Educational tour

Patiala: The Department of Folk Art and Culture at Khalsa College, Patiala, organised a one-day educational tour to Kotla Nihang Khan and excavations made by the Department of Archaeology at Ropar. The tour was organised for students of graduation in which they were given knowledge regarding the origin, development and decay of Indus Valley Civilisation in India. The students also visited the museum and the spots of ruins of ancient buildings, jewellery, utensils and coins of the Indus Valley Civilisation which used to exist 5,000 years ago. College principal Dharminder Singh Ubha said such tours enhance the practical knowledge of students. Under the guidance of Prof Sandeep Kaur Chahal, Head of the Department of Folk Art and Culture, this trip rounded off successfully. 

One-day camp

A one-day camp was organised by the Department of Agriculture at agriculture farm, Government Mohindra College. Sowing of seasonal seeds, seedling and ornamental plants, which were brought from the Kisan Mela, PAU, Ludhiana, was done. Students were taught different techniques of bed preparation, pot sowing, training, trimming and pruning methods of plants. Refreshment was also provided to the students. Principal Sukhbir Singh Thind said more agricultural camps should be organised to impart knowledge about various latest techniques of agriculture.

Fancy dress competition

A fancy dress competition was organised at The Paradise International School, Ghagga. About 200 students from Nursery to Class I participated in the competition. Ashutosh Mishra, Prof and Dean, School of Mass Communication, Chitkara University, and Bindu Sharma, Institute of Mass Communication and Technology, Kurukshetra University, were the chief guests. They applauded the staff and students for their excellent efforts and gave the prizes to the winners.

Peace Day celebrated

Peace Day was celebrated at Ryan International School to give the message of unity and peace. Different activities were organised in the school such as dove-making, message-writing and peace-symbol making. Students participated in all activities with zeal and energy. Principal Ramanjit Kaur gave the message that all should live in peace for a happy and prosperous life. — TNS