Category: Events

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.

The 64^th 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.

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

The staff and students of Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh celebrated Republic Day with gaiety and fervour on 26-01-2020. Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college unfurled the national flag.

Students while honouring the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect, expressed their views on the significance of freedom in the contemporary context and the progress of India during the last seven decades. They enumerated the accomplishments of the country in science, technology, defence, space research, medicine, literature, trade and many other fields.

Group and solo songs by the students of Music Department made the atmosphere nationalistic. Group dance by the students of Dance Department stirred a spirit of patriotism.

Addressing the students on this occasion Principal, Prof. Anita Kaushal emphasised that the Indian constitution is a living document and adapts to the changing needs of the hour. She stressed that besides being the largest democracy, its spirit is followed in thought, word and deed. She motivated the students to keep themselves updated and resolve to fight visible and invisible negative forces to enable gain new heights of glory. She encouraged the gathering to not only enjoy the rights but also pay due regard to the fundamental duties enshrined in the Constitution.

A Seven Days Faculty Development Programme on the theme “Education and Pedagogy in the Times of Digital Humanities” was inaugurated in Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh on 09-01-2020. The Programme is being organised by IQAC, Department of Philosophy and Department of Psychology of the college in association with Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC), Panjab University, Chandigarh under the aegis of RUSA, UT Chandigarh. More than 40 delegates comprising faculty members of diverse disciplines from various educational institutions of the city are participating. The objective of the programme is to engage participants in creative dialogue in understanding and reflecting on the idea of digital humanities and its impact on education and pedagogy in contemporary times.  It will serve as a platform to provide greater opportunity to the teachers to engage in a more creative pedagogy, enhance their teaching and learning skills; and subsequently help the students in improving their performance.

The Philosophy Department of Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh celebrated World Philosophy Day in collaboration with Departments of Sanskrit, French and Sociology on 21-11-2019. Dr. Lallan S. Baghel, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Panjab University, Chandigarh delivered the key-note address. Presenting his views on “Relevance of Socrates’ and Gandhi’s Public Philosophy”, Dr. Baghel stressed on their discourse on “truth” and the critical thinking they were attributed with. He observed that though these two were from different socio-cultural backgrounds, their stream of thinking and logic was aimed at public welfare. This was followed by an Interactive Session wherein the faculty members, research scholars and students raised issues of pertinence in the contemporary context.

A Poster-making Contest on the theme “Women Philosophers in History and Present” was a kaleidoscope of the creative potential of the students. A Paper-writing Competition on “Gandhi and his ideas: Contemporary Relevance” displayed the imaginative talent of the students and the deep thinking they have about Gandhi’s ideals. A Declamation Competition on the theme “What is Education” was a showcase of the vivid imagination and perception of today’s generation.

Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh organised Kala Sangam-A Cultural Evening on 14-11-2019. Mrs. Lippi Parida, wife of Sh. Manoj Kumar Parida, Advisor to the Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Mrs. Gagandeep Kaur Brar, Divisional Town Planner, Chandigarh Administration and wife of Sh. Rubinderjit Singh Brar, Director Higher Education, Chandigarh Administration also graced the occasion.

The evening started with lighting of the Ceremonial Lamp by the Chief Guest and other dignitaries. Welcoming the Chief guest, Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college, proudly stated the achievements of the college in academic and co-curricular domains. She highlighted that the college has been ranked as a pioneer institution in North India by all the major ranking agencies of the country. The excellent achievements of the students and faculty have been complemented by the progress that the institution has made, may it be in co-curricular, or in academics and research. Principal Prof. Kaushal stressed that the college aims at holistic development of the students and institutes all such measures that can make them self-reliant amabassadors of social transformation. She also welcomed the alumnae who were a part of the occasion. Nostalgia, the Alumni Association of the college organised the meet which witnessed a huge participation of old students across generations. More than 250 ex-students attended the meet. They recalled their stay in the college, and felt proud to be associated with their alma mater even after so many years.

Kala Sangam was a kaleidoscope of unity in diversity of India and signified the spirit of national integration of our multi-cultural nation. Students showcased their talent by presenting music and dance items in the cultural evening. The presented items have won accolades and prizes in the Zonal and Inter-zonal Youth and Heritage Festivals. It is noteworthy that the college won the Overall Trophy in the PU Zonal Youth and Heritage Festival for the seventh consecutive time this year.

Post Graduate Department of Economics of Post Graduate Govt. College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh organised a Talk/Interactive Session on Needonomics for Human Development in India on 06-11-2019. Professor M.M. Goel former Vice Chancellor Jagan Nath University, who is a known spiritual economist from Kurukshetra , was the resource person for the expert talk. Prof (Dr) Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college welcomed Prof. M.M. Goel. The Principal emphasised the importance of human development in India in the context of large population resources.

Making his presentation, Prof. Goel emphasised that  “Recession  as  ‘horror-scope’  of  any  economy  like  India  calls  for  spiritually guided materialism (SGM) Strategy which is  capable of removing  all kinds of fear  (false  evidences appearing  real).  Economy based on SGM strategy does not require predictions (astrological or data based) for existence and excellence without worries of wars as not windblown of recession.” Prof. Goel opined that recession in the global economy including India is a reality to be accepted by the stakeholders with proper diagnosis by the economists for creating conducive working environment. Economy can be people friendly and socially beneficial only if undertaken in accordance with NAW (Need, Affordability and Worth) approach of the goods and services .To  fix  the  existing  economic  mess  ,  we  have  to  understand,  analyse,  interpret  and  adopt ‘Needonomics’  (economics of needs) which is  nonviolent, spiritual  and ethical in  nature. Needonomics is  the  sensible  idea  of  India  in  tune  with 17  Sustainable  Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 for every economy of the world, he believes. It  is  believed  by  Professor  Goel  that  the  problems  including  violence,  terrorism,  exploitation  and corruption of all kinds are caused by ‘Greedonomics’ (economics of greed) and can be reduced if not removed by ‘Needonomics’.