SRINAGAR: SP College, Srinagar gave a warm send-off to three senior faculty members and a non-teaching employee of the college who attained their superannuation on 30th April 2024.
These superannuating faculty and employees include Professor Manzoor Ahmad Wani, Head Department of Botany; Professor Niyaz Ahmad Wani, Department of Botany; Professor Rabia Ahmad, Head Department of English and Kounsar Kirmani, Lab. Assistant Department of Biochemistry.
Director Colleges, Higher Education Professor (Dr.) Yasmeen Ashai, Principal of the college Professor (Dr.) Jeelani Qureshi, Professor (Dr.) Wilayat Rizvi Registrar Cluster University Srinagar, Professor (Dr.) Sheikh Ajaz Bashir Nodal Principal Kashmir Division Colleges, Former Principal Dr. Parveen Pandit, Former Director Colleges Professor (Dr.) Yaseen Ahmad Shah, Former Principal Professor Bashir Ahmad Shah, Former Principal Professor (Dr) Khursheed Ahmad Khan, Professor (Dr.) Fouzia Principal GDC Ganderbal, Professor (Dr.) Mohammad Farooq Mir Principal GDC Women Nawa Kadal, Prof. Ezaz Rizvi Principal GDC Kulgam, Prof. Shah-e-Jehan Wani Principal GDC Frisal, Professor Deeba Sarmand Dean Academics CUS, Professor Khurshid Controller CUS, Dr. Naseer Shah Dean Sciences CUS, Dr. Mushtaq Lone, Professor (Dr.) Sadaf Principal GDC Kangan, Distinguished academics Professor Mairaj-ud-Din Sheikh, Professor Afzal Mir, Professor M. A. Lone, Professor Naseer Farhan, Prof. B. A. Mir, Prof. Showkat Zargar, Professor Mukhtar Malik, Dr. Zubaida, Prof. Nighat Hassan, Prof. Anjum Qazi, Professor Rubiya Sultan, Professor Nusrat Syed, Dr. Abdul Hai, Prof. Mujahid Ahmad, Dr. Nikhat Nabi, were present at the farewell event.
College Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff of the college also attended the farewell meeting held at College Auditorium.
On the occasion, Principal of the College, Professor (Dr.) Ghulam Jeelani Qureshi congratulated them on the successful completion of their active services. He also highlighted their zeal and dedication towards their work.
Dr Qureshi said that it is with mixed emotions that the esteemed faculty and staff at SP College, Srinagar bid a warm and heartfelt farewell to Prof. Manzoor Wani from the Botany department, Prof. Niyaz Ahmad Wani also from the Botany department and Prof. Rabia Ahmad from the English department.
Dr. Qurashi said that these distinguished educators have made invaluable contributions to the academic community, inspiring generations of students with their knowledge and passion for teaching. Additionally, we also extend our heartfelt appreciation to Kounsar Kirmani, a dedicated Lab Assistant, for her hard work and commitment to excellence.
As these esteemed members of our academic family move on to new endeavors their presence and guidance will be sorely missed. Their legacy within the halls of SP College will endure as a testament to their dedication to shaping young minds and fostering a culture of learning and growth. I wish them all the best in their future endeavors and are confident that they will continue to excel in all their pursuits, he added.
“It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to Professor Manzoor Wani, a distinguished Head of the Department of Botany. Throughout his tenure, Prof. Wani has exemplified excellence in academics and dedication to his students. His passion for botanical studies and commitment to research has inspired countless individuals within the department,” Dr. Qurashi said.
He said, we gather here today also to bid farewell to our esteemed Professor Niyaz Ahmad Wani. Throughout his tenure at this institution, Professor Wani has been an exceptional mentor, educator, and colleague. His dedication to teaching, research and his students have left an indelible impact on our academic community.
Dr. Qurashi extended his warm regards and best wishes to Professor Rabia Ahmad, esteemed member of the Department of English. Serving as a dedicated educator, her passion for literature and language has left an indelible impact on the academic community. Professor Rabia’s unmatched expertise and commitment to her students have undoubtedly enriched countless minds through her teachings.
I would also like to formally acknowledge the departure of Kounsar Kirmani, our esteemed laboratory assistant. Kounsar has been an invaluable member of our team, contributing her expertise and dedication to the success of our research endeavors, Dr. Qurashi said.
The proceeding of the felicitation function was conducted by Dr. Shazia Mushtaq, Associate Professor Botany.
At the end the vote of thanks was proposed by Prof. Master Showkat, Department of English.