Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Thursday witnessed the introduction of a significant bill aimed at establishing private universities across the Union Territory. The proposal was presented by Education Minister Sakeena Itoo, marking a major step toward expanding higher education infrastructure in the region.
The proposed legislation focuses on the incorporation and regulation of private universities, with a strong emphasis on maintaining academic standards. It also seeks to safeguard student interests by ensuring quality education and proper institutional oversight.
Meanwhile, Assembly Secretary Manoj Kumar Pandit informed members that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has granted assent to three important bills recently passed by the House.
These include the Jammu and Kashmir Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026; the Jammu and Kashmir Eliminating Discrimination Against Persons Affected by Leprosy Bill, 2026; and the Jammu and Kashmir State Civil Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The approval was formally given on March 31, signaling progress on key legislative reforms in the Union Territory.