I am honored to assume the office of the Vice-Chancellor of the Central University of Jammu. The motto of the University “बुद्धिर्ज्ञानेन शुध्येहती” meaning that knowledge refines, purifies, and sharpens the mind with the Rising sun, the Banyan tree, and the infinite sky emphatically reflecting the values, aspirations, goals, and ethos of the university, I deem it my privilege to work as a team leader to realize the full potential of one and all so that collectively we usher in an enlightened society, where inclusiveness, equity, justice and peace for all prevails.

Standing on the threshold of a new era of education in India with the implementation of NEP-2020 when sweeping and significant changes are being envisaged with thrust on multidisciplinary institutions offering programmes with high-quality teaching, research, and community engagement, I am confident this phenomenal paradigmatic shift will understandably bridge the gap between students and institutions by emphasizing upon increased flexibility and enhanced life skills. The Central University of Jammu is committed to offer such cutting-edge learning experiences, internationally benchmarked education, and critical research opportunities by playing a participatory role in the growth of civil society.

The Central University of Jammu has completed ten years of its existence and this necessitates an introspective stocktaking which every stakeholder must undertake so that our journey together is robust and fruitful. Therefore, we need to continue with consistent, rigorous, and sustained efforts in our academic journey so that more milestones are attained in our march ahead to attain our mission in full spirit.