NIT Srinagar, CUK host first G20 University Connect programme

Under the G20 presidency, the theme of the programme was ‘Advertise your innovation contest’ and students from both CUK and NIT Srinagar were given a chance to explain their innovative ideas within the stipulated time. 

The National Institute of Technology (NIT), Srinagar, in collaboration with the Central University of Kashmir (CUK) hosted the first G20 University Connect programme. The aim was to engage young minds and share their innovations.  

The event was organised by the department of politics and governance and the School of Business Studies, Central University Kashmir, in collaboration with NIT Srinagar. Under the G20 presidency, the theme of the programme was ‘Advertise your innovation contest’ and students from both CUK and NIT Srinagar were given a chance to explain their innovative ideas within the stipulated time. 

NIT Srinagar Director Rakesh Sehgal said the university connect programme is aimed to spread India’s G20 presidency and encourage students to go for innovations. “Such programmes aim at connecting our students and exploring their innovative ideas and perspectives on G-20-related topics. The greatest challenges can be resolved by acting together,” he said. 

NIT Srinagar Registrar Prof Syed Kaiser Bukhari said the theme for the G20 - “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” is aimed at promoting a universal sense of oneness and address the challenges that mankind faces today. “We should not only host such programmes on the campus but also train students to become brand ambassadors of G20 Presidency programme so that they can disseminate more information among the people,” he said, adding that the NIT Srinagar takes pride in hosting such events and is committed to bridging the gap between society and technology. 

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