Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 24: The Department of Educational Studies, in collaboration with the Office of the Dean, Students’ Welfare, organized 10 days, “Yuva Shakti Mahotsav,” at Malviya Shiksha Bhawan, Central University of Jammu.
Prof Ritu Bakshi, Dean of Students’ Welfare; Prof Uday Pratap Singh, Associate Dean of Academics, CU Jammu and Prof Asit Mantry, Head of the Department of Educational Studies, chaired the event.
In his inaugural address, Prof Uday Pratap Singh highlighted the importance of empowering young minds and fostering a culture of innovation and skill-based education.
Prof Ritu Bakshi urged the youth to participate in various activities as planned for the all-round development of their personality.
Prof J N Baliya senior faculty also spoke on the occasion while Dr Kiran, the event’s Convenor, shared outlines of the program.
Under the Baahu Shakti (Physical Strength), various games and competitions were conducted in which students from BA, B Ed. and M Ed programs displayed incredible enthusiasm and energy throughout the day.
The Mann Shakti (Mental Power) featured various activities, including poster making, painting, sketching, slogan writing, poem writing, recitation and book reviews.
Similarly, the Kala Shakti event celebrated students’ artistic and cultural talents, focusing on poem recitation and song performances aligned with the themes of Youth, Nationalism, and Swami Vivekananda.
The event provided a platform for students to express their creativity and reflect on the values of patriotism, unity, and self-reliance inspired by Swami Vivekananda and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
During this event, Swami Yajnadharananad, Secretary Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, Jammu, addressed the youth and emphasized that they must have a great aim in their life.
On this occasion, the second issue of a bi-annual magazine -Devika was released by the Swami and other dignitaries.
The programs concluded with a grand valedictory session and prize distribution. The valedictory session was graced by Ashish Suri, Controller of Examinations, as the chief guest. He emphasized the importance of holistic education in shaping responsible and empowered youth, urging students to carry forward the teachings of Swami Vivekananda in their lives.
Prof Asit Mantry explained the difference between moral, religious, and spiritual life as envisioned by Swami Vivekananda.
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