The Indian Army on Wednesday organised an educational outreach programme for students from the Gujjar and Bakarwal communities at Army Goodwill School (AGS), Aragam, in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, under its Operation Sadbhavna initiative.The programme focused on promoting inclusive education and encouraging students from remote and underserved communities to pursue their academic aspirations and explore opportunities beyond their immediate surroundings.
Through interactive sessions and motivational engagements, the initiative sought to build confidence among students, raise awareness about educational opportunities and highlight the role of education in individual growth and social development.
Particular emphasis was laid on ensuring equal access to education for children from the Gujjar and Bakarwal communities, with the aim of helping them overcome geographical and socio-economic challenges.The programme also highlighted the Army’s engagement with local communities through Operation Sadbhavna, which includes initiatives aimed at supporting education and the welfare of people in the region.
Maj Suri of AGS Aragam underscored the importance of such programmes in motivating students and creating awareness about educational opportunities among children from the Gujjar and Bakarwal communities.The initiative is part of the Army’s broader outreach efforts to support the educational development of children and encourage young people in remote areas to pursue their ambitions.
