BARAMULLA, OCTOBER 19: Save Youth Save Future Foundation (SYSF Foundation), through its Students’ Wing, NEXTGEN, organised an interactive session between students and the district administration at Government Degree College, Baramulla, to promote meaningful youth participation, encourage constructive dialogue and strengthen communication between students and administrative leadership.
The programme was attended by Syed Fakhruddin Hamid, Deputy Commissioner, Baramulla, as the Chief Guest. Wajahat Farooq Bhat, Founder and Chairman of SYSF Foundation; Professor (Dr.) Tasleema Bano, Principal, Government Degree College, Baramulla; Professor Tariq Ahmad Chalkoo, Staff Secretary; faculty members and students were also present.
The session provided students with a direct platform to express their opinions, share ideas and suggestions, raise concerns and discuss matters relating to education, youth opportunities and the overall development of Baramulla district.
The Deputy Commissioner listened attentively to the students’ concerns, opinions, ideas and suggestions, responded to their queries and assured these would be implemented. He further assured the students that the administration would extend appropriate assistance and support wherever required.
Speaking on the occasion, Wajahat Farooq Bhat, Founder and Chairman of SYSF Foundation, emphasised that meaningful youth empowerment requires opportunities for students to engage directly with decision-makers and contribute constructively to issues affecting their communities. He highlighted the importance of moving beyond symbolic participation and ensuring that young people have a meaningful voice in discussions concerning their future.
Wajahat Farooq Bhat expressed his sincere gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner, for his direct interaction with the students and for attentively listening to their concerns, opinions, ideas and suggestions.
He also acknowledged the cooperation of the Principal, faculty members and college administration in facilitating the programme.
The event was organised and coordinated by NEXTGEN, the Students’ Wing of SYSF Foundation, under the leadership of its President, Aadil Shafi Lone, and Vice President, Athar Khan.
Through this initiative, Save Youth Save Future Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment, civic engagement and constructive dialogue between young people and public institutions, ensuring that students’ voices and ideas contribute meaningfully to the development of their district.
