National Education Day 2011

National Education Day celebrated in 

various educational institutions with gaiety

To pay tributes to first Education Minister of India Moulana Abul Kalam Azad on his birth anniversary being celebrated as "National Education Day", various educational institutions organised rallies, symposium, quiz contest, seminars, etc. and spread the message of relevance of education in present scenario.

A mega function was organised by Directorate of School Education, Jammu at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium, University of Jammu, where Minister for School Education Peerzada Mohammad Sayeed was the chief guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Peerzada said that Government is endeavoring a lot to eradicate illiteracy from every nook and corner of the State by opening and upgrading scores of schools besides equipping the Government educational institutions with better infrastructure and qualified staff.

Minister for Revenue, Relief and Rehabilitation Raman Bhalla, MLAs Chaman Lal Gupta and Mohammad Sharief Niaz, Director School Education, Gulzar Ahmed Qureshi, Personnel Officer Nirupa Rai, Chief Education Officer Natha Ram Dingra and besides Principals, Zonal Education Officers, teaching, non-teaching staff members and students of various schools were present on the occasion.

Paying rich tributes to the great leader, Mr Sayeed said Moulana Abul Kalam Azad played a pivotal role in taking education to every part of the country by introducing several educational policies. He said Maulana's contribution had brought revolution in education sector for achieving 100% literacy.

The Minister said Central Government headed by Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh is providing liberal funding to the state under education for further improving the education standards. He said Central Government has introduced RAMSA scheme for upgradating infrastructural facilities in High and Higher secondary schools.

He said 69 schools would be upgraded under RAMSA across the State, adding that ` 58 lakh would be spent on construction of additional rooms and 15 lakh for science laboratories in each newly upgraded high and higher secondary school. He said Government has earmarked ` 25000 each for renovation of High School infrastructure and ` 50000 for Higher Secondary School infrastructure under RAMSA.

Speaking on the occasion, Raman Bhalla said for facilitating the teachers and students, Government has approved Rs. 14 crore for construction of 50-room teacher bhawan and 500-seating capacity auditorium in Government Girls High School, Gandhi Nagar

Highlighting the role of teachers and parents in the life of children, he said a child is nourished by parents, while the teacher shapes his personality and gives his life a direction.

On the occasion, a scintillating cultural programme was organized by various.

A quiz contest was also held in the auditorium in which six schools of Jammu city participated and Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Talab Tillo won the contest.

The Ministers distributed mementos among the meritorious students of the Jammu region who excelled in 10th and 12th exams during 2010-11 session.

Earlier, Mr Sayeed and Mr Bhalla flagged off a students rally from Government High School, Gandhi Nagar which culminated at Zorawar Singh Auditorium in Jammu University.

To celebrate the National Education Day, the Department of Students Welfare, University of Jammu, organised organised rally in the campus and paid rich tributes to First Union Minister for Education Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. Prof Jasbir Singh, Chairman, Campus Cultural Committee and Co-ordinator, NSS, JU, flagged off the rally in which faculty members, officers, staff, research scholars and students took part.

Prof N K Tripathi, Dean Students Welfare, Prof J S Tara, Director, Poonch and Surankote Campus, Prof D S Jamwal, president, JUTA, Dr Anupama Vohra, Dr Vishva Raksha, Dr Surinder Pal Sharma, NSS volunteers also participated in the rally.

The IQAC of Government MAM College, Jammu, organised Symposium to mark the National Education Day on the topic "Maulana Abul Azad's Vision of an Educated India". Anshul Gupta and Sanchit Verma bagged the first and second positions respectively while Karan Singh clinched the third prize. Principal Prof Ajeet Angral was the chief guest, who also delivered on the contribution of Maulana Azad to the education foundation in India and said that he was not only enlightened and wise scholar but truthful and fearless freedom fighter. Dr Twinkle Suri, Coordinator IQAC, Prof Banpreet Kour, Prof Harpreet Kour, Prof Kailash Mehra, Prof Rama Badyal and Prof Shalini Sharma were also present on the occasion.

To mark the occasion of National Education Day, NSS Unit of Government Degree College, Kathua organised rally from College Gate to Ram Lila Ground, Kathua. Principal Dr Nater Singh flagged off the rally and highlighted the achievements of First Union Minister for Education in the field of education. Large number of NSS volunteers led by their POs Dr Suram Singh, Prof Naresh Sharma and Prof Kiran Bala participated in the rally.

On the occasion of National Education Day, Eliezer Joldan Memorial College, Leh organised symposium and on the spot Essay Writing Contests on the topic "Contribution of Maulana Azad in the Field of Education". Sonam Ladol got the first prize in symposium while Stanzin Tamchos adjudged as best in essay writing contest. The Deputy Commissioner Leh Tserin Angchuk was the chief guest, who distributed the prizes among winners. Principal Dr Youdhvir Singh, Prof Sonam Yangzes, Prof Rinchen Angmo also spoke on the occasion.

The Government Degree College Paloura celebrated the National Education Day to mark the birth anniversary of Moulana Abul Kalam Azad by organising essay writing and slogan writing contests. Students also delivered on "Role and Place of M A Kalam Azad in the Freedom Struggle". Principal Hemla Aggarwal and Prof B B Anand also exhorted upon the students to follow the foot steps of great leader, who revolutionized the education system in India. Prof Devinder Kour also spoke on the occasion.

The Government Degree College, Poonch celebrated the National Education Day by paying rich tributed to first Education Minister of India Moulana Abul Kalam Azad. Students and staff members highlighted the achievements and contribution of the legendary leader as an educationist, thinker and social reformer.

The NSS Unit of Government G L Dogra Memorial Degree College celebrated the National Education Day with gaiety and fervour while paying rich tributes to Dr Abul Kalam Azad. Student took part in symposium on "Role of Teachers in 21st Century" and patriotic group song competition. Monika Sharma, Kuldeep Verma and Deepika bagged the first, second and third positions in symposium. Principal Dr Ram Krishan gave trophies to winners and threw light on the role of teachers in shaping the young minds.

The GDC Mendhar also celebrated the National Education Day with gaiety and enthusiasm. Speeches were delivered on the importance of Day and contribution of great leader in the field of education.

To celebrated the Birth Anniversary of Bharat Rattan awardee Moulana Abul Kalam Azad as National Education Day, The students and staff of Shivalik College of Education and Happy Model School, Udhampur, organised educational rally and participated in slogan writing, group songs, skits, symposium and multimedia show on the life, works and achievements of India's First Education Minister. The students holding placards participated in the rally to educate the masses about social evils and their eradication through education. Dr Mineesh Gulati, Chairman, Happy Model Foundation, Udhampur, Dr Vikram Gulati, Principal Shivalik College, Prof Sunita Koul, Nirmal and others were also present on the occasion.

Government Sri Ranbir Higher Secondary School, Parade, organised a series of programmes on the occasion of "National Education Day" to mark the birth anniversary of First Education Minister of India. Students participated in rally by holding banners and placards and later in the seminar and highlighted the life and contribution of eminent educationist. I D Soni was the chief guest and elaborated the various aspects of the life of Moulana Abul Kalam Azad particularly during the India's freedom struggle. Principal H D Qureshi also paid rich tributes to great saint in the field of education.

National Education Day was also celebrated in Government Higher Secondary School, Nowabad with gaiety and fervor. Students carrying banners and placards took part in rally from school premises to Talab Tillo Chowk while raising slogans.

Principal and staff members also accompanied the students during the rally.

To mark the occasion of National Education Day, Government Higher Secondary School, Rahya, Samba, organised function with great enthusiasm. Students expressed their views on the contribution of great educationist and performed cultural items on the occasion. Principal Vijay Rakwal, Sarpanch Khajoor Singh, Balbir Singh, Thakur Gian Singh, Blawant Singh and Abhay Singh also highlighted the importance of Day in the field of education.

The Government Higher Secondary School, Paloura organised function to mark the occasion of National Education Day. Students threw light on the life and workd of First Education Minister of free India and took pledge to work hard and to follow the path show by the great educationist.

On the occasion of National Education Day, Government Higher Secondary School, Sarwal, organised debate competition in which large number of student took part. The speakers threw light on the contribution of First Education Minister and later took part in the rally along with staff members. Principal Bishan Singh Jaral also delivered and asked the students and teachers to follow the teachings of great educationist.

The National Education Day was also celebrated at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Udhampur to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr Abul Kalam Azad. Students took part in quiz contest and symposium on the occasion. Principa Rashpal Singh highlighted the importance of Day and advised the students to work for the development of the country.

The Government Higher Secondary School, Pallan, organised symposium to mark the occasion of National Education Day. Students actively participated in the rally and awared the people of Village Pallan about the importance of education. Principal Rakesh Jasrotia distributed prizes among meritorious students on the occasion.

On the occasion of birth anniversary of First Education Minister of India, Government Higher Secondary School, Billawar, organsied function with great pomp and show. Shanti Saroop Basotra was the chief guest while Mohan Lal Veram was the guest of honour. The students delivered lecturers and highlighted the achievements of Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad. Principal Rajesh Sharma also expressed his views on the contribution of great leader. The guests also distributed sweets, notebooks and pens among students.

On the occasion of National Education Day, the Government Higher Secondary School, Lassana, Surankote, organised seminar and paid rich tributes to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. Students delivered on the contribution of great educationist. Principal Sudarshan Sharma also spoke on the occasion.

National Education Day was also celebrated at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Rehari, organised function with zeal and enthusiasm. Students and staff members also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the importance of the Day. Principal Rajni Kotwal in her address stressed upon the students to work hard for making the nation great and strong.

The Government Higher Secondary School, Rajouri, also celebrated the "National Education Day" to commemorate the birth anniversary of first Education Minister of India, by organising grand function. The students from 13 schools took part on the occasion. DDC Rajouri G A Khajwaja was the chief guest while CEO M L Sharma was the guest of honour. While speaking, DDC highlighted the role and contribution of Moulana Azad in the promotion of education and asked the students to strictly follow the principles of Moulana Azad. He also exhorted upon the teachers to impart quality education to the students besides imbibing in them high moral ethos. Principal Razia Qureshi, Kuldeep Raj Gupta, Abdul Qyoom Dar, Julafqar Mirza, Savarkar Singh besides others were also present on the occasion.

The Government Higher Secondary School Smailpur also organised function to mark the occasion of National Education Day. Students and staff members paid rich tributes to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad and highlighted the importance of education in one's life. Principal Anita Zutshi also spoke on the occasion. Later students organised rally to educate the masses about the need of education.

The National Education Day was celebrated with pomp and show at Shakti Niketan Higher Secondary School. Students took part in seminar and expressed their views on the life of great leader and educationist. Principal also spoke about the value of education and contribution of First Education Minister of India.

The Government Higher Secondary School, Gurah Slathian organised seminar to mark the National Education Day. Speeches were delivered by the students on the contribution of Moulana Abul Kalam Azad in the field of education. Komal Sharma, Preety Slathia, Sharan Slathia were adjudged as first, second and third respectively on the occasion. Sweets were also distributed among students.

On the birth anniversary of Moulana Abul Kalam Azad as National Education Day, the Government Higher Secondary School, Bhalwal organised programme with pomp and show. Speeches were delivered by the students and highlighted the achievements of great educationist. Principal also spoke on the occasion.

To mark the occasion of National Education Day, The Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor, organised debate competition. Students threw light on the life of First Education Minister of India. Kalpana Sahrma, Pooja Sharma and Nity Verma were adjudged as top best speakers on the occasion. Principal N P Singh also spoke on the occasion.

To mark the occasion of National Education Day, The Government Higher Secondary School, Ghagwal, Samba organised function with great fervour and enthusiasm. Students delivered on the contribution of great freedom fighter and educationist in the field of education. Principal Ravi Koul also spoke on the occasion.

National Education Day was also celebrated at Government Middle School, Majheen (zone Gandhi Nagar) to recall the contribution and services of India's first Education Minister, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad.

On the occasion, Head Master of the school, R K Uppal and staff members apprised the students about the contribution of Maulana Abul Kamal Azad. He laid emphasis particularly on the education of rural poor girl students.

A rally was organized which passed through the lanes of village Majheen.

At Ramban, all the educational institutions of the district celebrated the Education Day.

At district headquarter Ramban, students of various educational institutions participated and a district level debate competition was held at Higher Secondary School, Ramban under the chairmanship of Chief Education Officer, Ramban. Thirteen students of various educational institutions of district Ramban threw light on the life of the renowned personality and educationist Moulana Abdul Kalam.

As part of National Education Day to mark the birth anniversary of first Education Minister of India Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Government Girls High School, Katra, organised education awarness rally. The rally was flagged off by SDPO Katra P N Tikoo, who also threw light on the working and contribution of great educationist in the field of education.

National Education Day was celebrated at Government High School, Aghar Jitto by paying rich homage to first Education Minister of India. Headmaster Shanti Sharma also threw light on the life and contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad and stressed upon the students to imbibe the teachings of great leaders.

The Government Girls High School, Sattani, Udhampur organised programme to pay floral tributes to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. The speakers highlighted the importance of education for the overall development of wards. Headmaster Romesh Kumar also delivered and appealed the students to spread message of great educationist for mass education.

The National Education Day was also celebrated at Government High School Sunetar, Ramnagar. Students actively participated in quiz contest on the occasion. Guests honoured the meritorious students.

The students and staff of Government Girls High School, Tarore, Samba organised grand function in its premises. Students participated in debate, seminar, painting contests and later organised rally to aware the common masses about the relevance of education in present scenario.

On the occasion of birth anniversary of Moulana Abul Kalam Azad, first Education Minister of India as National Education Day, The Government High School, Upper Thanoa, Jib, Udhampur, organsied function with great gaiety and fervour. Students took part in symposium and quiz contest on the occasion. Headmistress Kamlesh Kumari also delivered on the contribution of great leader in the field of education.