22/04/2026
The Department of Economics, Central University of Kashmir, successfully organized a special lecture on “Capacity Building Initiatives of SEBI” on 22nd April 2026 at the Green Campus. The programme was conducted under the visionary guidance of the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath.
The session was delivered by the distinguished guest speaker, Mr. Subhayu Das, Assistant General Manager at the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM). The event was further graced by Dr. Saloni Bhutani, Economic Officer, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Jainendra Kumar Verma. Dr. Masroor Ahmad (Head of the Department) was present along with faculty members Dr. Tasleem Araf Cash, Dr. Tosib Alam, and Dr. Khursheed Dar. Mr. Bilal Ahmad Hakeem played an instrumental role in liaising between Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), NISM, and the university for organizing the programme.
Mr. Das delivered an insightful lecture highlighting the role of SEBI and NISM in promoting financial literacy, investor awareness, and capacity building in the financial sector. He emphasized the importance of informed investment practices and the growing relevance of financial education among youth.
The session witnessed active participation from M.A. and Ph.D. students. Notably, an online quiz session was conducted by NISM following the lecture, which added an engaging and evaluative dimension to the programme. Students participated enthusiastically, reinforcing their learning outcomes through real-time assessment.
The lecture proved highly beneficial for students by enhancing their understanding of financial market regulations, exposing them to institutional frameworks, strengthening their analytical orientation, and encouraging career aspirations in financial markets and regulatory bodies.
Ms. Arwa, M.A. (Economics), 4th Semester student, formally welcomed the guests and also delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, faculty members, and participants.
The event concluded on a highly enriching note, leaving participants with deeper insights into financial systems, regulatory mechanisms, and practical aspects of investor education.
