Voters’ Day celebrated

Voters’ Day was celebrated at Government Senior Secondary School, Chanavag in Dhami subdivision of Shimla district. Various events like poster making, debate and rallies were held. A colourful cultural programme was also presented. Ruchika and Hemlata spoke about the importance of the day. Teachers and staff of the school also participated in the event.

Hike in fee resented

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) campus unit of the ABVP has resented 10 per cent hike in fee by the International Centre for Distance Education and Open Learning (ICDEOL). Activists submitted a memorandum to the Registrar. Secretary of the ABVP campus unit Manish Verma said the ICDEOL was catering to thousands of students seeking higher education and the 10 per cent increase was not justified and be withdrawn immediately. ABVP campus president Vishal Verma said the hike would deprive poor students of education. In case the university did not roll back the hike, the ABVP would not hesitate from launching an agitation, he warned.

Republic Day celebrated

DAV Public School, Rehan, celebrated Republic Day with zeal. Students took part in a march past, delivered speeches, presented dance items and staged a play. Principal Dr Rashmi Jamwal hoisted the National Flag. She exhorted children to play an active role in nation building.

Bal Mela in Una

Bal Mela was organised at Government Primary School in Una, showcasing infrastructure, various modern teaching techniques and resources being used by the Education Department at the primary level. Inaugurating the fair, former BJP state president Satpal Singh Satti expressed the need to spread awareness about the facilities and level of teaching in government schools.