R S PURA, Oct 31: Government Degree College (GDC) R.S. Pura celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the Iron Man of India.
The programme was organised under the guidance of Principal Prof. (Dr.) Preetpal Kour and jointly conducted by the Vigilance Awareness Committee, Drug De-addiction Committee, NSS Unit and NCC Girls’ and Boys’ Units of the college.
The celebrations featured slogan-making activities on national unity, a Unity March and the administration of the National Unity Pledge. NSS volunteers, NCC cadets and other students participated enthusiastically, reaffirming their commitment to unity, peace, harmony and national integration.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Anupama Pandotra, Head, Department of Zoology, highlighted the importance of national unity and integrity in strengthening the country. She urged students to rise above social, cultural and regional differences and contribute towards building an inclusive and harmonious society. She also appreciated the collective efforts of the organising committees and student units in promoting patriotic values and responsible citizenship.
The programme was coordinated by Prof. Geetika Goswami, Convener, Vigilance Awareness Committee; Prof. Neelam Kumari, Convener, Drug De-addiction Committee; Prof. Lukesha Dubgotra, NSS Programme Officer; Prof. Sanjeev Upadhaya, CTO, NCC Boys’ Unit; and Dr. Kiran Lata, CTO, NCC Girls’ Unit.
Faculty members Dr. Neeti Chibber, Dr. Raj Kumari, Dr. Sudesh Kumar, Dr. Kiran Pathania, Prof. Vijeeta Anand, Dr. Sunil Kumar Mangoch and Prof. Rajinder Singh also extended their support, along with NCC cadets and NSS volunteers.
The programme concluded with a message of unity, integrity and collective responsibility, encouraging students to uphold the spirit of patriotism and contribute towards building a peaceful, inclusive and cohesive nation.