Every
year Shivaji University & Center of Gandhian Studies organizes Gandhi Jayanti.
This year on 2nd October 2011 Shivaji University in association with Centre
for Gandhian Studies organized Gandhi Jayanti program. The day was also
observed as “International Non-Violence Day” to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi’s
Contribution to peace & Non-Violence.
At
the outset homage was paid to Mahatma Gandhi. Hon Vice Chancellor Prof. N. J.
Pawar garlanded the photo of Mahatma. He was followed by all the officers of
the University, teachers, students & the guest of honor Prof. J. R. Dabhole &
Senior Freedom fighter Shri. Dattaji Shinde.
The program began with welcome address by Dr. Bharati Patil, Coordinator,
Center for Gandhian Studies, All the dignitaries on the Dias were welcomed by
a bouquet. Shri. Dattaji Shinde was felicitated by Hon. Vice Chancellor, on
his 90th birthday.
Since
2nd October is observed as an ‘International day of nonviolence & peace’ a
pledge was collectively taken on the occasion. Dr. Bharati Patil gave the
pledge for non-violence & peace to the dignitaries & the audience.
A
guest lecture of Hon. J. R. Dabhole was organized on the occasion. Prof. N. J.
Pawar, Vice Chancellor, Shivaji University chaired the program, Prof. Dabhole
in his lecture said, “Violence cannot be the solution of the problems, it is
only through non-violence ,a sea change can be brought in the society. Mahatma
Gandhi in is life demonstrated how non violent means can lead to great
successes”. He further added that the problems of global conflict, degradation
of environment, corruption etc. can be dealt with only Gandhian Philosophy”.
In
his presidential remarks, Prof. N. J. Pawar emphasized the need of having a
smooth coordination between heart & head, so that peace & tranquility can be
established in society. Dr. D. V. Muley, Registrar, Dr. A. B. Rajage, Director
BUCD, Dr. B. M. Hirdekar, Controller of Examination and Dr. D. K. Gaikwad,
Director, Students Welfare, graced the occasion.
On
the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the Centre for Gandhian Studies organized
essay competition for school & college students & poster competition for
college & post-graduate department students. 101 students from colleges & post
graduate departments participated in the essay competition. Similarly 46
school children participated in the essay competition & 46 students
participates in the poster competition.
An
exhibition of the selected posters was organized on this occasion. The
students who participated in various competitions along with their parents and
teachers were present for the program. Those who succeeded in the competition
were felicitated by Hon. Vice Chancellor, Prof. N. J. Pawar. Following
students succeeded in the competitions –
Essay competition for school children :
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I
rank – Ankinta Ashok Sutar
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II
rank - Prashali Sanjay Shinde
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III
rank- Samaruddhi Gndopant Mandeth
Essay competition for College and Post Graduate students:
III
rank – Priyanka Ramchandra Patil
Poster competition for College and Post Graduate students:
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I
rank – Bharati Shivputra Shirsangi
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II
rank – Ajit Tukaram Mole
Akshay Anil Lad
Abhijit Anil Choudhankar
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III
rank – Rohini Ramesh Karande
S.D Naikwade , Nilam Raghunath Dighe &
Megharani Raghunath Mokashi.