TMU Celebrated the Birth Anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri
Teerthanker Mahaveer University celebrated the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri with respect and enthusiasm. The programme was jointly organised by the D.El.Ed. Department and the Faculty of Education to remember the contributions and values of these great national leaders.
The programme began with flowers being offered to the portraits of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri as a mark of respect.
Prof. M.P. Singh, Director, Student Welfare at TMU, attended the programme and blessed the students. He spoke about the lives, values and contributions of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri to the nation.
He encouraged students to follow the ideals and principles of both leaders in their daily lives. He also highlighted the importance of honesty, discipline, service and responsibility in building a better society.
Remembering the Values of Mahatma Gandhi
During the programme, speakers discussed Mahatma Gandhi's principles of truth, non-violence, love, peace and morality. They explained that his teachings remained important in today's world and continue to guide people towards peaceful and responsible living.
Students were encouraged to follow his path of truth and non-violence and respect others in their personal and professional lives.
Remembering Lal Bahadur Shastri's Contribution
The programme also remembered Lal Bahadur Shastri for his simple lifestyle, honesty, discipline and dedication to the nation. His famous slogan, “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan,” was highlighted as a message of respect for soldiers and farmers and their contribution to the country.
The speakers encouraged students to learn from his sense of duty, simplicity and commitment to national service.
Faculty Members Encouraged Students
Dr. Kalpana Jain, Principal of the D.El.Ed. Department, shared her views on the lives of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. She said their lives were examples of sacrifice, simplicity and strong moral values. She encouraged students to follow their teachings to help build a responsible and value-driven society.
Assistant Professors Ranjit and Mayank from the Faculty of Education, along with other teachers and students, also attended the programme. The faculty members explained that education was not limited to book knowledge. It also helped students develop discipline, kindness, social responsibility and love for the nation.
Conclusion
The birth anniversary celebration at TMU concluded with feelings of respect, gratitude and patriotism. The programme reminded students of the valuable teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri and encouraged them to follow their ideals in their lives. Through this initiative, the D.El.Ed. Department and Faculty of Education highlighted the importance of moral education and responsible citizenship.
