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| Aloha J&K Hosts Grand 9th GAT Annual Awards Ceremony At Tagore Hall, Srinagar | | Top Students Felicitated With Dubai Museum Tour, Laptops And Gadgets; 10th GAT Officially Launched | 
Srinagar, April 15 (Scoop News)-In a vibrant celebration of academic excellence, Aloha J&K hosted the 9th General Ability Test (GAT) Annual Awards Ceremony at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The event was graced by renowned educationists, school heads, journalists and edu leaders from across Jammu and Kashmir.
The ceremony was attended by notable figures including internationally renowned educationist Syed Hyder; G. N. Var, President of the Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK); senior journalist and human resource trainer Mehmood ur Rashid; Mubashir Wafai, Chairman of Aloha J&K; Atif Chasti, CEO of Aloha J&K and several other dignitaries.
The event celebrated the top achievers of the 9th GAT, with awards including laptops, tablets, smart watches and a special educational tour to the Museum of the Future in Dubai for the top seven performers.
In his keynote address, Syed Hyder spoke about the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. “AI is not our enemy—it is a tool. The question isn’t whether it will change our lives—it already has. What we need to ask is: Are we preparing our children to become creators of AI or just consumers?” he asked. He emphasized the importance of strong foundational skills. “We must focus on building writing skills and critical thinking, so that we use AI as a tool for creativity rather than becoming overly reliant on it,” he said.
G. N. Var praised Aloha J&K for nurturing young talent and providing a strong academic platform. “We must follow the footsteps of saints like Shah-e-Hamdan (RA), who brought both spiritual and economic transformation to Kashmir. I dream of seeing Kashmir reclaim its position as a global center of learning, "he said.
He also announced the launch of the Shah-e-Hamdan (RA) Talent Search Test to identify and support budding talent across the region.
Highlighting the evolving educational landscape, Mehmood ur Rashid emphasized the need for practical and skill-based learning. “In today’s AI-driven world, we must shift from rote learning to real-world skills. Quality education must be accessible to all students, not just a privileged few,” he noted.
Mubashir Wafai stressed the importance of guiding students from the primary level. “Our focus is on young students across Kashmir, ensuring they are well-prepared before reaching Class 10th. Many students struggle with career direction later on. Our aim is to support them early through structured General Ability Tests (GAT),” he said.
He added, "Opportunities like awards, gadgets and the Dubai tour motivate children and boost their confidence. But our true goal is to build a strong foundation for lifelong success.”
Atif Chasti, the driving force behind the GAT initiative, shared his pride in its consistent success He said “GAT is not just an exam — it’s a movement to recognize and uplift talent across Jammu and Kashmir. From registration to the awards ceremony, we strive for transparency and impact. I’m deeply proud of the team that brings this vision to life year after year.”
The most awaited moment of the event was the prize distribution, where top achievers were celebrated for their outstanding performance: Darakshaan Nazir(Rafiabad Public School); Syedah Nimat Fatimah (Foundation World School); Mariya (RP Anantnag); Haya Athar (Al Noor Model School); Zuha Noor(Alchemy Public School); Zeeba Firdous (SRM Welkin Higher Secondary School); Mohd Aseeb Wani (Faiz-e-Aam). These students will be taken on a special educational tour to the Dubai Museum.
Second Position (Laptop Awards): Maliha Sareer (SRM Welkin); Mujtaba Tariq (Lucent Global); Anam (RPNagbal); Bilquees Nazir (SRM Welkin); Mustafa Bilal (New Era Day Boarding); Tabinda Bashir (SRM Welkin).
Third Position (Tablet Awards): Zuha Safwat Sheikh (Govt. Hr. Sec. School BK Pora); Shah Midhat (Alchemy Public School); Rayan Amir (Crescent Public School); Annum Ul Fatimah (Whiz Kids School); Misbah Bint Nazir (Ayesha Ali Academy); Mehreen Mushtaq (Dr. AGMS City School, Nowgam).
Other Notable Achievers: Angbeen Malik (Whiz Kids), Mohammad Basit (Tyndale Biscoe), Maira Firdous (SRM Welkin),Umaida Manzoor (Al Amaan Institute), Anabia Feroz (Imperial Convent), Mohammad Kamil Masoodi (Green Valley), Yasoob Ali Baba (Doon International), Hadiya Rifat (Imperial Convent), Sadiya Wani (Al Noor), Zehan Maqbool Wani (Summer Heavens), Aaizah Maryam (Mallinson), Shah Waris Iqbal (DPS Sheikhpora), Aaesha(Green Valley), Sanya Mir (KPS Unisoo), Salib Ashaq Jandoo (RP Anantnag), Ifham Bashir (KPS Kupwara), Madiha Shabir (RP Anantnag), Aairah Batool (SRM Welkin),Sania Rashid (SRM Welkin), Nazeeefa Wani (Peace School Nagam Budgam), Zaid Nisar (Birla Open Minds International).
The event also marked the official launch of the 10th General Ability Test (GAT)by top dignitaries, school heads and franchise representatives of Aloha J&K, reinforcing the organization’s mission to promote academic excellence across the region.
The entire program was warmly hosted by Qazi Amaar, whose engaging presence and heartfelt words kept the audience connected throughout the ceremony. At the conclusion of the event, he expressed his sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to its success.“I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to our dignitaries, special guests, respected school heads, dear students, supportive parents, media professionals and our hardworking organizing team. This success belongs to all of us. Thank you to everyone who made this event a memorable and meaningful one. It was truly an honor to be your host today.”
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