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A University for the People: Kashmir’s First Crowdfunded University to Be Established

A University for the People: Kashmir’s First Crowdfunded University to Be Established

SM Desk by SM Desk
March 4, 2025
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Srinagar, J&K: In a historic move to transform higher education in Jammu & Kashmir, a visionary initiative to establish Kashmir’s first crowdfunded university has been officially announced. Named “The University of WathHarbor”, this will be a university by the people, for the people, and of the people of J&K—a first-of-its-kind institution built entirely on public support, donations, and collective effort.

The university will provide cutting-edge education in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and 4th Industrial Revolution technologies, equipping Kashmir’s youth with skills for a competitive global job market.

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At a press conference held today in Srinagar, the project leaders emphasized that this is not a profit-driven venture. Unlike conventional private universities, The University of WathHarbor will not have individual owners but will be a community-driven institution, focused on education, research, and social upliftment.

Why this University is needed?

Currently, Jammu & Kashmir has 150,000 students enrolled across 11 government universities but lacks private sector involvement in higher education. Thousands of students leave J&K every year to pursue higher studies elsewhere. This university aims to change that by offering world-class education within the region.

Support Requested from the Government

To make this dream a reality, the project’s founders have requested the Jammu & Kashmir Government to:

Allocate 25 acres of land on a 99-year lease at a nominal fee, in line with policies followed in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.

Pass the Private University Act in J&K to provide legal backing for institutions like this.

A Call for Public Participation

The university will be funded through donations, CSR contributions, and community support. The founders have urged businesses, professionals, and the Kashmiri diaspora to contribute to this historic initiative.

“This is not just about education; this is about self-reliance, empowerment, and shaping Kashmir’s future. We invite everyone to be part of this movement,” said Dr. Mehboob Makhdoomi, the founder of the initiative.

With strong public participation and government support, the University of WathHarbor aims to become a global hub for research, innovation, and skill development.

The board members of the initiative present in the Press Conference were:

Dr Mehboob Makhdoomi (Founder and Chairman of the Trust)

Dr Mushtaq Marghoob, Trustee (Former Professor and Head of PG Department of Psychiatry, GMC)

Syed Humayun Qaiser, Trustee, Spokesperson (Former Director, Radio Kashmir)

Zareef Ah Zareef (Poet and Social Activist)

Syed Parvez Qalander, Consultant (Chartered Engineer)

Latief U Zaman Deva (Retired IAS and Former Chairperson of JKPSC)

Khair Ul Nisa Sheikh Principal Advisor to the Chairman (Executive Director, World Trade Center, India)

Mushtaaque Ali Ahmad Khan, Media Coordinator (TV Producer and Filmmaker)

Riyaz Ahmad Shoga, Accounts Officer (Ex Banker and a social worker)

G N Var (President Private School Association)

Faheem Abdullah, (Artist)

The volunteers of the initiative present in the Press Conference were:

Dr. Iqbal Malik

Momin Iqbal

Farah Zaidee

Mahwash Masarat

Malik Abrar

Aabid Ahmad Mir

For more information, contributions, and collaboration opportunities, visit www.uni4kashmir.com or contact [[email protected] / +91 9103585647].

SM Desk

SM Desk

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