ZNS NIST ACADEMY Opens Its New Branch in Kathua, J&K
ZNS NIST ACADEMY Opens Its New Branch in Kathua, J&K
Kathua-ZNS NIST ACADEMY, a premier institute in the fields of Fashion Designing and Beauty Education, proudly announced the grand opening of its fifth branch in Kathua. Jammu & Kashmir. With successful campuses already thriving in Gandhinagar, Udhampur, Bari Brahmana, and Akhnoor, ZNS NIST continues its mission to empower youth with skill-based education and entrepreneurial opportunities.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Dr. Bharat Bhushan, Hon’ble MLA Kathua, and Mr. Sohail Kazmi, Senior Journalist, who served as Chief Guests. Both dignitaries extended their heartfelt congratulations to the founders Mr. Shabir Malik and Mrs. Nusrat Malik for their outstanding contribution to the education and empowerment of youth in the region.
Dr. Bharat Bhushan emphasized the critical need for skill-based education in today’s era, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. “Institutes like ZNS NIST are the need of the hour. They not only educate but also build platforms for creativity, self-employment, and entrepreneurship-particularly empowering our women,” he said.
Mr. Sohail Kazmi, associated with ZNS NIST for over seven years, praised the academy’s dedication to excellence. “For the youth today, sky is the limit. Skills not only enhance your professional outlook but also your personality. ZNS NIST is playing a leading role in shaping careers in the Beauty and Fashion sectors in J&K,” he remarked.
Founders Shabir Malik and Nusrat Malik expressed their gratitude, sharing that the demand for a Kathua branch was long-standing. “Many students from Kathua used to travel long distances to attend our courses. Opening a centre here is our promise to make quality skills education more accessible.”
With over 2000+ students trained and hundreds of startups launched by “NISTians” across Jammu & Kashmir, ZNS NIST continues to be a leading name in skill education.
The inauguration event was also attended by distinguished guests:
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, Joint Director, Sheep Husbandry
Mamta Gole, Centre Head, ZNS NIST Kathua Ravinder Singh, Senior Journalist
Shivam Singh & Meenakshi Bhagat, Managing Directors. The Chatterbox
Irfan Choudhary, Actor & Director
Shivangi Dogra, Centre Head, ZNS NIST Udhampur
Sunny Badyal, Comedian.
Heena, Centre Head, ZNS NIST Akhnoor
Inderjeet Singh, Sampark PR Agency
The event marked a significant milestone in the expansion of ZNS NIST ACADEMY and reaffirms its commitment to shaping the future of youth through creativity, skill, and opportunity.
