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GDC R.S. PURA CELEBRATES RASHTRIYA EKTA DIWAS WITH PATRIOTIC ZEAL
Government Degree College (GDC) R.S. Pura celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity
Day) with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour under the esteemed patronage and guidance of
Prof. (Dr.) Preetpal Kour, Principal of the College. The occasion commemorated the birth
anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, fondly remembered as the Iron Man of India and aimed to
reinforce the values of national unity, integrity and solidarity. The programme was jointly organised
by the Vigilance Awareness Committee, Drug De-addiction Committee, NSS Unit and NCC Girls'
and Boys' Units of the College. The activities included slogan-making on the theme of national
unity, a Unity March and the administration of the National Unity Pledge. NSS volunteers, NCC
cadets from both the Girls' and Boys' Units and other students participated actively and
enthusiastically, reaffirming their commitment to the ideals of unity, peace, harmony and national
integration.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Anupama Pandotra, Head of Department of Zoology emphasised the
importance of national unity and integrity in strengthening the nation. She encouraged students to
rise above social, cultural and regional differences and contribute towards building a harmonious
and inclusive society. She also appreciated the collaborative efforts of the various committees, along
with the NSS and NCC Units, for successfully organising the programme and engaging students in
activities that promote 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), with
the active support and participation of faculty members Dr. Neeti Chibber, Dr. Raj Kumari, Dr.
Sudesh Kumar, Dr. Kiran Pathania, Prof. Vijeeta Anand, Dr. Sunil Kumar Mangoch, Prof. Rajinder
Singh and along with NCC cadets and NSS volunteers of the College. The programme culminated
with a strong message of national unity and collective responsibility, inspiring students to uphold
the values of integrity, harmony and patriotism. The celebration reaffirmed the importance of
standing united beyond all differences and contributing towards building a stronger, peaceful and
cohesive nation.
