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Srinagar, July 27: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today urged Kashmir University alumni to contribute to the institution through their experience and expertise.
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Addressing a gathering of alumni at KU, Omar, while referring to former Chief Justice of the J&K High Court Ali Mohammad Magray, said he would “steal a page from his book” and let silence speak for him, citing a paucity of time.
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At the start of his brief address-one of the shortest among all the dignitaries-the Chief Minister remarked that he would express more through “silence” than by speaking.
“Just before coming here, we were talking, and Magray said that during his time in court, he often spoke more through silence than words. I am going to steal a page from his book and express myself through silence rather than by speaking,” he said.
Omar commended KU as an eminent institution of learning and lauded the achievements of its alumni, noting that the university stands at par with the best institutions in the country.
In his address, Omar Abdullah highlighted the fundamental indicators of an academic institution’s success.
“There are two primary criteria by which we should assess any educational institution,” he said.
“The first is the scope and caliber of its research output; the second is the tangible accomplishments of its alumni. By both standards, the University of Kashmir is not behind any university in the country.”
He pointed out that many of the university’s alumni have excelled in law, politics, administration, medicine, social work, business, and other fields, earning respect and recognition both nationally and internationally.
Calling on the alumni to continue their association with the university, the Chief Minister remarked, “Kashmir University has given you a lot. If you could, even occasionally, return the favour through your efforts and experience, it would greatly benefit the students currently studying here as well as those who will join in the future.”
He urged alumni to serve as role models and enablers for the next generation. “Just as you have brought pride to Jammu & Kashmir and to India, may the future students of this university continue this legacy,” he added.
Omar also extended warm congratulations to all alumni who were felicitated during the event.
“I heartily congratulate all those who have been honored with citations and recognition today,” he said, concluding his address with words of encouragement.
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