MDU VC urges people to shun firecrackers, celebrate green Diwali; extends festive greetings, wishes peace, prosperity and happiness
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) Vice-Chancellor Prof Milap Poonia has extended Diwali greetings to the university fraternity, including students, faculty, non-teaching staff, alumni and people of Haryana, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity.
Girish Saini
Nov 7, 2026 09:58
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Rohtak, November 7, 2026: Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) Vice-Chancellor Prof Milap Poonia has extended Diwali greetings to the university fraternity, including students, faculty, non-teaching staff, alumni and people of Haryana, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity.
In his festive message, Prof Poonia described Diwali as a festival of light, positivity and harmony that inspires people to move from darkness to light, falsehood to truth and despair to hope. He said the festival reinforces the values of love, brotherhood, social harmony and unity.
Calling for an environment-friendly celebration, the VC urged people to avoid firecrackers, light traditional earthen lamps and celebrate a pollution-free Diwali. He also stressed the importance of environmental protection, cleanliness and social responsibility.
Expressing confidence in MDU's continued progress, Prof Poonia said collective efforts, dedication and positive thinking would help the university achieve new milestones in education, research and innovation.
Dean Academic Affairs Prof Randeep Rana and Registrar Prof Sandeep Bansal also extended Diwali greetings, wishing everyone good health, peace and prosperity. They urged people to celebrate the festival with love, harmony and enthusiasm.
