Gujjar & Bakerwall Boys Hostel Bandipora

*Learning Beyond Classrooms: G&B Hostel Students Explore Waqar Knowledge Centre Bandipora*

Bandipora, June 13: Students of the Gujjar and Bakarwal Hostel Bandipora on Saturday visited the Waqar Knowledge Centre Mini Secretariat Bandipora as part of an exposure tour aimed at encouraging interactive learning, dialogue, and greater awareness about educational and developmental opportunities available to the youth.

Programme Officer ICDS Bandipora, Yaar Ali Khan, interacted with the students and highlighted the importance of awareness, continuous learning, and positive community engagement in shaping responsible and confident youth. He encouraged the students to actively participate in educational and developmental initiatives and make constructive use of platforms like the Waqar Knowledge Centre for their personal growth and future aspirations.

District Information Officer Bandipora, Aadil Manzoor Wani; Block Development Officer Aloosa, Ulfat Ali; and other officials were present on the occasion and interacted with the students during the exposure visit.

During the visit, officials and staff members associated with the Waqar Knowledge Centre interacted with the students and highlighted the broader vision behind the facility as a shared learning and community space designed to promote awareness, guidance, innovation, and constructive engagement among young people.

The students were introduced to the various activities and initiatives being conducted at the Waqar Knowledge Centre, particularly those focusing on youth empowerment, career awareness, public participation, and social issues affecting society. Officials also encouraged students to make use of such platforms for learning, self-development, and informed decision-making.

The interactive exposure visit provided the students with an opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and gain firsthand experience of a community-oriented space dedicated to learning and awareness. The students actively participated in the session with enthusiasm and curiosity.

Hostel staff including Warden and teachers accompanying the students appreciated the initiative and termed the visit informative, inspiring, and bene

Mega Mental Health cm De-Addiction Awareness Programme Held at GB Boys Hostel Bandipora

Bandipora, May 22: In a significant initiative aimed at promoting mental well-being and spreading awareness against the growing menace of substance abuse, a Mega Mental Health cm De-Addiction Awareness Programme was organized by the District Drug De-Addiction Centre (DDAC), Bandipora, in collaboration with Gujjar & Bakerwal Boys Hostel Bandipora, at the Auditorium Hall of GB Boys Hostel, Bandipora. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 80 students, who actively engaged in the awareness session.
The event was graced by Mr. Gh Mohammad Lone, Ex-Chief Education Officer, as the Chief Guest, while Mr. Bashir Ahmad, Warden, GB Hostel Bandipora, attended as the Guest of Honour. The programme also featured valuable awareness sessions delivered by officials from DDAC Bandipora and students of the hostel.
The proceedings of the event were conducted through melodious and informative anchoring by Mr. Altaf Ahmad, Teacher, who skillfully engaged the audience and maintained the spirit of the programme throughout.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest Mr. Gh Mohammad Lone, Ex-CEO, emphasized the urgent need for collective responsibility in safeguarding the younger generation from the harmful effects of drug abuse and mental health challenges. He highlighted that youth represent the backbone of society and must channelize their energy towards education, character-building, and constructive social engagement.
Addressing the gathering, Guest of Honour Mr. Bashir Ahmad, Warden, GB Hostel Bandipora, underscored the importance of creating a healthy, disciplined, and supportive environment for students. He stated that hostels and educational institutions must act as safe spaces where students can openly discuss stress, peer pressure, and emotional concerns.
During the awareness session, Mr. Jawhar Ahmad, ORW, DDAC Bandipora, delivered an impactful address focusing on mental health, substance abuse prevention, and the role of youth in building a drug-free society. He sensitized students regarding the physical, psychological, social, and economic consequences of addiction and urged them to adopt healthy coping mechanisms for stress and emotional challenges. He also highlighted the services available at DDAC Bandipora, emphasizing early intervention, counseling, and rehabilitation support.
Mr. Aamir Sajad, Supervisor, DDAC Bandipora, also spoke on the occasion and elaborated on the harmful impact of drugs on individuals, families, and communities. He encouraged students to become ambassadors of awareness and actively contribute to creating a drug-free and mentally healthy society.
The programme also featured insightful participation from students, including Mr. Munawar Turk and Mr. Waseem Paswal, who shared their views on the importance of mental health awareness and the need for youth to stay away from addiction while focusing on education and personal growth.
The programme concluded with an interactive CPLI session where students actively participated by raising questions and sharing their perspectives. The event was widely appreciated by participants, faculty, and dignitaries, who hailed the initiative by the organisers as a timely and impactful step toward strengthening mental health awareness and preventing substance abuse among youth in the district. They appreciated the efforts of the District Drug De-Addiction Centre Bandipora for organizing such meaningful awareness programmes and stressed the importance of regular counseling, emotional resilience, and moral guidance among students.

*Mushaira on Drug Abuse Awareness Held at Gujjar & Bakarwal Boys Hostel Bandipora*

Bandipora, May 2026:
As part of the activities being organized under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan-2026, a Mushaira (Poetry Recitation Session) was held at Gujjar & Bakarwal Boys Hostel, Bandipora.

Ten inmates of the hostel enthusiastically participated in the session and recited beautiful poetry highlighting the negative impacts of drug abuse on individuals and society. The participants also presented poetic reflections on life, hope, discipline, and the importance of making positive choices.

The programme was moderated by Mr Altaf Ahmad Mir, Tutor.

The Mushaira provided a meaningful platform for students to express their thoughts creatively and spread awareness against the menace of drug addiction through literature and poetry.

The programme was attended by the Warden Mr. Bashir Ahmad Khan and other hostel staff members, who appreciated the students for their literary talent, confidence, and active participation in the awareness initiative. The event concluded with a collective message promoting a healthy, aware, and drug-free society.

*Debate Session on Drug Abuse Held at Gujjar & Bakarwal Boys Hostel Bandipora*

Bandipora, May 2026:
As part of the activities being organized under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan-2026, a debate session on the topic of drug abuse was held at Gujjar & Bakarwal Boys Hostel, Bandipora.

The inmates of the hostel enthusiastically participated in the debate and highlighted the harmful effects of drug abuse on individuals, families, and society. The participants also deliberated upon various ways and means to stay away from drugs and emphasized the importance of awareness, discipline, and positive engagement among youth.

The students who participated in the debate included Waseem Poswal, Munawar Ahmad , Wasim Ahmad Chachi , Yasir khatana, and Ajmal Hussain.

The session was moderated by Mr. Altaf Ahmad Mir, Tutor. The programme was organized under the supervision of Warden Mr. Bashir Ahmad Khan and was attended by Mr. Munawar Lone, Assistant Warden, along with other staff members of the hostel.

The participants were appreciated and felicitated for their active involvement and thoughtful views on the issue, while reiterating the collective resolve towards building a drug-free society.

Beyond the Books: DC Bandipora Holds Candid Session with G&B Hostel Students

Bandipora, April 09: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, visited the Gujjar and Bakarwal Boys Hostel Bandipora and held an engaging interactive session with students of Classes 10th, 11th, and 12th

During the session, the Deputy Commissioner welcomed open questions from students and spoke at length on career pathways, leadership, and ethics, drawing from her own academic and professional journey to inspire young minds to pursue their aspirations with dedication and integrity.

The DC underscored the importance of balancing sports and physical activity with academics for holistic development, and stressed the need for regular mental health sessions within the hostel to nurture students’ overall well-being.

On the occasion, 13 meritorious students were felicitated for their outstanding performance in the recently concluded Annual Examinations.

The session was attended by Bashir Ahmad Khan, Warden; Munawar Hussain Lone, Assistant Warden; and Altaf Ahmad Mir, Tutor, who also served as Anchor and Moderator for the proceedings.

Students and hostel staff expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner for her visit and for the encouragement and motivation she brought to the young scholars of the hostel.

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