UDHAMPUR, Oct 31: Government College for Women (GCW), Udhampur, celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) with enthusiasm on Saturday to mark the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the Iron Man of India.
The programme was organised by the Department of Zoology under the guidance of Principal Prof. Dr. Nalini Pathania.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Neha Antal, Head of the Department of Zoology, who highlighted the significance of National Unity Day and Sardar Patel’s contribution to the integration of the nation.
A special lecture was delivered by Dr. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Head of the Department of Mathematics, who spoke about the life, ideals and nation-building efforts of Sardar Patel. He encouraged students to uphold the values of unity, integrity and brotherhood.
The proceedings were conducted by Dr. Anita Kumari, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology. Student speakers Neha Bharti and Abida also shared their views on unity in diversity and the relevance of Sardar Patel’s vision in contemporary India.
The programme featured the administration of the Rashtriya Ekta Pledge to students and faculty members, followed by a documentary screening highlighting the life and contributions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Faculty members, including Prof. Swarna Devi, Dr. Madhvi Bhardwaj, Dr. Mukesh Kumar, Dr. Ujval Gupta, Dr. Ravi Kumar, Prof. Shobha Rani and Dr. Anu Choudhary, attended the programme. Around 60 students participated enthusiastically.
The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Shiwali Gupta of the Department of Zoology.