MLA Dr. Rameshwar Singh releases publications, marks significant milestone in College’s academic and literary journey
BANI, Oct 30: Government Degree College (GDC), Bani, achieved a significant academic and literary milestone with the release of its first-ever college newsletter, ‘SANKALP’, by Bani MLA Dr. Rameshwar Singh on Friday. The occasion also witnessed the unveiling of ‘Echoes and Horizons’, a book authored by the college Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Neena Gupta.
The release of SANKALP marks a historic achievement for the institution, as it is the first newsletter published since the establishment of Government Degree College, Bani, in 2008. The publication aims to provide a platform for showcasing the academic achievements, institutional activities, co-curricular engagements and creative contributions of students and faculty members.
The newsletter will also serve as a permanent record of the college’s academic journey, achievements and developmental initiatives while encouraging intellectual engagement, creativity and literary expression among students.
The occasion was further enriched by the release of ‘Echoes and Horizons’ authored by Prof. (Dr.) Neena Gupta and published by Truth and Social Publication in 2026. The book explores themes of bicultural identity, cultural ambivalence, nostalgia and socio-cultural environments through literary analysis. It examines questions of culture, identity, memory and belonging, offering insights into literary representations of human experiences and relationships.
Addressing the gathering, Principal Prof. (Dr.) Neena Gupta expressed gratitude to the MLA and all those associated with the institution for their support and encouragement. She highlighted the importance of academic and literary initiatives in creating a vibrant educational environment. She described the publication of the first college newsletter as an important step towards documenting institutional progress and preserving its achievements for future generations. She also emphasised the need to promote reading, writing, research and critical thinking among students and faculty members.
MLA Dr. Rameshwar Singh appreciated the college’s efforts to promote education, scholarship and literary engagement. He emphasised the role of educational institutions in nurturing creativity, intellectual abilities and academic excellence among students. He also highlighted their responsibility in shaping informed, responsible and culturally conscious citizens.
The event celebrated two important achievements for the institution, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence, literary scholarship, creativity and holistic student development.
The formal proceedings concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Nisha Devi, who expressed gratitude to the MLA, Principal, faculty members and all contributors for making the occasion successful.
Among the faculty members present were Dr. Resham Singh, Prof. Akash Zutshi, Dr. Sunil Kumar, Dr. Neha Manhas, Dr. Syed Mujtaba, Dr. Kiriti Attri, Dr. Mulkh Raj, Dr. Sarita Bhushan, Dr. Fayaz Ahmed, Dr. Parvaiz Beigh and Ishrat Bano.
The occasion marked a memorable chapter in the history of GDC Bani, reinforcing its commitment to education, research, literary activities and institutional growth.