Jammu, Feb 26
In a ground-breaking initiative, MIER College of Education (Autonomous), Jammu, and GHG Khalsa College of Education, Ludhiana, successfully concluded their inaugural three-day student exchange programme from February 19-21, 2024. This holistic and enriching experience showcased the collaborative spirit and cultural diversity between the two esteemed institutions.
The exchange programme, executed under the able guidance of Dr Adit Gupta and Dr Pragat Singh Garcha, Principals of MIER College and GHG Khalsa College, respectively, involved the participation of 28 students from the School of Education and the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.
Accompanied by faculty members Mr. Chottu Ram Jangra and Ms. Nandini Puri, the group engaged in a meticulously planned series of events aimed at fostering academic, sports, and cultural exchange.
The students were warmly welcomed at Ludhiana Station and hosted in highly comfortable and secure accommodations. The IQAC team at GHG Khalsa College played a crucial role in coordinating the exchange programme, ensuring a seamless experience for both faculties and students throughout the programme.
Highlights of the exchange included athletic and sports events, cultural performances, student interactions, visits to historical sites, and celebrations of International Mother Tongue Day. The students of MIER College excelled in sports, winning numerous medals and bringing laurels to their institution.
The programme concluded with a felicitation ceremony where Dr Pragat Singh Garcha awarded an ‘Award of Appreciation’ to the MIER College delegation.
The students expressed their gratitude to both institutions and an invitation has been extended to GHG Khalsa College to visit MIER College, a gesture warmly accepted.
This transformative experience reflects the commitment of both colleges to fostering academic excellence and cultural understanding.
The success of this inaugural exchange sets a promising precedent for future collaborations between MIER College and GHG Khalsa College.
