KATHUA, Sep 26: Government Degree College (GDC) Kathua organized Inter-College Declamation/Painting /Poster and Quiz Competition to commemorate Gandhi Jayanti Celebration.
Principal of the College, Prof. Sumanesh Jasrotia was the Chief Guest on the occasion. The Programme began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the dignitaries followed by Saraswati Vandana.
The welcome address was given by Dr. Seema Malpotra, Convener of Literary Activities and Head Department of English who outlined the purpose and structure of the event. It was followed by a song “Raghupati Raghav Rajaram” sung by students of the College. Speaking on the occasion Chief Guest outlined the need to celebrate the National festival.
He stressed that Gandhiji believed that non-violence is a philosophy, a Principle and an experience which can be made the basis for betterment of society.
He made strenuous efforts for removing untouchability, attaining Swaraj, eradicating social evils, improving the economic disparity and women empowerment.
This event received enthusiastic participation from different colleges of Kathua District and a plethora of interactive and interesting activities performed where the students articulated Gandhi ideology and contribution towards Indian Independence.
The event was divided into three categories i.e. Declamation/Painting/Poster and Quiz and were judged by the Judges from various colleges The Judges for the Declamation Competition were Prof. Romika Bassin, Prof. Pawan and Dr. Seema.
The Judges for the Painting/Poster competition were Prof. Babita Jamwal, Prof. Rakesh Sharma and Prof. Ritu Bhagat. 1st position in the category of Declamation was given to Neha Kumari, GDC Kathua, 2nd position went to Sukriti Bhadwal from GDC Billawar and 3rd Position was secured by Komal Sharma from GDC Hiranagar.
The first prize in painting/poster completion was given to Diksha Sharma from GDC Kathua, 2nd position went to Rawani Jasrotia from GDC Hiranagar and 3rd Position was secured by Diksha Mehra from GCW Kathua.
The 1st position in the category of Quiz competition went to Meenakshi Thakur from GDC Kathua, 2nd position was secure by Vishu Devi from GCW Kathua and 3rd position went to Sparsh Sharma from GDC Hiranagar.
The event was appraised by the senior faculty members including Prof. Jasvinder Singh, Prof. Rakesh Singh and Prof. Rachna and other faculty members Dr. Poonam, Prof. Esha, Dr. Kamaldeep Singh, Dr. Pinki were also present.
The events comparing was done by Dr. Eva Sharma. The event was convened by Dr. Seema Malpotra, Convener of Literary Activities and Head Department of English with the support of Committee Members Prof. Raj Kiran, Dr. Anupma Arora, Dr. Shub Kumar, Dr, Chetna Gupta, Dr. Ambica, Prof. Ram Krishan, Prof Manmohan Singh, Dr. Eva Sharma and Dr. Nitasha Baloria. The event was concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Raj Kiran Sharma.
GDC Kathua organizes District Level Competition
