Category: Events

The Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) collaboration with the department of Political Science organised a lecture on Sexual Harassment of women at workplace    (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013 on 21^stFebruary, 2024. Mr. Surinder Kumar, Member Secretary, State legal services authority was the guest speaker at the event. The lecture saw an active participation by the students with  nearly  100 students  attending  and showing a keen interest by asking questions  on different  aspects  of the act  as well as about  the problems being  faced by  them .

ਪੋਸਟ ਗ੍ਰੈਜੂਏਟ ਸਰਕਾਰੀ ਕਾਲਜ ਲੜਕੀਆਂ, ਸੈਕਟਰ-11,ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ  ਵਿੱਚ “ਅੰਤਰ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰੀ ਮਾਤ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦਿਵਸ” ਮਨਾਇਆ ਗਿਆ। ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਦੇ ਮੁਖੀ ਡਾ. ਜਸਪਾਲ ਸਿੰਘ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਆਏ ਮਹਿਮਾਨਾਂ ਦਾ ਸੁਆਗਤ ਕੀਤਾ । ਜਿਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਪ੍ਰਮੁੱਖ ਪ੍ਰਵਕਤਾ ਪ੍ਰੋ. ਸਰਬਜੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿਭਾਗ, ਪੰਜਾਬ ਯੂਨੀਵਰਸਿਟੀ ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥਣਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਮਾਤ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਮਹੱਤਤਾ  ਬਾਰੇ ਦੱਸਿਆ। ਉਹਨਾਂ ਨੇ ਨਵੀਂ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਨੀਤੀ 2020  ਦੇ ਸੰਦਰਭ ਵਿੱਚ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਵਰਤਮਾਨ ਅਤੇ ਭਵਿੱਖ-ਮੁਖੀ ਸਥਿਤੀ ਬਾਰੇ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥਣਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਨਾ ਸਿਰਫ ਜਾਣੂ ਕਰਵਾਇਆ ਬਲਕਿ ਸਾਹਿਤਕ ਅਤੇ ਰਾਜਨੀਤਕ ਪੱਧਰ ਤੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਸਥਿਤੀ ਬਾਰੇ ਸੁਚੇਤ ਵੀ ਕੀਤਾ। ਇਸ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਵਿੱਚ 150 ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀ ਅਤੇ ਵੱਖ- ਵੱਖ ਵਿਭਾਗਾਂ ਦੇ ਅਧਿਆਪਕ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੋਏ। ਡਾ. ਗੁਰਦੀਪ ਕੌਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਧੰਨਵਾਦੀ ਸ਼ਬਦ ਕਹੇ ਗਏ।

The 67^th Annual Athletic Meet of Post-Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh was held on 20-02-2024. The Meet took off with a vibrant start with the inauguration by 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.

Ms Kanwardeep Kaur, IPS, Senior Superintendent of Police, Chandigarh was the Chief-guest for the Closing Ceremony. The Principal presented the College Sports Report and highlighted the glorious achievements of the students of the college at national and international level. The students of Dance Department presented dance Luddi, which has been winner of PU Zonal Youth Festival, Inter-zonal Festival and participated in the 27^th National Youth Festival held at Nashik. Yoga skills were also demonstrated by the students to generate awareness about physical fitness.

Congratulating the winners Ms Kanwardeep Kaur, IPS, appreciated the students and faculty members whose persistent and untiring efforts made the glorious achievements in sports possible at various levels. She praised the marching contingents for their impeccable synchronization. She stressed that one’s endeavors should never stop come what may be, as later this spirit becomes building blocks of success in life. She motivated the students to excel in their field of choice and bring laurels to the institution and country.

Chief Guest, Ms Kanwardeep Kaur, IPS  gave away the prizes to the winners. The Results of various events are as follows:-

EVENT	FIRST PRIZE	SECOND PRIZE	THIRD PRIZE
400 mtr	Kritika	Shivani	Shveta
Long Jump:	Kritika	khushboo	Gurleen
High Jump:	Kritika	Amanpreet	Pinki
Shot Put:	Jaspreet	Pooja	Nishita
Discus Throw:	Nidhi	Nandni	Anjali
Javelin Throw:	Yashica	Amanpreet	Saanvi
Slow Cycling:	Ishita	Dimple	Ankita
Chatti Race:	Nitish	Hiteshna	Anjali
Three-Legged Race:	Yashica & Akansha	Shveta & Ashitha	Monika & Shruti
Sack Race:	Pooja	Smriti	Jyotsna
Skipping Race:	Anchal	Mahima	Shivani
Wheel & Barrow:	Monika & Shruti	Shweta & Ashitha	Nandini & khushboo
800-mtr:	Jyotsna	Shreya	Khushboo
Obstacle Race:	Simran	Anchala	Monika
200-mtr:	Kritika	Samdiksha	Ashitha
1500-mtr:	Shivani	Shikha	Jessica
100-mtr:	Kritika	Samdiksha	Ashitha
4X100relay:	Kritika, Shweta, Ashitha & Samdiksha	Shivani, Shruti, Monika & Sohani	Sushma, Prachi, Shivani & Neha
Class-IV (Staff) Race:	Ramesh	Shailender	Rajesh
Marching Contingent:	B.Com	BA-1	—-

 

Kritika was adjudged the Best Athlete.

Vinti was declared All Round Best Player of the Year.

The Post Graduate Department of Sociology organised a lecture on ‘Career in the Civil Services’ on 19^th February, 2024.The event commenced by welcoming the guest speaker, Sh. Abhishek Vashishtha, an IPS officer(Punjab cadre), by Prof. (Dr.) Renu Trikha, Head of the Department of Sociology.

Sh. Abhishek Vashishtha is an esteemed officer. He successfully cleared the UPSC civil services examination in the year 2020 and was allocated the Indian Revenue Service, and in the year 2022, he once again emerged triumphant in the UPSC civil services examination and got Indian Police Service (IPS). He shared his experience of clearing the UPSC exam twice, the challenges he faced and most importantly the motivation that led him towards his goal.

He explained the details of the exam and the nuances of all the stages, preliminary, mains, and interview. He encouraged the students to stay focused on their goals and how they could pursue their studies without stress. A total of 127 students from B.A. and M.A. classes and the faculty members of the department of sociology attended the event. His talk was engaging and interactive; students enthusiastically asked questions, to which he meticulously replied.

The Cultural Society of P.G. Government College for Girls Sector 11 Chandigarh in collaboration with Nostalgia, the Alumni association of the college celebrated the Basant Panchmi in the music department on 14.02.2024. The cultural society organized music performances by Mr. Kanwar Iqbal & Prof. Dr. Harvinder Singh. The function was started with the lighting of lamp and offering flowers to Maa Saraswati .Principal professor Dr.Anita Kaushal, Dean Mr Ajay Sharma. Vice Principal Dr. Gunita Chadha welcomed the guest artists with a bouquet. Mr. Kanwar Iqbal performed raga Basant Mukari and Thumri Chalo Hato Bhayia and Prof Harvinder Singh performed vilambit and drut khayal in raga Basant, Bahar and raga basant bahar. It was memerising musical experience.

The Performance was highly appreciated by all the listeners and the students in particular. Head of Music Instrumental department Dr. Amita Sharma thanked the guest musicians for motivating the students and sharing such precious knowledge.

The P. G. Department of Fine Arts, in collaboration with the Institution Innovation Cell (IIC) and Chandigarh Design School, orchestrated a Lecture cum Demonstration on Skill Development for Animation and Design Innovation on the 8th of February 2024. The event took place in the multimedia hall of the P.G. Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh.  Professor (Dr.) Guneeta Chadha, Vice Principal and Head of Department of Fine Arts, who also served as the program’s coordinator, elucidated the contemporary significance of animation to the attending students and extended invitations to the guest speakers for their presentations. Approximately 90 students, comprising BA Fine Arts 1, II, III, MA-I, MA-II, BCA, and students from the Diploma in Animation program, participated in the session. Principal Professor (Dr.) Anita Kaushal underscored the growing ubiquity of animation in modern life and encouraged students to acquire this skill set for their benefit. She commended the Fine Arts department for organizing such a career-focused initiative for the students.  The discussion delved into various facets of animation production, elucidating different software tools and their applications. Furthermore, the discourse covered the subject’s scope and the constraints of the medium, complemented by relevant examples. The stage management for the event was skilfully executed by Ms. Devanshi Saini, a second-year MA student in Fine Arts and also the class representative (CR) of the Fine Arts department. Dr. O.P. Parameswaran, a member of the organizing committee along with Dr. Simmi Arora, conveyed the vote of thanks at the conclusion of the session.

The Department of Philosophy, PGGCG-11, Chandigarh, organized the ninth lecture of the seminar series “Dialogue”on the topic “Environmental Ethics: A Jain Perspective” at the College Campus on 29-01-2024. A total of sixty five students participated in the lecture.

 

The speaker of the nineth lecture was Ms. Anita Kumari, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy from Rajkiya Kanya Mahavidyalaya, Shimla.

 

The speaker comprehensively shared her ideas on environmental ethics. She also underlined the significant question how we should value it, as it is a field of study that seeks to understand human’s moral obligations to protect and preserve the environment. She invoked the philosophy of Jainism particularly the five Maha-vratas (great vows) in protecting the environment.

 

The session was chaired by Ananya Rawat of BA I Year.

NSS volunteers at PGGCG 11 Chandigarh took the initiative to organize a tree plantation drive, focusing on the cultivation of the night-blooming jasmine, also known as Mogra. This fragrant and delicate plant, scientifically named JasminumSambac, is native to Bhutan, India, and Pakistan. It manifests as a petite shrub with a growth potential of up to 10 feet in height.

 

The volunteers chose Mogra for its sweet-scented flowers, and their efforts aimed to contribute to the local environment positively. By planting and nurturing this particular species, they not only added to the greenery of the surroundings but also enhanced the olfactory experience for the community. This tree plantation drive reflects the commitment of NSS volunteers to environmental conservation and beautification, with the added charm of the night-blooming jasmine, Mogra. Principal Prof (Dr) Anita Kaushal congratulated the NSS volunteers and Program Officers for taking such initiative to enhance the ambience of the campus.

Under the guidance of Principal Prof (Dr) Anita Kaushal, the NCC Army Wing cadets of the college recently orchestrated an engaging poster-making activity focused on the theme of ‘VIKSIT Bharat’ (Prosperous India) to commemorate 75^th Republic day. The event became a canvas for boundless creativity, with participants passionately translating their visions for a forward-thinking India onto paper. Each poster served as a unique window into diverse perspectives, emphasizing the significance of innovation, sustainable practices, and societal progress.

Beyond showcasing artistic talent, the activity nurtured a collective sense of responsibility among the students, reinforcing their dedication to actively contribute to the development of a VIKSIT Bharat. Madam Principal expressed her appreciation for the students’ efforts, and the event concluded with a striking display of the thought-provoking posters. These visual representations stand as a testament to the students’ commitment to a brighter and more inclusive future for our nation.

75^th Republic Day was celebrated in Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh. Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college unfurled the National Tricolour. Mr.Ajay kumar Sharma, Dean, Prof. Guneeta Chaddha, Vice-Principal, faculty members and students attended the ceremony.

The students of Music Insturmental Department presented “Rashtriya Geeton Ka Vaadya Vrind”, a kaleidoscope of patriotic songs. The students of Music Vocal Department rendered songs that filled the atmosphere with nationalistic fervor. Speeches and poems by the students invoked the spirit of nationalism amongst all.

Addressing the students, Principal, Prof. Anita Kaushal congratulated the students and staff on this auspicious occasion. She highlighted that the Constitution of India is the longest written document of guiding principles that makes India a great Republic.

She advised the students to follow the footsteps of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and other nationalists to strengthen the pillars of democracy and secularism in pursuits of progress. Enumerating the glorious achievements like Chandryan-III, hosting G-20 summit and steps towards Women empowerment, she encouraged the students to work hard with utmost dedication and integrity to create a promising future for themselves, for the society and for the nation.