Excelsior Correspondent
SAMBA, Aug 8: Shri Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Government Degree College, Samba organised a programme, uniting students from all Government Degree Colleges of Samba district in a vibrant showcase of talent, patriotism and cultural unity. The event was held under the guidance of Principal Prof. (Dr.) Twinkle Suri, who applauded the students for their spirited participation and commitment to national values.
The programme began with the ceremonial lamp lighting and a welcome address by Prof. Rashi Gupta, Event Coordinator. Competitions were conducted across various categories. In the National Anthem Singing Competition, Mridula Jasrotia (GDC Samba) won in the solo category, while Diksha, Mridula, Tapasvi and Ritika (GDC Samba) triumphed in the group category. The event was judged by Dr. Kuldeep Raina and Dr. Jasmeet Kour, HoDs of Music at GDC Bishnah and GDC RS Pura, respectively.
In the Essay Writing Competition on Role of Education in Promoting Peace and National Unity, Ritika Sharma (GDC Samba) secured first place, followed by Bhumika Sharma (GDC Ramgarh) and Taniya Devi (GDC Ghagwal). The Seminar on Role of J&K Youth in Achieving Viksit Bharat@2047 was topped by Suvidha Sambyal (GDC Samba), with Ria Devi (GDC Ghagwal) and Poonam Sharma (GDC Purmandal) in second and third place.
In the Painting Competition on Portraits of Unsung Heroes of Independence, Sheetal Devi (GDC Samba) bagged first position, followed by Shabnam Devi (GDC Ghagwal) and Sonika Devi (GDC Ramgarh).
The jury included Dr. Banpreet Kour and Dr. Vaani Awasthi (Seminar), Dr. Anamika Baru and Dr. Shabila Wani (Painting), and Dr. Anupama Sharma and Dr. Vaani Awasthi (Essay).
A special highlight was the inauguration of a “Wall of Unsung Heroes” by the Department of History, and a plantation drive urging students to honour both their mothers and Mother Earth.
Associate Prof. Seema Sharma, Convener Students’ Welfare, delivered the vote of thanks, concluding the ceremony on a high note. Winners will represent Samba District at the Divisional Level Competitions on August 11, and will be felicitated by the District Administration on August 15, 2025.
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