Dr Shahid Iqbal Reviews Sports Infrastructure, Academic Facilities at GCOPE Ganderbal
Calls for Optimum Utilization of Sports Science Infrastructure, Expansion of Skill-Based Courses
Ganderbal, June 11 (PTK): Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, accompanied by Director General, Youth Services and Sports, Anuradha Gupta, on Thursday visited the Government College of Physical Education (GCOPE), Gadoora, to review academic activities, sports infrastructure and developmental projects at the institution.
During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary chaired a detailed review meeting attended by the Principal and faculty members of the college. The meeting focused on academic performance, research activities, sports infrastructure development and facilities being created for students at the campus.
Dr. Shahid Iqbal also inspected ongoing and proposed construction works and assessed the progress of various developmental projects aimed at strengthening academic, research and training facilities at the institution.
The Commissioner Secretary visited the Sports Science and Research Laboratory, where students pursuing Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) and Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) briefed him about various advanced testing and training facilities available for scientific assessment of athletes.
The laboratory houses modern equipment and facilities, including anthropometric measurement systems, force plate analysis technology for athletic performance evaluation, magnetic timing gates for speed and agility assessment, cricket performance analysis software, bowling machines, Basic Life Support (BLS) equipment and several other sports science tools.
Dr. Shahid Iqbal observed that the college possesses state-of-the-art infrastructure for sports education, athlete development and research. He directed the Director General, YSS, to ensure optimum utilization of the available facilities and infrastructure.
He also advised the institution to introduce diploma and certificate courses to further strengthen skill development and professional opportunities in sports education.
The DG, YSS informed the meeting that several refresher courses and certification programmes are scheduled to be conducted at GCOPE during the months of June and July.
Interacting with students, the Commissioner Secretary listened to their feedback and suggestions and assured them that every possible effort would be made to address their genuine concerns. He also shared his vision of transforming GCOPE into a centre of excellence in sports and physical education.
On the sidelines of the review meeting, Dr. Suhail Ahmed Mir delivered a presentation on the topic “Bridging the Gap Between Physical Education, Sports Science, Physiotherapy and Health Science” on the directions of the Commissioner Secretary.
Later, Dr. Shahid Iqbal and DG YSS interacted with young athletes participating in various sporting events being held on the campus, including the Inter-Zone Badminton Competition organized by the District Youth Services and Sports Officer, Ganderbal.
They appreciated the athletes for their enthusiasm, discipline, sportsmanship and competitive spirit.
The visit was also attended by the District Youth Services and Sports Officer, Ganderbal, along with other officers and officials of the Youth Services and Sports Department.(PTK)
