Bhaderwah,CNS,31-Oct : Bhadarwah Campus, University of Jammu in collaboration with Indian Army based at Bhadarwah is organizing five days Youth Festival “SANGAM 2022”, which commenced at Bhadarwah Campus this morning.
The SANGAM 2022, with the tag line ‘Communal Harmony – National Integration’ was inaugurated by Lt Gen Manjinder Singh, YSM, VSM, Corps Commander, 16 Corps in presence of Rector Bhaderwah Campus Prof. Rahul Gupta , Maj Gen Ajay Kumar, GOC, CIF (D) CO RR, ADC Bhaderwah Dil Mir Choudhary , SDPO Mir Gafoor , Convener Sangam Dr Jatinder Manhas , teaching facility, non teaching of Bhaderwah Campus besides large number of Civil and Military dignitaries, of Civil Administration, Police Department, CRPF, Prominent Citizens of Bhadarwah, Principals and Teachers of Colleges/ Schools were also present on the occasion.
The Mega event will witness participation of more than 1200 students and teachers from 34 Colleges including Bhadarwah Campus, University of Jammu. Students showcased their skills in dancing and singing on the day of opening Ceremony of the event.
Speaking on the occasion, Lt Gen Manjinder Singh, YSM, VSM, Corps
Commander, 16 Corps congratulated the Army and Bhadarwah Campus for organising this colourful bonanza. “The cultural programme presented by the students depicted mutual harmony and brotherhood which is an integral part of the culture of Chenab region,” he said adding that the people of this region especially youth should rise above the communal politics and secure a bright future for themselves and for this region.
“Youth festival is an appropriate platform to showcase talent. We hope
the festival is successful and every year we can increase the stature
and scale of the programme. The university has put in all efforts to make the programme successful,” he added.
Rector Bhaderwah Campus Prof. Rahul Gupta in his welcome address congratulated the youth of Chenab Valley for embarrassing education and knowledge leading to self development and enriching the society.
He said that Bhaderwah Campus since its inception in 2006, has seen tremendous growth over the years. The campus was established with the objective to bring the higher education to the doorsteps of the disadvantaged and hitherto excluded section of the society living in the remote hilly area of the region.
Bhaderwah Campus has five academic departments including the Business school, Department of Computer
Application and IT, English, Education, Geography besides a research Institute, Institute of Mountain Environment with three departments, catering to research and academic needs to nearly 400 students each year.
He further added that the overwhelming response to Sangam 2022, which is being held after COVID, has compelled us to put a cap on the number of participants this time due to logistical constraints. Close to 1200 participants, including the support staff from 32 colleges will take part in 24 events, involving 12 cultural and athletic events, each.
A total of forty different competitions viz Debate, Sketching, Clay Modelling, Photography, Athletics, Chess, Badminton for girls, Quiz, Painting, Marathon, Volleyball, Kabaddi and Cricket etc will be conducted during the five days of Youth Festival.
Several educational and motivational lectures will be also delivered by various dignitaries including Rector, Bhadarwah Campus, University of Jammu.
