GNDU sets up relief fund for flood aid

The employees and faculty of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) have collectively contributed approximately Rs 50 lakh to the GNDU Relief Fund to support the flood-affected people in Punjab. The initiative was announced by vice-chancellor Prof Karamjeet Singh. Registrar KS Chahal coordinated the process.

The decision was unanimously endorsed during a meeting attended by the presidents of three key university unions — the Guru Nanak Dev University Non-Teaching Employees Association, the Guru Nanak Dev University Officers Association, and the Guru Nanak Dev University Teachers Association. The collected amount will be transferred to the GNDU Relief Fund account, with the process expected to be completed in a day. As part of the relief efforts, the university has constituted special teams of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS) to establish relief camps in the affected areas. Additionally, medical teams have been instructed to remain on standby to provide medicines and other critical assistance. This comprehensive initiative is dedicated to the welfare and rehabilitation of flood-affected communities in Punjab.

The VC said, “This is a time for all of us to stand united and extend support to those in distress. We are committed to assisting the people of Punjab in every possible way during this challenging period.” Registrar KS Chahal emphasised that the relief operations would be carried out transparently and efficiently. A coordinator has been appointed to oversee the functioning of the relief camps and medical teams.