jammu University, to draw up a practical time frame for the optimum utilisation of this lab to maximise its benefits.
The Governor, who is Chancellor of the University, suggested to the Vice Chancellor to consider running short-term certificate courses for those who already possess basic knowledge in the relevant field, besides commencing the projected M. Tech programme. He observed that this would enhance the skills and efficiency levels and employability potential of those who receive such training.
The Governor lauded Reapan Tikoo, CEO, Powai Labs, Mumbai, for his efforts in contributing to establishing this valuable facility in the Jammu University.
The Governor gave away certificates to some of the faculty members on this occasion.
Earlier, the Governor inaugurated the Lab and was briefed about the software developed for the programmes being carried out here. He also witnessed a step-wise-step demonstration on the functioning of the Lab.
Prof. M. P. S Ishar, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, thanked the Governor for inaugurating the Lab which is very important addition to the hi-technology in the University. He said that it will increase the employability of the students.
Reapan Tikoo, CEO, Powai Labs, Mumbai, spoke about the high benefits which the students can draw from the Image VLSI and Embedded System Laboratory.
Prof. Vibhakar Mansotra, Head, Department of Computer Science & IT and Dr. Pawanesh Abrol, Associate Professor also spoke on the occasion.
Meanwhile, Governor, inaugurated the Wadia Museum of Natural History at a function organised by the Post-Graduate Department of Geology, Jammu University today.
Addressing after inaugurating the Museum, the Governor observed that it is increasingly important in the process of nation building to remember eminent teachers and scientists for their contributions in taking the country forward in various spheres of human endeavour. In this context, he recalled the signal contribution of Prof. D. N. Wadia, who laid the foundation of geological investigation in India. He also remembered the pioneering work done by him in mapping the Himalayas.
The Governor paid tribute to Prof. Wadia for his invaluable contribution and expressed firm hope that the coming generations will benefit from this Museum.
Earlier, the Governor, who is Chancellor of the University, unveiled the Bust of Dr. Wadia and planted a sapling of Magnolia Grandiflora in front of the Wadia Museum.
Prof MPS Ishar, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, Prof Talat Ahmad, Vice Chancellor University of Kashmir, Prof G M Bhat, Head, Department of Geology, Jammu University.
Prof. S. K. Khosa, Dean Sciences were present on the occasion.
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