Category: Events

Interactive Session on Breast Cancer Awareness

Community Hygiene and Public Health Society& Pink Ribbon Society in Collaboration with Department of Zoology and Nostalgia, the alumini association of Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11 organized an interactive session under “Rani Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign” on 08.10.2022 to spread awareness on Breast Cancer. Prof. (Dr) Anita Kaushal, Principal, faculty members and around 100 students of the college attended the session.

The Speakers of the session were Ms. Bittu Safeena Sandhu, Managing trustee of “Rani Breast Cancer Trust” and Ms. Navneet from Canada, who herself is a Cancer Survivor, shared her journey in fighting breast cancer. Ms. Sandhu explained the reasons behind the spread of Cancer and what are the precautionary measures to avoid Cancer from spreading & how early detection of cancer can be a key to protection. The society thanked the speakers for sharing their valuable experiences with the students.

Lecture cum Workshop on Social Entrepreneurship

A lecture cum workshop on “Social Entrepreneurship, Swachhta and Rural Engagement” was conducted by SESREC cell of Post Graduate Government College for Girls.Sector-11, Chandigarh in collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education (MGNCRE), Ministry of Education, Government of India.

The objective of the workshop was to inculcate the significance of rural entrepreneurship and sustainability among the students to achieve environmental, social and resiliency goals. Over 200 students participated in the interactive and informative session and shared their ideas in the energy improving, building resilience, to achieve de-carbonization target to limit the global temperature rise to 1.5OC, to meet the goals of the Paris agreement and to avoid catastrophic impacts of climate change.

Prof. (Dr) Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college was the chief guest. In her presidential address she shared the vision of SESREC (Social Entrepreneurship, Swachhata & Rural Engagement cell) and highlighted the schemes for segregation of waste at source, successful co-composting of food, fruit and green waste with a mechanism to mitigate carbon leakage in the campus and the adopted village of the college, Khuda Jassu.

Dr. Vishal Sharma Coordinator, SESREC committee interacted with students and proposed a vote of thanks.

Vigilance Awareness Week 2022

On 1st October 2022, an initiative was taken to generate awareness among students about the malice of corruption, and a slogan writing competition was organized. The event witnessed the participation of more than 60 students who put forth their creative ideas to spread the message of honesty and transparency.

 

To take the initiative forward, a rally was organized in collaboration with the NSS unit on 2nd October 2022. More than 80 students participated in the rally, which was followed by forming a human chain in the college premises to sensitize the students about the importance of a corruption-free India in building a developed nation.

 

To promote transparency and ethics, an Open House activity was conducted under the National Service Scheme (NSS). The event was held in the hostel campus, where NSS volunteers shared their views on the problem of corruption and its impact on the growth and development of the country. The theme of the event was ‘Corruption Free India for a Developed Nation,’ and the volunteers encouraged their fellow students to pledge their support for building a corruption-free India. The event was highly appreciated by the students and faculty members for its valuable contribution to promoting ethical values and good governance.

Orientation of Freshers

An Orientation Programme was organized in the Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh on 04.11.2022. First year students of undergraduate courses from various streams attended the program. The aim of the orientation was to familiarize the students with the prevailing practices and regulations of the institution. Prof. (Dr.) Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college welcomed the students and highlighted the glorious achievements of the college in the academic as well as extra-curricular fields.

The students were guided about the various provisions and rules for fee concession, bus-pass, library facilities, NSS, NCC, scholarships, subject change, placement cell, and various Do’s and Don’ts to be observed in the college. They were also informed about the lecture requirement of 75% in all the subjects, and the significance of Mid-semester Examination. The students were also briefed about various societies of the college which organize community-centric and sensitization activities. These societies have been constituted in diverse areas like Traffic Awareness and Road Safety, Preservation and Protection of Heritage, AIDS Awareness, Community Hygiene and Sanitation, Drug De-addiction, Gender Equity, Best from Waste and Environment Awareness Society. The objective is to facilitate the all-round development of the students by involving them in on-campus and off-campus activities. Students were also introduced with the in-charges of college-committees and apprised of the room numbers where they will be available.

Lecture on obesity and its complications among young girls

Community Hygiene and Public Health Society of PGGGC-11, Chandigarh organized an interactive talk on topic “Obesity and its complications among young girls” on 29-8-2022.  Dr.  Manjeet Singh Trehan, Additional Director- Internal Medicine Fortis Med-Centre, Chandigarh interacted with the students and guided them about the importance of proper diet and exercise to reduce the risk of obesity. He also highlighted various diseases that can be caused due to obesity.  Around 85 graduate and post graduate students enthusiastically participated in the talk.

Akshay Urja Diwas Celebrations

Prakriti- The Environment Society of P.G.G.C.G-11 Chd celebrated  Akshay Urja Diwas today. The function was sponsored by Chandigarh Renewable Energy Science and Technology Promotion Society (CREST). Various Inter college Competitions like Slogan Writing, Poster Making and Pot Painting Competitions on the theme “Impact of Akshay Urja in India” were held. The students from 11 colleges of the Tricity participated in the various competitions.

The program started by welcoming the Chief Guest Mr. Debendra Dalai, Chief Conservator of Forests.

Chief Guest, Mr. Debendra Dalai in his address said that per capita energy consumption is increasing at much higher rate in past few years. It has resulted in Global warming and climate change. He motivated the gathering to switch to renewable Energy Sources. He explained that installing roof top Solar System on buildings will give us economic as well as environmental benefits. He persuaded the students to be a partner of Government in Energy Conservation.

Principal Prof(Dr) Anita Kaushal, in her address advocated the essence of renewable energy in the sectors of Bio Energy, Wind, Hydro and Solar Energy. Highlighting the importance of energy resources which is the need of the hour, she appreciated the efforts of the society members and motivated them to carry on such activities which would give them opportunities to play a constructive role for the betterment of the society. She also congratulated the students and the prize winners for enthusiastically participating in various competitions and being a part of the valuable campaign.

The function concluded with the prize distribution ceremony.

Following are the Prize Winners:

Prize Slogan Writing Poster Making Pot Painting Competition
First Neha, B.A. III, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh Satnam Singh, B.Sc. III, Government College Mohali Arshmeet Kaur, B.Com III, Guru Gobind Singh College for Women, Sector 26, Chandigarh
Second Sapna, B.A. III, Post Graduate Government College, Sector 46, Chandigarh Vaishali, B.Sc. III, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh Harshita, BCA II, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh
Third Deepali, B.A. II, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh , Chandigarh SumanLata, B.A. III, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh Sadhvi, B.Sc. NM II, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh
Consolation Khushi, Post Graduate Government College Sector 11, Chandigarh Sharuti Chaudhary, BCA II, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh Hiteshna, B.Sc. CS II, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh

76th Independence Day was celebrated in Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh

Chandigarh to commemorate 75 years of independence under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrut Mahautsav on 15-08-2022. Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college hoisted the National Tricolour, Mr. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Dean and Mrs. Monika Vij, Vice-Principal, members of the faculty and students attended the ceremony.

Students of the Department of Music (Instrumental) played patriotic songs and students of Music (Vocal) department presented medley and group songs reflecting nationalistic spirit. Students also presented their views on freedom and narrated the valour and sacrifices of the unsung heroes.

Addressing the faculty and students on this occasion, Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college observed that hard-earned independence needs to be understood in true perspective. She proudly announced that the college has participated enthusiastically in the unique campaign of Har Ghar Tiranga launched by the Govt. of India by organising lectures, seminars, discussions and by making documentaries to mark this historic event. It is the endeavour of the institution to inculcate the spirit of patriotism, a commitment to nation building and an unfaltering integrity amongst the students and teachers, she remarked.

She appealed to the gathering to participate in this national festival with enthusiasm and make a solemn promise to uphold the pride of the tricolour. She cautioned the students and staff not let their guard down and  follow all the Covid protocols. She exhorted everyone take a pledge to perform one’s duty sincerely and work hard to lead this democratic nation to still greater heights of glory and achievements.

On this occasion, Green Thumbs: The Botanical Society of the college commemorated Azadi Ka Amrut Mahaotsav by organizing a Tree plantation drive. A message board was displayed to pay Tribute to the Martyrs who laid their lives in the freedom struggle. Volunteers of NSS performed a nukkad natak highlighting the fundamental rights and the sacrifices of our brave soldiers.

64th Annual Athletic Meet

The 64th Annual Athletic Meet of Post-Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh was held on 15-02-2020. The Meet took off with a vibrant start with the inauguration by the Principal Prof. Anita Kaushal. She hoisted the college flag and took salute from the colourfully dressed marching contingents of students of different streams. Students of the college, who excelled in various national, state and inter-university championships in various sports events during this academic session, lit the torch. The athletes took oath to compete with a sense of sportsmanship.

Sh. Sanjay Baniwal, IPS, Director General of Police, Chandigarh Administration was the Chief-guest for the Closing Ceremony; and Sh.Omvir Singh Bishnoi, IPS, Deputy Inspector General was the Guest of Honour. The Principal read out the College Sports Report and highlighted the glorious achievements of the students of the college at national and international level. Self-defence demonstration by the students was applauded by one and all. The students of Dance Department presented Luddi which was a prize-winning performance in the Youth and Heritage Festival.

Congratulating the winners Chief Guest Sh. Sanjay Baniwal appreciated the students and faculty members whose persistent and untiring efforts made the glorious achievements in sports possible at various levels. He stressed that the youth of today is the master of their own destiny; one should not be deterred by the failures as they serve as the milestones to success. He motivated the students to excel in their field of choice and bring laurels to the institution and country.

Memorandum of Understanding

Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh crossed another milestone in academic and professional brilliance by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with ICMR Center of Innovation and Bio-design (CIRioD) on 8-02-2020. The memorandum was signed between Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college and Dr. Varinder Garg, M.D., OSD to Union Health Minister-President PGIMER, Chandigarh. The college is the first government institution of the city to have signed a memorandum with an agency as prestigious as CIRioD.

CIBioD aims to promote innovation in medical devices and instruments by creating a conducive eco-system with the involvement of the students and faculty of PGGCG-11, Chandigarh. The faculty of sciences and computer applications will primarily collaborate in innovation and research. The College Innovation Council established under the aegis of MHRD, Govt. of India which has already been given a three-star status will be spearheading the initiatives.

The MoU will serve the pertinent purpose with the following objectives:

  • Recognizing the importance of R&D, innovation and training in the areas related to medical devices, instruments, affordable health-care, bio-design and other allied areas; and facilitate innovation and deployment of solutions.
  • Appreciating the need for integrating the reservoir of highly qualified manpower in the collaborating institutes to foster relationship between academia, students and practitioners.
  • To amalgamate the efforts by pooling the expertise and resources and to form a nucleus for promoting research and development, and training by exploiting the unique expertise, intellectual and infrastructural capabilities of both the parties.

Prof. Pardeep Singh Walia and Dr. Vishal Sharma will be the college coordinators and members of the joint committee for this endeavor.

Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college motivated the faculty and students to make best use of this initiative which can provide them a unique opportunity to excel in research; and make an indelible mark through their innovative potential.

 

 

Principal
PGGCG-11
Chandigarh

International Year of Periodic Table

The Science Society of Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh organized a  lecture by Prof  K.K Bhasin Ex- Dean Sciences, Panjab University Chandigarh  as a part of Celebration of  “International Year of Periodic Table”(IYPT-2019) on 29-01-2020  under the aegis of Society For  Promotion Of Science And Technology In India in Association with Alexander Von Humbo ltd foundation to mark the 150th Year of Periodic Table.

Prof. K.K Bhasin  delivered a lecture on importance and significance of periodic Table and also  enlightened the students about the interesting discovery and naming of new elements introduced in Periodic table.

Thereafter Prof. Alok Shrivastava, Department of Chemistry Panjab University also expressed his views on the history of Periodic Table.