Gandhi Jayanti and Shastri Jayanti Observed at MDU
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, observed the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri with a serene musical tribute programme, ‘Bhajan Prabhat’, on Friday. Floral tributes were offered at the portraits of the two national icons.
Girish Saini
Oct 2, 2026 03:34
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Rohtak, October 2, 2026: Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, observed the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri with a serene musical tribute programme, ‘Bhajan Prabhat’, on Friday. Floral tributes were offered at the portraits of the two national icons.
MDU Vice Chancellor Prof. Milap Punia and Registrar Prof. Sandeep Bansal paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri and recalled their enduring contributions to the nation. They urged students to draw inspiration from the lives and ideals of the two eminent leaders and strive to imbibe their values in their daily lives.
The programme featured soulful renditions of bhajans associated with Mahatma Gandhi and his spiritual legacy. Eminent artiste and distinguished MDU alumnus Kailash Chandra Verma, along with his musical troupe, presented the bhajans, creating a deeply reflective and devotional atmosphere on the campus.
Dean, Students’ Welfare, Prof. Sapna Garg, delivered the welcome address.
A large number of NSS volunteers from the University Teaching Departments participated enthusiastically in the programme under the supervision of NSS Programme Officers Dr. Vikas, Dr. Gurdayal, Dr. Neetu Rani and Dr. Sherry.
Among those present were Rakhi Bansal, wife of the Registrar; Dean Education Prof. Jitender Kumar; Director Sports Kultaj Singh, HoD Music Prof. Vimal, Deputy Chief Warden Prof. K. V. Sheokand, Deputy DSW Prof. Sonu Dehmiwal, Director University Outreach Programme and Programme Coordinator YRC Prof. Anju Dhiman, Director Public Relations Sunit Mukherjee, PRO Pankaj Nain, Warden Dr. Sunita Malhan, NCC In-charges (Teachers) Dr. Aarti Chahal and Dr. Vikas Sindhu.
Director Youth Welfare Dr. Pratap Rathee, coordinated the organisation of the tribute programme.
Later on, a massive cleanliness drive was carried out by the NSS volunteers on the campus under the theme SWACHHTA HI SEVA.
