JAMMU, Sep 28: Govt. Gandhi Memorial Science College, Jammu, hosted eminent academician and renowned statistician Prof. (Dr.) Shalabh, Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, during his visit to the college.
On his arrival at the campus, Prof. Shalabh was warmly received and formally welcomed by the Principal, Prof. Romesh Kumar Gupta.
During his visit, Prof. Shalabh undertook an extensive tour of the historic heritage campus and visited the college museum, science laboratories, Central Library, Conference Hall, smart digital classrooms, research facilities and student amenity areas.
He expressed great satisfaction with the academic and infrastructural initiatives undertaken by the college administration and appreciated the efforts towards creating a modern, student-centric educational environment.
The visit also featured a meaningful and substantive interaction between Prof. Shalabh and Principal Prof. Romesh Kumar Gupta. The Principal apprised him of the rich history and distinguished legacy of GGM Science College, which has been contributing to scientific education in the region for more than a century.
He also briefed him about the ongoing institutional development initiatives, skill-oriented programmes, research activities and multidisciplinary academic pathways being pursued in consonance with the National Education Policy (NEP-2020).
Prof. Shalabh expressed particular happiness and appreciation over the introduction of Statistics as a major subject at the undergraduate level in GGM Science College.
He congratulated Principal Prof. Romesh Kumar Gupta for taking this significant academic initiative and observed that the introduction of Statistics would provide students with valuable opportunities in the rapidly expanding fields of Data Science, Statistical Modelling, Artificial Intelligence, research and interdisciplinary sciences.
The interaction was particularly focused on seeking the expert guidance and mentorship of Prof. Shalabh, whom Principal Prof. Romesh Kumar Gupta regards as his mentor and academic guide. Discussions centred on ways to further strengthen academic excellence, research, innovation and institutional capacity-building, particularly in the emerging and interdisciplinary domains of Statistics and Data Science.
The two academicians also discussed possibilities for academic collaboration, expert-led initiatives, knowledge exchange, guest lectures, mentorship programmes and other academic linkages that could provide enhanced exposure and research opportunities to students and faculty members of the college.
Prof. Shalabh highlighted the growing significance of Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Modelling and interdisciplinary research in contemporary science and education.
He encouraged the institution to promote analytical thinking, research orientation and innovation among students and emphasised the importance of sustained academic engagement and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
The visit concluded with a formal vote of thanks to Prof. Shalabh for his valuable time, insights and guidance. As a mark of respect and appreciation, Principal Prof. Romesh Kumar Gupta presented a memento to the visiting dignitary.