28/07/2026
*Chief Education Officer Ganderbal, Mr. Nazeer Ahmad Khan, Conducts Comprehensive Inspection of Schools in Zones Kangan and Hariganiwan*
"Education is the art of kindling minds, nurturing character, and inspiring young hearts to dream beyond horizons." Guided by this philosophy, the *Chief Education Officer Ganderbal, Mr. Nazeer Ahmad Khan* , conducted an extensive inspection of educational institutions across Zones Ganderbal and Hariganiwan to assess academic standards, school infrastructure, and the overall learning environment.
During the inspection, the Chief Education Officer interacted warmly with students, encouraging them to embrace curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning as the true essence of education. He examined students' notebooks to evaluate learning outcomes, classroom practices, and academic progress. While interacting with teachers and Heads of Institutions, he underscored the importance of innovative pedagogy, timely completion of the prescribed syllabus, and creating classrooms that foster imagination, critical thinking, and holistic development.
Emphasizing that a clean and disciplined environment is the foundation of meaningful education, Mr. Khan thoroughly inspected the cleanliness of classrooms, school premises, and sanitation facilities. He also reviewed the implementation of the PM POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal) Scheme by inspecting kitchen hygiene, food quality, nutritional value, and adherence to prescribed health and safety standards. He reiterated that every child deserves wholesome nutrition, as a healthy body nurtures an enlightened mind.
The Chief Education Officer reaffirmed that the mission of the School Education Department extends beyond academic excellence. It seeks to build compassionate, confident, and responsible citizens through value-based education, joyful learning, and an environment where every child is inspired to discover his or her fullest potential.
The schools inspected during the visit included *BHS Preng, MS Preng, MS Wooder Kangan, PS Margund-B, PS Najar Mohalla Thune, MS Mamer, MS Kasana Pati, and PS Bhat Mohalla Sumbal.*
The inspection was accompanied by *Mr. Naseem Ahmad, Zonal Education Officer Kangan, and Mr. Qamar-u-Din, Zonal Education Officer Hariganiwan,* who reviewed the functioning of the institutions alongside the Chief Education Officer and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the quality of education across the district.
*Chief Education Office* Ganderbal