Srinagar, Sept. 11 -- Syed Aaliya

The Army's role goes beyond defence, and if anyone intends to witness this fact, Kashmir is the perfect place for it. In Kashmir, the Army not only guards borders or protects citizens; it delivers much more than that. It has multiple civic outreach initiatives, contributes to sports, nation-building, rescue operations, and public welfare, and one of its important contributions is education through the prestigious Army Goodwill Schools. Historically, education in Kashmir has remained a challenge due to its geography, tough terrain, and harsh winters. This, in turn, has restricted educational opportunities and access to schools for those living in far-flung areas. It is in this difficult environment that A...