The Diplomat Desk
Jammu, (TDD) : As a move aimed at expanding higher education facilities in Jammu and Kashmir, the government has approved the establishment of two new Government Degree Colleges for Rajouri and Jammu districts.
The decision was formalized through Government Order No. 495-HE of 20C24, issued on October 15, 2024.
According to the order, the new colleges will be located in Lamberi, Rajouri district, and Aghore, Jammu district. This initiative is expected to bring educational opportunities closer to students in these regions, enabling them to pursue higher education without the need to travel long distances.
The approval for the establishment of these colleges comes following the Finance Department’s approval, dated October 14, 2024.
The government has outlined specific conditions for the establishment, which must be fulfilled as per the Finance Department’s directives.
This development marks a positive step towards enhancing educational infrastructure in the region, with the aim of providing quality education to a larger number of students across Jammu and Kashmir.(TDD)
