The Department of Social Work, Eliezer Joldan Memorial (EJM) College, Leh, flagged off an Academic Exposure and Field Learning visit to New Delhi on February 18 under the banner of PM-USHA (Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan).

The tour was formally flagged off by Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Commissioner/Secretary, Higher Education, UT Ladakh, in the presence of Prof. Stanzin Yangdol, Principal, EJM College Leh, and Dr. Sameena Iqbal, State Programme Director, PM-USHA.

A total of 12 students from the 5th Semester of the Department of Social Work, accompanied by two faculty coordinators — Dr. Yangchan Dolma, Head of the Department, and Mr. Jaspreet Singh, Assistant Professor — are participating in the academic exposure visit.

The visit aims to provide students with practical field exposure, institutional interaction, and academic exchange with premier social work institutions and organisations in New Delhi. The programme is designed to enhance students’ understanding of professional social work practices, policy frameworks, community interventions, and research culture.

Addressing the gathering, Bhanu Prabha emphasised the importance of experiential learning and exposure to diverse field realities in strengthening students’ professional competence. Prof. Stanzin Yangdol highlighted the role of PM-USHA in promoting quality enhancement and academic excellence in higher education institutions across Ladakh. Dr. Sameena Iqbal appreciated the initiative of the Department of Social Work in integrating classroom learning with field-based experiences.

The Academic Exposure and Field Learning Visit reflects the institution’s commitment to holistic education, skill development, and inclusive professional training under the PM-USHA framework.

The students and faculty expressed gratitude to the Higher Education Department and PM-USHA for their support in facilitating this important academic initiative.