Republic Day is not only about celebration but a reminder towards building progressive society: VC KU

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Srinagar, Jan 26: Vice Chancellor University of Kashmir (KU) Prof. Nilofer Khan on Sunday said that the Republic Day was not only a day of celebration but a reminder of our responsibilities toward building a just, equitable, and progressive society.

In her address during the Republic Day celebrations at KU main campus, VC KU acknowledged the dedication of the teaching and administrative staff of the University in upholding these values and urged everyone to strive for excellence in their respective domains.

VC KU extended Republic Day greetings to the university community and the nation.

"This day holds the significance in reaffirming the commitment to the principles enshrined in the Constitution—justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity," she said.

The KU celebrated the 76th Republic Day with great enthusiasm and fervour aligned with the theme "Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas" (Golden India: Heritage and Progress).

The celebrations were held to honour the spirit of democracy and unity which was marked by vibrant participation from the university fraternity across all its campuses.

At the main campus Vice-Chancellor KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan, hoisted the national flag on the front lawns of the Vice Chancellor's Secretariat. The ceremony began with the national anthem which echoed a sense of unity and pride across the gathering. 

During the event, four employees from the proctotial wing of the university Pyare Lal Jamadar and chowkidars Mohd Ashraf Bhat, Sameer Ahmad Shah, and Hamid Gul—were felicitated for their exemplary efforts in containing a recent fire incident on campus. Prof. Khan praised their quick response and commitment which prevented significant damage during the emergency. 

The ceremony was attended by Dean Academic Affairs KU, Prof. Shariefuddin Pirzada; Dean Research KU Prof Mohd Sultan Bhat; Dean College Development Council KU, Prof. Khurshid Butt; Registrar KU, Prof. Naseer Iqbal besides deans of all the schools, heads and coordinators of all teaching and research departments, officers of the Registry,  faculty members and various other officials from the non-teaching faculty of the University.

After the flag hoisting ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, along with university officials, attended the main Republic Day Parade function at Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar.

A cultural program organised by Department of Students Welfare (DSW) KU highlighting the rich heritage and pluralistic ethos of the nation was also held on the occasion.

Similar celebrations were also held at the university’s satellite campuses in North, South, and Kupwara, where flag-hoisting ceremonies saw active participation from students, staff, and officials.

The Republic Day celebrations concluded with a collective resolve to strengthen the university’s role in nation-building and promoting an inclusive academic environment.