CUK announces austerity measures, online classes, WFH on Fridays

Srinagar, May 20 : The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) has ordered a series of austerity measures, including online classes and work from home on Fridays and Green Saturdays, amid the prevailing situation.

According to an official order, the university administration as per the news agency, said that from May-22-2026, the university shall hold online teaching and Work From Home (WFH) on Fridays and Green Saturdays for both teaching and non teaching staff as part of the austerity measures.

The decision was taken following the recommendations of the Dean’s Committee meeting held on May 13 under the chairmanship of the Vice Chancellor.

The University administration further said that all practical components and laboratory classes scheduled on Fridays shall be rescheduled to Thursday afternoons to ensure continuity of academic activities without disruption.

The university has also directed that the PhD viva examinations and workshops shall be conducted through online mode keeping in view the feasibility of the directives.

The official order stated that in unavoidable circumstances, offline mode may be permitted with the approval of the competent authority.(KNO)