The Government College of Commerce and Business Administration (GCCBA), Sector 50,
Chandigarh celebrated the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative and the Vikshit Bharat 2047 vision
with great zeal as part of its 79th Independence Day 2025 commemorations. In collaboration
with AVNI (Environment Society), the Eco Club, and the Best Out of Waste Society, the
college organized a vibrant array of creative competitions to raise awareness around
sustainability and urban development. The PosterMaking and Best Out of Waste competitions
were conducted under the themes “Green India for a Sustainable Tomorrow” and “Smart
Cities, Bright Future.” Recognizing inspiring student talent, the PosterMaking awards went
to Ravneet (1st), Jashan Kaur (2nd), and Khushboo (3rd), while Dhrupad, Vansh, and
Payal triumphed in the Best Out of Waste category.
A Tri Colour themed Cooking Competition with a noflame theme brought a splash of
culinary creativity to the celebrations, featuring nine enthusiastic teams. Ishana & Bhaumik
secured 1st place, followed by Aanandi & Divya (2nd) and Abhedika & Yatin (3rd).
Medals and certificates were bestowed by distinguished dignitaries: Vice Principal
Dr Amarpreet S. Sijher, Examination Registrar Dr Magesh V., and a respected judging
panel comprising Dr Bikramjeet Kaur, Dr Preeti Sharda, Dr Monika Aggarwal,
Dr Subina Syal, and Dr Kamalpreet Kaur. Conveners Ms Aanchal Malik,
Dr Renuka Mehra, and Dr Harinder Kaur ensured smooth execution. Complementing
these, the Literary Society conducted an Essay Writing Competition titled “The Value of
the Freedom Struggle in the Present Indian Context,” attracting 33 enthusiastic participants
from various academic streams. After careful evaluation, Harveer Singh took 1st, Arshdeep
Kaur secured 2nd, and Diksha Satsangi earned 3rd place; all were awarded cash prizes and
certificates. The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from the faculty coordinator,
acknowledging the students’ reflective engagement with India’s historical legacy.
These celebrations not only added vibrancy and creativity to the college’s Independence Day
observances but also reaffirmed GCCBA’s enduring commitment to environmental
stewardship, cultural innovation, historical reflection, and nurturing a unified, patriotic
student community.