JAMMU, Jun 5: The office of the All Digital and Print Media Association (ADAPMA) hosted an inspiring career guidance and leadership interaction session for intern students of Government College for Women (GCW), Parade, Jammu. The programme featured *Mr. Bal Krishan JKAS, Additional Registrar Cooperatives Jammu and Managing Director/CEO of Jammu Central Cooperative Bank*, as the Guest Speaker.
Bal Krishan was warmly welcomed by ADAPMA Working Chairman Gurmeet Dutta, Patron Manoj Gupta, Trainee Himanshu Sharma,and ADAPMA Representative Er. Shubham Kotwal. The session was organized under ADAPMA’s internship programme aimed at enhancing students’ leadership qualities, career awareness, and professional skills.
Addressing the students, Bal Krishan shared valuable insights on preparing for competitive examinations such as *JKAS, JKPSC, and IAS*. He encouraged students to remain focused, disciplined, and determined while pursuing their goals and emphasized the importance of continuous learning, self-confidence, and hard work in achieving success in public service.
During the interactive session, he highlighted that while civil services remain a prestigious career option, students should not view government jobs as the only measure of success. He emphasized that if one does not succeed in competitive examinations, there is absolutely nothing wrong with becoming a *job provider instead of a job seeker*.
Bal Krishan elaborated on the opportunities available through the cooperative sector, entrepreneurship, startups, and self-employment initiatives. He informed the students about various government-supported schemes and cooperative models that empower young people to create enterprises, generate employment, and contribute to economic development. He encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs to explore innovative ideas and become catalysts for positive change in society.
The students actively participated in the interaction and sought guidance on career planning, civil services preparation, leadership development, startup opportunities, and professional growth.
Sharing her experience, student *Anshu Sharma* said, “The session motivated us to think beyond conventional career options. We learned valuable lessons about preparing for competitive examinations while also exploring entrepreneurship and leadership opportunities.”
Another participant, *Saniya Verma*, remarked, “The interaction inspired us to work hard towards our dreams and understand that success can be achieved through multiple paths, whether in civil services, business, startups, or social leadership.”
The students who attended the programme included *Anshika Jamwal, Anushka Sharma, Anshu Sharma, Mannat Sharma, Rimzim, Tanvi Sharma, Sania Verma, Manat Rasgotra, Parul Sharma, Parul Aithmian, Riya Gupta, Suvarsha Singh, Diksha Sharma, and Anshita Jamwal*.
Speaking on the occasion, ADAPMA representatives appreciated Mr. Bal Krishan for sharing his vast administrative experience and practical insights with the students. They reiterated ADAPMA’s commitment to organizing meaningful interactions with distinguished personalities from various fields to help students broaden their perspectives and prepare for future challenges.
The session concluded with an engaging question-and-answer round, a vote of thanks, and a group photograph, marking a successful and enriching learning experience for the aspiring young leaders.