The 79th Independence Day was celebrated with pride and enthusiasm at VMV Commerce, JMT Arts, and JJP Science College, Nagpur, where Dr. Ketan Mohitkar was invited as the Chief Guest. The celebration was marked by a patriotic atmosphere, inspiring speeches, and the inauguration of a vibrant arts exhibition.
79th Independence Day Celebration at Nagpur Gujarat Mandal Campus
The event was graced by Yogeshbhai Patel, President of Shri Nagpur Gujarati Mandal; Col. Vikas C. Sharma, Commander of 20 Maharashtra Battalion, National Student Army, Nagpur, as a Special Guest; Adv. Narendrabhai Jha, Vice President of Shri Nagpur Gujarati Mandal, as a Special Invitee; and Dr. Abhay Mudgal, Principal of VMV College. Their presence added great significance and inspiration to the celebration.
Dr. Mohitkar was warmly welcomed by the college committee and management upon his arrival. This was followed by an interaction with the committee members, where he appreciated the college’s contribution to nurturing knowledge and values in students.
Flag Hoisting and Arts Exhibition
The formal program commenced with the Flag Hoisting Ceremony, performed by Dr. Mohitkar along with other dignitaries, accompanied by the singing of the National Anthem. The event then proceeded with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment.
As a mark of honor, Dr. Mohitkar was felicitated by the college authorities for his contribution in the field of education and technology. Adding to the significance of the day, he also performed the inaugural ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Arts Exhibition, organized by the college’s Arts Department, showcasing the creativity and talent of the students.
Inspiring Address
In his address to the gathering, Dr. Mohitkar expressed his deep sense of pride in being invited as the Chief Guest at such a reputed institution. He shared that returning to a college environment reminded him of his own student days and reinforced the importance of India’s comprehensive education system. He remarked, “Our education system is not only about chronology and facts but about wisdom, values, and vision.”
He also highlighted the significance of the National Education Policy (NEP), emphasizing that it is a transformative step towards fostering holistic development, multidisciplinary learning, and preparing students to meet the challenges of the future. Dr. Mohitkar noted that keeping freedom alive is an ongoing responsibility—and it is students who play a vital role in ensuring it continues to thrive.
He encouraged students to live by four guiding principles: never stop learning, use what you know to serve society, build your education on a foundation of strong values, blend tradition with modernity, and become not just job-capable, but truly able to thrive in life.
The Independence Day celebration at VMV College not only honored the spirit of freedom but also underlined the vital role of education in shaping responsible citizens for the future.
