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Samachar Vishesh News
Chandigarh 04th October:- Day 2 of The Panjab
University Youth and Heritage Festival, Zone-B, which is witnessing
participation of 9 women colleges of Chandigarh & Ludhiana,
began with music instrumental items in percussion and non-percussion
categories. It was a day where literary fervour was witnessed in the campus of
Dev Samaj College for Women, Sec 45, which is hosting the mega fest.
A debate who's
topic was 'Privatization of Education is beneficial for the society
in India' was quite interesting. 9 Participants spoke in favor and other 9
spoke against the motion. An elocution competition was also held. Topic for
elocution was 'Power of Media in present times'. 8 participants spoke on the
topic. In Muhaveredar Vartalap, there were 21 participants and 8 took part in
Poem recitation competition. The topic for creative writing was 'Maa' and there
were 48 participants in this. ‘India of my Dreams' was the topic of the essay.
Apart from literary
events, a lot of competitions were held under the category - Heritage Art and
Craft. Competitions such as 'Guddian Patole', 'Chikku', 'Pranda', 'Naala' and
'Tokri' making created an ambiance of India's traditions. The girls were seen
reviving the old & forgotten 'Art & Handicraft' forms. 'Mitti De
Khidaune', 'Khiddo', 'Peerhi', 'Rassa' and 'Eennu' making were also conducted.
An Indian orchestra added colour & excitement to the evening.
Jaspal Kaur,
Principal, Dev Samaj College for Women, Sec 45, Chandigarh, said that Youth
Festivals are perfect platforms that support and promote our traditional music
and raise awareness about the diverse cultures of India. Indian folk music is
very rich and the Youth & Heritage Festival going on at our college, is
showcasing this quite well. What's more, the festival is providing a great
opportunity to young girls, to showcase their talent in different fields.
Rakesh Kumar Popli,
Additional excise and Taxation commissioner cum collector (Excise), UT,
Chandigarh was the Chief Guest for the function. Also present on the occasion
was Dr. Agnese Dhillon, Secretary, Dev Samaj Managing Committee. The Chief
Guest encouraged the students to preserve the country's traditional
heritage and also
gave away the prizes.
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