September 08, 2026: A monitoring team from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan visited the Technology Incubation Center (TIC) Kharmang to review its activities and progress. Director ORIC, Dr. Munawwar Ali Abbas, warmly welcomed the HEC monitoring team and briefed them about the initiatives and activities being carried out through the Technology Incubation Centers established by the University of Baltistan, Skardu, in Shigar, Ghanche, Kharmang, and Skardu. He highlighted the University's efforts to provide skills development, entrepreneurship opportunities, and capacity-building programs for the youth of the region. The HEC team appreciated the activities and efforts of the University of Baltistan, Skardu, and assured their full cooperation and support in the future to further strengthen and expand the TICs. During the briefing, the Director ORIC also conveyed the vision of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Masood Akhter, regarding the main objectives of the Technology Incubation Centers, particularly the engagement and empowerment of local youth through diverse skills and livelihood opportunities, including livestock management, agriculture, entrepreneurship, freelancing, digital marketing, handicrafts, and other market-oriented skills. At the end of the visit, HEC Director Monitoring Dr. Bashir Khan and Deputy Director Monitoring Mr. Yasir Anwar distributed certificates among the participants who successfully completed the training programs.