National Flag hoisting, cultural programmes mark Republic Day celebrations in educational institutions

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 27: National Flag hoisting and cultural programmes marked Republic Day celebrations in various educational institutions.
Vice Chancellor of the Central University of Jammu, Prof Devanand unfurled the National Flag at campus site at Bagla, District Samba. The flag hoisting ceremony was attended by the University Registrar, Jit Singh, Sub Divisional Police Officer, SS Sambyal, Senior Consultant, Dr PS Pathania, Academic Administrator, Prof Depak Raj Gupta, Dean Students’ Welfare, Prof NR Sharma, Deans of various schools, Officers of the University, Heads of the Departments, faculty, supporting staff, and students. The Security Director, Security In charge of the University and Protocol Officer were also present on the occasion. Earlier, the flag hoisting ceremony was performed at the Temporary Academic Block of the University at Sainik Colony, Jammu where also the tri-colour was unfurled by the VC.
Republic Day was celebrated at University of Jammu. Unfurling tricolour at Vice Chancellor Prof RD Sharma said the academicians have a big role to create and disseminate knowledge and prepare students, who in turn will set out to fulfill the dream of making India a vibrant nation. At the arrival of the VC, Guard of Honour was presented by the Jammu University Security Guards led by Capt SR Dubey, Security Officer. Earlier Prof Pankaj Srivastav, Dean Students Welfare presented the welcome address. On the occasion, cultural items were presented. Prof Sameer Gupta, Co-Chairman, Campus Cultural Committee, gave the formal vote of thanks.
On the occasion of 66th Republic Day, Tricolour was unfurled by Prof Sudhir K Jain, Vice Chancellor of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University at University campus in the presence of Registrar, Ajay Khajuria, deans, directors, faculty members, staff and students. A scintillating cultural programme was presented by students.
Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University celebrated Republic Day and the National Flag was unfurled by Registrar of the Varsity Mohammad Rashid Choudhary. Guard of honour was given by JKAP contingent. On the occasion, University officers, faculty members, staff and students were present. Vice Chancellor Prof Irshad Ahmed Hamal in his message impressed upon teachers and other staff members to work hard and contribute for developing the nation in the larger interest of the Country.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J). The National Flag was hoisted by Dr Pradeep K Sharma, Vice Chancellor in presence of statutory officers, teaching faculty, non-teaching staff and students.
In connection with celebration of 66th Republic Day a function was organized at Government Polytechnic for Women Jammu where Principal of the College hoisted the National flag. Students and staff members participated in the function and presented colourful cultural programmes.
To mark the celebration of 66th Republic Day, a collegiate debate competition on the topic “Is reformation required in the Constitution of India?’’ was organized at Yogananda College of Engineering and Technology (YCET), in which faculty members, staff and students participated. Pragti Jamwal, student of CSE, 3rd Semester bagged first position, Savitoj Singh, Civil Engg 3rd Semester got the 2nd position and Waleed Saif and Karan Pratap Singh jointly shared the 3rd position. Dr Seema Narain, Director YCET, Er Bodh Raj Verma, Dean Academics, Er Dinesh Gupta, Club Co-ordinator, Er Loveneesh Talwar, COD, Electrical Engineering and AK Kaul, TPO, Er Vidhi S Singh, Chairman, JGEI and Er Renu Bangroo, Managing Director were also present.
The management, students and staff of Dogra College of Education, Dogra Degree College and Dogra Law College hoisted the National Flag to celebrate 66th Republic Day. Chairman of Dogra Educational Trust, Gulchain Singh Charak unfurled the tri-color. Secretary Dogra Educational Trust Samar Dev Singh Charak, Prof BD Damral, Director (Academics) DET and all the heads of Dogra Law College, Dogra College of Education and Dogra Degree College were also present.
Kawa College of Education and Kawa Institute of Management and Technology celebrated 66th Republic Day. The programme started with hoisting of National Flag by Dr Anita Bali, Principal, Kawa College of Education. Students presented cultural programmes.
Chenab College of Education in collaboration with BIMTAS, celebrated Republic Day. National Flag was hoisted and National song was sung on this occasion. Among all those who were present on this occasion were the Principals of both colleges as well as staff members. Principal of BIMTAS Virender Gupta and Principal of Chenab College Kamaldeep Kour delivered a brief speech highlighting the importance of celebrating this day.
Rajiv Gandhi College of Nursing celebrated 66th Republic Day. The programme started by Flag hoisting by MS Katoch, Chairman, Kawa Group of Institutions, Jammu. The students of RGCN arranged many cultural programmes. The first year GNM students won in patriotic song competition and were awarded certificates. Anjana Bavouria, CEO. Kawa Group, Johny Kutty Joseph, Vice Principal, RGCN and faculty members were also present on the occasion.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at Galaxy College of Education, Sainik Colony. Arun Kumar Sharma, Chairman of the college unfurled the National Flag. A brief introduction on the importance of this day was given by Prof Anita. The function ended with vote of thanks by Principal of the college.
Republic Day was celebrated at Sant Mela Singh College of Education, Digiana. On the occasion, Rangil Singh, Former Minister and President, J&K Olympic Association was the chief guest and unfurled the National Flag and took salute from college contingents. A cultural programme was presented by students. Earlier, Principal Dr Kiran Luthra presented the welcome address.
Republic Day was celebrated at KCS College of Education. Principal Prof OP Sharma unfurled the National Flag, followed by National Anthem. Students presented cultural items and patriotic songs.
Republic Day was celebrated at Gandhi Memorial College of Education, Raipur, Bantalab. President, HESK, BL Razdan was the chief guest and Prof HL Misri was the guest of Honour. AK Raina, general secretary, HESK, Principal of GMCEJ Prof GL Koul, staff members and students were also present. The students of GMCEJ presented a captivating cultural bonanza focused on patriotism.
Government Sri Ranbir Higher Secondary School, Parade celebrated Republic Day. Principal JS Manhas hoisted the National Flag and delivered a lecture on the national spirit. School band played National Anthem and students took part in march past.
Government Higher Secondary School, Bakshi Nagar organized a programme to celebrate the Republic Day. National Flag was unfurled by the Principal of the School, Kamla Kumari. National Anthem was sung by the children and staff.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at Government Hari Singh Higher Secondary School, Residency Road. Sultana Kousar, Principal hoisted the National Flag, followed by National Anthem and patriotic songs by students and NCC cadets.
Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Gandhi Nagar celebrated 66th Republic Day. The celebration started with flag hoisting by Vice Principal Pritam Singh, followed by National Anthem. The school staff presented a soulful melodious song to emphasize the importance of our nation.
Government Higher Secondary School, Sarwal celebrated 66th Republic Day. The National Flag was hoisted by Principal Bishan Singh Jaral in presence of students and staff members.
Government Higher Secondary School (Camp), Anand Nagar, Bohri Jammu celebrated Republic Day. Principal of the School, Ramesh Hakim was the chief guest on the occasion, who unfurled the National Flag. Some staff members and students threw light on the significance of the day.
Government Higher Secondary School, Paloura celebrated 66th Republic Day. Principal of the school Harbans Lal unfurled the National Flag. A contingent of students of the school also participated in the march past.
Government High Secondary School, Bahu Fort celebrated Republic Day. Principal RG Dogra hoisted the National Flag. Students of the school present colourful programme.
Government Higher Secondary School, Channi Himmat celebrated 66th Republic Day. Shahnaz Choundhary, Principal hoisted the National Flag in presence of staff members and students.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at Government Higher Secondary School, Ghou Manhasan. The National Tricolour was hoisted by the Principal Jagdish R Sharma in the presence of the staff and students.
Government Higher Secondary School, Rehal, Bishnah celebrated Republic Day wherein Principal, Baljeet Singh unfurled the National Flag and addressed the students, staff and public.
Government Higher Secondary School, Chowki-Jandrore, teshil Ramnagar celebrated Republic Day where the National Flag was hoisted by Ram Dass, Principal. Makhan Lal Gupta was guest of honour and Master Dina Nath was also present. Cultural items were presented by the students.
Government Higher Secondary School, Dablehar, RS Pura organized a colourful function to celebrate 66th Republic Day. Suman Lata, Principal unfurled the tricolor and took salute from the marching contingents of school students.
Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Mendhar celebrated Republic Day. SDM Ramesh Kumar hoisted the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff members and students. On the occasion, students presented cultural items.
Republic Day was celebrated at Government Higher Secondary School, Mankote. Tehsildar Jatinder Mishra unfurled the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff members and students.
Government Higher Secondary School, Dhar Galoon celebrated Republic Day. Tehsildar Balakote Rattan Singh hoisted the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff members and students.
Government Higher Secondary School, Jhajjar Kotli celebrated Republic Day. Tehsildar Dansal hoisted the National Flag along with Principal Geetu Bangotra in the presence of staff members and students. Cultural activities were also present by the students on the occasion.
Government Higher Secondary School, Jaganoo, Udhampur celebrated 66th Republic Day. Principal Manjula Arora unfurled the National Flag in presence of Tanvir Shah, staff members and students.
Republic Day was celebrated at Government Higher Secondary School, Ramnagar. Depandra Sharma, SDM Ramnagar hoisted the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff and students. Students participated in march past and also performed cultural activities. The meritorious students were awarded with prizes.
Government Higher Secondary School, Bhaddu celebrated 66th Republic Day. Sarpanch Panchyat Bhaddu Narinder Sharma presided over the function and hoisted the National Flag along with Mohinder Vaid, who was guest of honour. National Flag hoisting was followed by National Anthem, march past and colourful programme.
Government Higher Secondary School, Keya, tehsil Ramnagar celebrated Republic Day. Romi Kumar, Principal hoisted the National Flag in presence of students and teachers.
Government Higher Secondary School, Jandrah celebrated Republic Day with great enthusiasm and fervor. Jugal Kishore Sharma, MP unfurled the National Flag in presence of huge gathering. On this occasion colourful cultural programme was presented which was highly appreciated by all. Principal Ashok Kumar threw light on the importance of the day.
Government Higher Secondary School, Rang, Ramnagar celebrated Republic Day. The National Flag was hoisted by Onkar Singh, retd DySP in presence of Headmaster Madan Lal, staff members and villagers.
Government Higher Secondary School, Chiralla celebrated 66th Republic Day. Tehsildar Chiralla, Ranjeet Singh was the chief guest, who unfurled the National Flag and took the salute of parade in the presence of acting Principal Shamin Ahmed and Major JS Danyal of 26 RR.
Government Higher Secondary School, Kathera, Kathua celebrated Republic Day. Tirath Singh, Sarpanch, Panchayat Halqa Kathera hoisted the National Flag and took the salute of march past. Principal Dev Raj, students teachers were also present.
Government Higher Secondary School, Chanttral celebrated Republic Day, wherein Naib Tehsildar Badar Din unfurled the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff members and students.
Republic Day was celebrated at Government Higher Secondary School, Harni. Naib Tehsildar Kabir Hussain hoisted the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff members and students.
Government Higher Secondary School, Bhata Dhurian celebrated Republic Day. Naib Tehsildar Azad Ahmed unfurled the National Flag in presence of Principal, staff members and students.
Government Higher Secondary School, Durang, Billawar celebrated Republic Day, wherein National Flag was hoisted by Brinder Singh, Sarpanch, Durang. A colourful cultural programme was also presented by students. The prizes were also distributed among the students. Principal Kuldeep Kumar Gupta presented vote of thanks.
Government Higher Secondary School, Kakora celebrated the 66th Republic Day. Mohammad Farooq Lone, Principal GHSS Kakora was the chief guest of the occasion. The students of different schools exhibited march pass and colorful cultural items.
Republic Day was celebrated at Maharaja Hari Singh DAV Public Higher Secondary School, Lambi Gali, Udhampur. Chairman of the institution Romesh Sharma unfurled the National Flag and took salute. Principal Durgesh Nandini, staff members, Sat Paul Kesar, Principal, Senior Wing were also present. Students presented cultural items.
Shiksha Niketan celebrated Republic Day. A beautiful dance was performed by the students of Primary wing. Kavinder Gupta, MLA, Gandhi Nagar constituency was the chief guest and unfurled the National Flag and took salute from school contingent. Principal Rameshwar Mengi was also present. Gifts were also distributed among the participants.
Dogra Higher Secondary School, Shastri Nagar, celebrated 66th Republic Day. The National Flag was unfurled by Managing Director Gambhir Dev Singh Charak in presence of Principal Davinder Kour. Students presented cultural items on the occasion.
Delhi Public School, Jammu celebrated Republic Day with patriotic fervour. The celebrations commenced with the flag hoisting ceremony by the Additional Director/Principal, Dr D Joseph in presence of Headmistresses Ruchi Chabra and Meenu Gupta and staff members. Students sang patriotic songs on the occasion.
Jammu Public School celebrated 66th Republic Day. Principal Santosh Sharma hoisted the National Flag and threw light on the importance of the day.
Republic Day was celebrated at Sanatan Dharam Higher Secondary Kanya Vidyalaya, Jullaka Mohallah. President Prof BR Sharma unfurled the National Flag in presence of Prof SK Malhotra, Vice President, ML Vidyarthi, secretary, Kuldeep Sharma, member, Managing Committee, SD Kanya Vidyalaya, Jhullaka Mohallah, Principal Sureshta Gupta and other staff members.
66th Republic Day was celebrated by children and staff of Valley View Army Public School, Rajouri. Major General Saranjeet Singh, GOC, 25 Infantry Division hoisted the National Flag. A cultural programme was presented by students. Earlier, Krishna Kumari, Principal, VVAPS presented the welcome address.
Environment Educational Institution celebrated Republic Day. The National Flag was hoisted by Usha Anand, Principal of the institution. A painting competition of Senior Wing students was also held and the winners were given prizes. Vote of thanks was presented by Alka Saraf.
Republic Day was celebrated at Himalayan Model High School, Udhampur. Chairman of the institution unfurled the National Flag. Various cultural items were presented by the students.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at St John Mission School, Dhar Road, Udhampur. Naib Sarpanch Chuni Lal hoisted the National Flag. Students presented cultural items. In the end, Principal Yesudass presented vote of thanks.
J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra Higher Secondary School for Hearing and Speech Handicapped Boys and Girls celebrated 66th Republic Day. The students, teaching faculty and good number of parents attended the function, besides some life members and members of Kendra Management Body. JK Vaid, general secretary, hoisted the National Flag.
Government High School, Aithem celebrated the Republic Day with colourful programme organized by teachers and students. Committee members as well as villagers attended the programme.
Government High School, Bahu Fort, Jammu organized a cultural programme on the eve of Republic Day. Neelam Rani, Headmaster of the school hoisted the National Flag.
66th Republic Day was celebrated Government High School, Bhaga, Reasi. Headmaster Raiq Mohammad hoisted the National Flag in presence of Dr Surinder Singh, retd ZEO and Munshi Ram Sarpanch, Bhaga. Cultural items were presented by the students.
Government High School, Gundla, Zone Dansal celebrated Republic Day with. The students presented a colourful programme in presence of the chief guest Rattan Kumar Sharma, Parshotam Dass, ex-Master and ward member Deepak Kumar. Incharge Headmaster Rashpal presented vote of thanks.
Government High School, Raipur and Government Middle School, Raipur jointly celebrated 66th Republic Day. Students took part in march past and presented cultural programme. Sarpanch Raipur Panchayat was chief guest, who unfurled the National Flag. Sat Pal Sharma, Headmaster was also present.
Government High School, Kenehri, Chowki Choura celebrated 66th Republic Day in collaboration with adjoining Government Primary and Government Middle Schools. On the occasion, Chaman Lal, Sarpanch was the chief guest, who unfurled the National Flag. Kuldeep Singh, Headmaster threw light on the importance of Republic  Day. The prizes were also distributed to participants.
Government Girls High School, Sattani celebrates Republic Day where Headmaster of the School, Mridula Sharma was the chief guest, who unfurled the National Flag. On the occasion children presented a cultural programme. Trophies and certificates of merit were also distributed among the students, who excelled in academics and cultural activities.
Government Girls High School, Marh, Zone Dansal celebrated 66th Republic Day. The National Flag was hoisted by Noor Mohammad, Sarpanch in presence of Headmaster, staff and VEC members. Headmaster of the School highlighted the importance of the day.  Students presented cultural items. Prizes were also distributed among the students.
Republic Day was celebrated at Government High School, Kasalbari. On the occasion, Naib Tehsildar M Abdul Rahuaf was the chief guest, who hoisted the National Flag in presence of in presence of Principal, staff members and students.
Government High School, Panjgrain, Zone Dansal celebrated 66th Republic Day. The programme started with unfurling of National Flag by Sarpanch Thoru Ram, followed by National Anthem.
Government High School, Ranjan Thati, zone Bhalwal celebrated Republic Day. Headmaster Surma Singh and staff members spoke on the importance of the National Integration and focused on the character building.
Government High School, Upper Thanoa, district Udhampur celebrated Republic Day. Dev Raj Sharma, Sarpanch hoisted the National Flag. Students presented colourful items. Headmaster of the school Kamlesh Kumari threw light on the importance of the day.
Government High School, Kotli Jijjan, zone Tikri celebrated Republic Day. Hoshiyar Singh, Sarpanch, Panchayat Kotlipatta unfurled the National Flag. Students of different school presented an impressive march past and colourful cultural programme. Headmaster, Manohar Lal highlighted the importance of the day.
Government High School, Chak Largan celebrated Republic Day. The National Flag was hoisted in presence to Sarpanch, Panch and locals. Cultural activities were also held on the occasion.
Government High School, Salanger, celebrated 66th Republic Day.  The National Flag was hoisted by Om Parkash Sharma, Headmaster along with the members of the staff. Flag hoisting ceremony was followed by National Anthem, march past and cultural items which were presented by students.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at Government High School, Kathar, tehsil Akhnoor. Sarpanch Shiv Kumar hoisted the National Flag. A cultural programme was also presented by the students, in which Diksha Sharma of class 10th won winner trophy.
Republic Day was celebrated with patriotic zeal and enthusiasm at Model Academy Sagra, in which large number of children alongwith their parents took part. The function commenced with hoisting of the National flag, followed by National Anthem. The function was graced by the chief guest Commander Krishna Ghati Brigade, Commanding Officer Balnoi Battalion, Sarpanch and Nambardar of Balnoi, Sagra and neighbouring villagers and other civil dignitaries. The students presented various cultural items.
Anand Bhartiya Vidyalaya (ABV), Ban Rathian celebrated Republic Day wherein Chairman of the School, KL Abrol unfurled the National Flag. Children presented cultural programme based on patriotism. KL Abrol distributed trophies, certificates of merit among the students who excelled in academics and cultural activities. Earlier, Principal Ritu Abrol presented the welcome address.
Spectrum Social Public School, Jagti, Nagrota celebrated Republic Day. Amir singh, Ex-Sarpanch Jagti unfurled the National Flag in presence of Asha Ram, Sarpanch, Rasal Singh, Abdul Rashid, Chairman of Lok Sabha Society, Principal Naseem Akthar, teachers Poonam Jamwal and Sunita Shabyal and students.
Modern Secular Institute of Education High School Laxmipuram, Chinore celebrated Republic Day. Managing Director of the Institute KK Rao along with MK Bhan, Vice Principal unfurled the national flag in presence of students and faculty members.
66th Republic Day was celebrated at Pinewood School, Hamirpur, in which students, parents and faculty members took part. The celebrations commenced with hoisting of National Flag by Bde Cdr of Bhimber Gali Bde, followed by National Anthem. The students presented a colourful cultural programme on the occasion. Cdr Bhimber Gali Brigade distributed prizes to the participants.
Sushiela Narendra Jit Singh Vidya Mandir High School, Camp Road, Talab Tillo celebrated 66th Republic Day. Sonika Sharma, Nzati, Muthi was the chief guest, who unfurled the National Flag. Neelam Sabharwal, Principal highlighted the importance of the day. Staff members and students were also present on the occasion.
Dream Land Public School, Sial Jattan, District Udhampur celebrated Republic Day. Siddheshwar Sadotra, Chairman unfurled the National Flag in presence of Principal Siddheshwar Sadhotra. On the occasion, school children presented a cultural programme based on patriotism.
Republic Day was celebrated at Elite Public High School, Om Nagar, Udhaywalla. Managing Director Vasudha Mahajan unfurled the National Flag in presence of Principal Kiran Durani, staff members and students. Children presented speeches and skits.
DAV High School, Exchange Road celebrated Republic Day. Arun Chowdhary, president hoisted the National Flag in presence of Principal Asha Bakshi, staff members and students. On the occasion, students presented colourful cultural progamme.
Dream Land Public School, Udhampur celebrated Republic Day. Chairman of the School, Om Parkash Sadotra unfurled the National flag. On the occasion, children presented cultural programme.
Republic Day was celebrated at Government Middle School, Nagrota, Zone Udhampur, wherein Headmaster Rajesh Sharma hoisted the National Flag in presence of staff members. Students presented culture items on the occasion under the supervision of Rakesh Khajuria, PET.
The students and staff of Raghunath Sanskrit Mahavidyalay Birpur celebrated Republic Day. Secretary, J&K Dharmarth Trust, Shashi Khajuria was the chief guest, who unfurled the National Flag and took salute of the parade. Students presented various cultural programmes. Principal of the school threw light on the importance of the day.
A function was also organized at Army Goodwill School, Lam wherein flag hosting and presentation of folk and patriotic songs by school children were carried out. A large number of civil population and civil dignitaries were present on the occasion.
Cambridge Public School, Paloura celebrated Republic Day, wherein Principal Baljit Manhas unfurled the National Flag. Students presented various cultural activities.
Indira Public School celebrated Republic Day, wherein school children performing cultural programmes and sang patriotic songs. Principal Sanjay Padha unfurled the National Flag.
Guru Nanak Public High School, Saini Enclave, Gole Gujral Road celebrated Republic Day. Ex Dy Mayor Dharamvir Singh Jamwal was the chief guest, who hoisted the National Flag. A colourful cultural programme was presented by the students.
Government Middle School, Patniyal, Zone Marh celebrated Republic Day. Sarpanch Ashwani Kumar Sharma hoisted the National Flag in presence of Principal Suman Lata, staff members, VEC members, students and their parents. The students presented colourful cultural programme depicting patriotism.
Government Middle School, Old Janipur celebrated 66th Republic Day. The school children performed cultural programmes and sang patriotic songs. The  National Flag was hoisted by Deep Bhardwaj, Ex-Corporator and Sunita Sharma, Headmaster in presence of staff members, students and people.
Government Girls Middle School, Kabir Colony celebrated 66th Republic Day. MLA West Sat Sharma hoisted the National Flag. Cultural programme were presented by girl students.  Headmaster Rattana Rana presented vote of thanks.
Government Middle School (Boys), Kot celebrated Republic Day. Incharge Headmaster Neelam Bhagat along with Panch Purnima Devi hoisted the National Flag in presence of students, parents and staff members. Students presented speeches and cultural items.
Government Girls Middle School, Amb, zone Bhalwal and Government Primary School, Amb celebrated Republic Day. On the occasion, Sarpanch of the Panchayat Amb, Amar Nath Balgotra unfurled the Tricolour. Headmaster Jangee Raina highlighted the importance of the day.
Government Middle School, Kalri Bhalwal celebrated Republic Day with. The children enthralled the audience through various cultural activities.
Lam Battalion celebrated 66th Republic day, wherein Colonel Dipendra Singh, CO Lam Battalion hoisted the tri-colour at Government Higher Secondary School, Laroka.  The school children from around area presented various cultural activities including march past, patriotic songs and cultural programmes. Colonel Dipendra Singh presented prizes to the students.
Phoenix Classes and Tawi Vihar Welfare Association celebrated Republic Day. The National Flag was hoisted by Lt Gen (retd) LP Sadotra and Vandna Gutpa, Principal, House Corporation Cooperative Public School. Sadhotra distributed prizes to children, who excelled in various events in the past. In Essay writing competition, Parikshit Jamwal and Neeraj secured first and second positions respectively, whereas Shivam Rajput and Vidya shared third position. In slogan writing competition, Palak Sharma, Aastha Sharma and Navya Bali secured first, second and third positions respectively. In Painting Competition, Owais Yassin, Abhi Uday and Falisha Iqbal secured first, second and third positions respectively.

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