Editorial: In this edition, we share the inspiring stories of students from far-flung areas of Kashmir who have gained practical skills in repairing home appliances through vocational education. These students secured part-time jobs in local repair shops, combining education with hands-on experience. This edition also marks the debut of our local editorial team .
Bridging the Gap: Practical Skills vs. Theoretical Knowledge:
Vocational education bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, empowering electronics students to confidently repair home appliances.
Earning and Learning: Part-Time Employment in Repair Shops:
Students from far-flung areas earn money and enhance their repair skills through part-time jobs in local repair shops, tackling a variety of appliances.
Innovation and Recognition: Inspiring Efforts in Electronics:
Notably, one student’s self-designed solar charger earned them a nomination for the prestigious “Inspire Award,” highlighting the impact of practical learning.
Practical Skills for Everyday Life:
These students exemplify the importance of vocational education in equipping them with practical skills, fostering self-sufficiency and problem-solving abilities.
Local Editorial Team: Amplifying Local Voices and Perspectives:
Our local editorial team introduces a diverse range of voices and perspectives, emphasizing the value of vocational education in our community. These students from far-flung areas demonstrate the transformative power of vocational education in electronics, bridging theory and practice. Let us celebrate their achievements and recognize the significance of practical skills in shaping a brighter future.
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Rising Star: Shah Fahad’s Journey from Adversity to Entrepreneurial Success
Shah Fahad, a student currently in 10th grade at Government Higher Secondary School Abhama, shines as a beacon of brilliance in the face of adversity. Hailing from the economically disadvantaged village of Abhama in Pulwama district, Shah Fahad’s story is one of determination and resilience. Shah Fahad’s family relies on their electronics repair shop, where repairs of electrical and electronic gadgets like television, radio, mobile phone etc. are managed by his father, as their main source of income. It is with this backdrop that Shah Fahad’s passion for electronics and hardware flourished. Shah Fahad gained invaluable knowledge of basic tools like multimeters and soldering irons, which he seamlessly applied to assist his father in the shop.
Today, Shah Fahad has made remarkable progress in the field, becoming adept at troubleshooting faults in electrical equipment used at school and home like television, washing machine and refrigerator . In addition to his studies, he now provides home services for electrical appliances, catering to the needs of people in nearby villages. Not only does Shah Fahad pay his own school fees, but he also supports his family financially through his entrepreneurial endeavors. We extend our heartfelt wishes to Shah Fahad for his future endeavors, confident that his unwavering determination and entrepreneurial spirit will continue to propel him towards success.
Empowering Dreams: Sharafat Shafqat’s Journey from curiosity to Entrepreneurial Success
Sharafat Shafqat belongs to a backward village Malanoo, tehsil Kahara district Doda. He was a very good student of our school. He always wanted to learn new things that made him different from others. One day when he was in 9th class I took him in ICT lab and showed different parts of computer and it’s working. He showed much interest in computer. He brought a computer and after sometime opened a stationery and Photostat shop in his village. He had all the qualities of being a successful entrepreneur. I guided him through thick and thin and finally helped him to set up his Internet Café near our school. This didn’t hamper his studies. Today, when I told him to share his story of being a successful entrepreneur, he shared me some pictures of his shop and thanked me for guiding him through. I am blessed and proud of him.
Curiosity and perseverance : Two important skills that will take you far
Our student Musharef Hussain is one such person. A hardworking student of the school, Musharef was always keen to learn new things. His interest was not limited to electronics & mhardware. Musharraf was an active participant in many activities. In his two year course he learnt many things and improved himself day by day. He didn’t stop there and joined a nearby shop in his village where he learned about repairing electrical appliances such as fans, blowers etc. A soft spoken lad with good communication skills, Musharef dreams of opening his own electric repair shop. Khalid Shabir, his mentor and teacher is full of pride and justifiably so. Khalid is confident in his students potential and wishes him a future where he will definitely fulfil his dreams.
Illuminating Pathways: Towheed Ahmad Shah’s Journey of Electronics
We are thrilled to present the story of our student, Towheed Ahmad Shah, from VT BHS Gotlibagh Ganderbal. Right from the initial stages in Class IX, Towheed displayed a profound interest in the field of electronics. As he delved deeper into the program, his knowledge expanded, and he became proficient in troubleshooting basic home appliances such as heaters, electric irons, and LED bulbs. This aptitude for problem-solving propelled his success. Towheed’s dedication is further evidenced by his commitment to balancing his studies and assisting his uncle at an Electronics Repairing shop. With admirable time management skills, he ensures that his academic progress remainsn unaffected. Towheed’s aspiration is to pursue further studies in the field of electronics. We take immense pride in Towheed Ahmad Shah’s achievements and applaud his ability to seize opportunities for growth. His story serves as an inspiration to students, showcasing the power of passion, hard work, and perseverance in achieving their dreams.
Rafit Ara’s Journey in Electronics Shines Bright
Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, a vocational trainer at Govt Girls High School Ajas Bandipora, proudly shares the inspiring story of Rafit Ara, an exceptional student who has demonstrated remarkable talent and passion in Electronics and Hardware (E&H). Among the talented students, Rafit Ara’s journey stands out as a testament to her brilliance. Fueled by a deep interest in E&H, Rafit Ara would engage in small practical experiments at home, delving into the subject matter both inside and outside the classroom. Her keen focus on the electrical aspects led her to successfully undertake residential house fittings and rectify various small equipment like radios, mobile chargers, and heaters. With active participation in projects ranging from full-wave rectifiers to series and parallel connections, Rafit Ara’s dedication and enthusiasm shine through. Her achievements in these endeavors are clear indicators of a promising future in the field of electronics. We wish Rafit Ara the best of luck in her future endeavors. It is evident that she possesses the drive and potential to make a significant impact in the realm of electronics.
Nurturing Brilliance: Momin Parvaiz’s Inspiring Journey in Electronics
In the rustic landscapes of BHS Awoora Kupwara, vocational trainer Sajad Bhat witnessed the immense potential hidden within the students. Eager to guide them onto a path of opportunity, Sajad introduced the concept of vocational education and its significance compared to traditional methods. The response was overwhelming, and one student, Momin Parvaiz, stood out as a shining star.
Momin, an exceptional student, displayed an unwavering passion for Electronics and Hardware (E&H). Carrying dysfunctional radios, remotes, and circuits to school, Momin delved into the intricacies of components, tirelessly seeking out faults and honing his skills. Sajad found in him a dedicated partner, and together, they embarked on various projects, testing circuits on a daily basis. Momin’s brilliance reached new heights when he conceived the idea of creating a “Solar Charger.” His innovative project earned him a well-deserved nomination for the prestigious INSPIRE AWARDS. Currently, Momin continues to work on refining the design, showcasing his determination to push, boundaries and make a significant impact. With aspirations to become an electronics engineer, Momin’s path forward is illuminated by his unwavering dedication and thirst for knowledge. Sajad Bhat, along with the entire school community, extends their best wishes for Momin’s future endeavours, knowing that he is destined to make remarkable contributions in the field of electronics.
Student's Corner
Amritpal Singh
Amritpal Singh, IT-ITeS pass out from GSSS Khadur Sahib, Tarn Taran has been working as a salesman with Eureka Forbes for the past 2 months. He has a unique way of handling impatient customers. When the customer does not have the time and tries to shoo him off, he puts on a smile and says “No problem sir / ma’am, please take this brochure and read it if and when you have the time and let me know if I can be of any help”. This has softened a lot of customers who have ended up hearing him out. He gives his entire salary to his parents and feels proud that he can help out at home.
November 16, 2018
Ranjit Singh
Ranjit Singh is an IT-ITeS pass out from GSSS Khadur Sahib, Tarn Taran and works for Eureka Forbes for the past 2 months. He is employed as a salesman and has been putting his skills into action. He loves traveling to meet his clients and is glad about the experience he is gaining. He gives his salary to his family. When asked, where he sees himself in 2 – 3 years, he said he wants to study further while still working so that he can continue to support his family.
November 16, 2018
Sunil Kumar
Sunil Kumar works in Competent Synergies and is already 3 months into the job which he got after passing out of the IT – ITeS course from GSSS Dutarawali, Fazilka. He follows up with customers who have not recharged or have stopped using Airtel’s service and tries to solve the issues they faced and get them back to being an Airtel customer. He can converse in Hindi, Punjabi and English depending on the customers’ preference. He, says his entire lifestyle and outlook has changed, and he now knows how to conduct himself, talk to his customers, and handle stressful situations. He is also proficient in Excel and is eager to show his skills to his manager to take on higher assignments.
November 16, 2018
Kuldeep
Kuldeep works in Competent Synergies after he passed out of the IT – ITeS course from GSSS Dutarawali, Fazilka. When asked about how the job was, he said “Ekdum badiya!” He sells hello tunes to customers and can handle impatient and tough customers. He stays far from home and has rented a room with his friend. They eat lunch at the office canteen and have dinner at the gurudwara near their house. He gives full credit to the IT-ITeS course he took up in school and has persuaded his younger brother who studies in the same school to take up the vocational course so that he too can land a good job after passing out.
November 16, 2018
Reshma
Everything in life depends upon some word from some source. How we understand the words of our world and how we respond to them will often determine our failure or success in making life choices. Choose the right word. According to me, I am average in analytical skills. Training at Laqsh was really helpful in getting confidence in many areas. Another speciality of Laqsh is the individual attention given by the faculty. The faculty share their own experience. That really inspired me. I attended my first interview on the last day of the course & I got my first job! I am really thankful to Laqsh and the faculty. I am placed in Rapid Value It Services as a Software Tester.
July 27, 2018
Bharath Kumar
One to one interactions have helped me think logically and practically.Our faculty makes software testing concepts simpler by citing a lot of examples.I am encouraged to use them,to test the application on my own and rectify errors.Lab sessions have helped me to improve my practical knowledge.
July 27, 2018
Anitha
It was pleasure for having got trained with institute like Laqsh. Earlier I attend an interview with Ernst & Young and could not clear it as I lacked some skills. Laqsh helped me fill that skill gap and helped me imporve my Computer Skills, Testing Skills, build up my confidence level. I would always be thankful to Laqsh for providing me an opportunity to get placed in Wipro Technologies as a Software Engineer.
July 27, 2018
Mamtha
I am Mamatha.J. LAQSH is a place where you can learn new things everyday. The faculty were helpfull 24/7 I am joining Wipro Technologies as a Software Tester from 24-12-12 . I will never forget LAQSH
July 27, 2018
Washimenla
I joined Laqsh on August, 2012, as BLR 9 batch. But some unknown fear and insecurity took over me. Maybe it was the fear of being in a new place, among new people. I failed to open up myself. So, I started neglecting my classes. I was so stubborn, and so I decided to leave Laqsh. On the day when I came to Laqsh to present my application, to drop the course, something happened. The faculties of Laqsh took a hold of me, because somehow they knew that this act of mine was suicidal. They were not willing to give up on me, even when I myself had give up all hopes. That day was the most difficult day; I had a tug of war going on in my mind. Finally I gave in. I took their generous advice and decided to rejoin again. It was too late for me to join my previous batch, so I joined as the new BLR 11 batch, on October, 2012. That brought a drastic change in my life. Today after three and half months of my stay at Laqsh, I have become a more matured and confident person. I was like a lost sheep at first. Laqsh rescued me, and have so passionately nurtured and guided me to achieve to certain great heights that I had only imagined in my wildest dreams. I am so thankful to all the wonderful, most acknowledgeable faculty of Laqsh and they are the sole reason why I am in such a confident level now. And now I can’t be more grateful and thankful enough to each and every one of them for making me get through in my first ever job interview by Logfire as Software Tester.
July 27, 2018
Yashashwini C
Having got trained in Laqsh I could get two best breaks for my career. I got placed in Wipro Technologies & Accenture as well, of which I chose to join Accenture. I would always be thankful to the people of Laqsh for having guided me for building up my career.
July 27, 2018
Shalini
In Laqsh,I experienced a unique experience to learn things, they teach us to learn & have fun. I enjoyed every moment. All trainers focused mainly on "How to grow into a professional from a student” . They trained us on all requirements that a company can expect from an individual
July 27, 2018
Manu Awalla
“I’m loving it!! LAQSH- is a good platform to learn. I am enjoying every moment. “
July 27, 2018
Pradeep Kumar
Hi I am Pradeep, I joined Laqsh to improve my presentation skills and speaking.I enjoyed the training.It has lot of activities and is fun learning.Thats the best part about LAQSH. Thank you Laqsh.
July 27, 2018
Sindhuja
My sincere thanks to Laqsh job skill academy. It was a great experience in Laqsh for 4 months, it was like an extension of my college life. I learnt lot of new things from this academy like software testing, corporate culture, & so much about software that i was not aware before. Laqsh has a beautiful, friendly atmosphere to study in. They even conduct lot of cultural activities like we celebrated onam festival, Teachers day etc. I got placed in Wipro Technologies with the help of Laqsh academy
July 27, 2018
Neenu
Laqsh changed me a lot. I was very scared to speak before people even in my mother tongue. It got reduced because of Laqsh's education. It is the best platform to learn and upgrade ourselves.The faculty are very helpful & attend to each & every student.The main attraction is it has lot of activities.Laqsh helped me to get through the first interview itself.I got selected in Rapid Value IT Services in Kerala as a software tester. I am very happy
July 27, 2018
McNeil Glen D'Souza
"At LAQSH, I developed leadership qualities and I learned to take initiative."
July 27, 2018
Chandan Rastogi
The surest way not to fail is to determine to succeed.”- Richard Brinsley Sheridan I’m a B.Tech graduate from IIMT, Uttar Pradesh. I come from a business family. My native is Sitapur. My mother is a teacher of Mathematics and sister a Credit officer at the Bank of Baroda. After completing my graduation I gave a job mentor test conducted by the fresher’s world (helps in analyzing ones aptitude and technical skills). I also looked for jobs but didn’t find anything suitable or interesting. That is when I decided to specialize in a specific domain. I decided to move to Bangalore as it provides good job opportunities in the IT sector and majority of the IT companies are based in Bangalore. I got to know about Laqsh courses through fresher’s world. After joining this course, “My technical and practical knowledge have improved. I gathered skills which helped me clear interviews. Also, I have also become very confident”. Sushma Nagendra and Mr Kannan were my favorite teachers. They used very different teaching methodologies which were easy to understand. My dream is to work with Google. Currently I’m placed at INTEGRA MICRO SOFTWARE SERVICES PVT. LTD, Bangalore as Software Engineer Testing. My advice to everyone is, “One should be confident and never give up. One should have the willingness to learn and adapt then everything will fall into place.”
July 27, 2018
Yogesh Sharma
Training at Laqsh was really helpful in getting confidence in many areas. There are many institute that have similar kind of stuffs but the specialties about Laqsh is its individual attention and its curriculum. Apart from this what can I say about Technical training when person like Kanan Sir and Sushma Mam who has 20 yrs of experience with them are itself in this. Must say that if we have the problem Kanan sir has the solution.
July 27, 2018
Sivaraj.E
I really thank to Laqsh that they gave me the right path to live in this country, that's why right now I work for a software company in bangalore.
July 27, 2018
Nithya Shekar
Its my privilege to be talking about LAQSH as i have learnt many things from this institute. I'm glad to be part of the laqsh family. I joined this institute to learn about software testing. LAQSH has tought me so many things other then the subject in a short period of time. Laqsh has a good set up & I'm really thankful to laqsh and the faculty because they have helped me in every aspect, and now, I'm happily placed in WIPRO.
July 27, 2018
Krishna
"I was a very nervous person but now I am much more confident."
July 27, 2018
Kavitha Sharma
The word LAQSH itself holds a special meaning in my heart. I'm glad to be a part of the LAQSH family. Before joining this institute for manual testing I had no idea about this field as I was from a commerce background. After coming to LAQSH I learnt many things other than the subjects; I got rid of stage fear, I am more confident, my communication skills have improved all of which is very important in this competitive world. Laqsh has excellent facilities & very good faculty who help us in all aspects. With the help of all the faculties and our effort we are happily placed in WIPRO as software engineers. Last but not the least I would like to thank Laqsh for making my career.
July 27, 2018
Priya
In Laqsh,I learnt so many things.Before coming to Laqsh. I dont have proper communication.I was worried about my communication and also my Analytical skills.But In Laqsh the faculties helped me a lot to develope communication,Analytical as well as Technical Skills.They conducte code-A-Thon for us in Java.And that was too useful to develope knowledge about Java.
July 27, 2018
Sadiya Ambareen
Laqsh have a beautiful, friendly atmosphere to study in. Laqsh have given me an opportunity to realize my strength. I would specially give thanks to the professors who have recognize my strengths n weakness. They have truly helped me improvise my technical, analytical skills.. The testing coarse that i attended was of great use to me.
July 27, 2018