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Chandigarh April 6, 2021

Centre for Human Rights and Duties, Panjab University (Chandigarh) in collaboration with Office of Dean International Students, Panjab University is organizing ‘Mobility Programme with Western Sydney University, Australia under New Colombo Plan’ in an online mode on the theme ‘Closing the Gap: Enhancing Women’s health and Well Being’ from April 6, 2021 to May 21, 2021. The Programme is divided into different sessions going to be presided over by delegates and experts from the field.

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Dr. Namita Gupta, Programme Coordinator and Chairperson of Centre for Human Rights and Duties, in her inaugural welcome informed the participants that Panjab University Chandigarh has an MOU with Western Sydney University Australia. This is third programme in the series. This year due to the pandemic the program is continued in an online mode. The theme of this year is ‘Closing the gap: enhancing women’s health and wellbeing’. The programme will have 60 hours of interaction among the students of Western Sydney University Australia and Centre for Human Rights and Duties Panjab University from April 6 to May 21, 2021.

Dr. Renu Narchal who is a Programme Coordinator from Western Sydney University, Australia introduced the theme of this programme. She mentioned that the first programme of the MoU was held in 2016, second in 2018 and third now in 2021 through virtual mode because of corona pandemic situation.

Prof. Anju Suri, Dean international Students, welcomed the distinguished guests which included the presence of Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University; Prof. Deborah Sweeney, Deputy Vice Chancellor and Vice -President(Research, Enterprise and International), Western Sydney University, Australia; Prof. Tanya Meade, Dean, School of Psychology; Dr Tim Griffin, Deputy Dean, School of Psychology; Ms Isis Kowaliauskas, Manager, International Mobility Go Global and Study Abroad and Steven McDonald (Manager, Short-term Mobility).

Prof. Deborah Sweeney, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Western Sydney University, Australia mentioned that Australia is 2^nd in the world Gender Equity Impact and 3^rd in reducing gender inequality Index. Physical & mental health and well being of all people especially women and children is very necessary to flourish relationships in the families. Gender equity, gender justice and women empowerment is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. It is the need of the hour to close the gender gaps, respect the sense of togetherness and promotion of healthy lifestyle among women. Therefore, the aim of this programme is to engage students of Panjab University and Western Sydney University to develop strategies and promote self empathy through collaborative platform.

Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor of Panjab University in his inaugural address stated that Women’s’ health and wellbeing is a matter of concern globally and the theme has become more relevant during the Covid 19 Pandemic as disparities in health care facilities especially from gender perspective has become more vivid during the last one year. The programme will facilitate the exchange of ideas, policies, and practices across continents. He added that this project will further strengthen institutional ties and promote long-term out-bound student mobility, student exchange, internships and scholarships between these two Universities. He also applauded the efforts made by Centre for Human Rights and Duties and Dean International Students in taking the initiative in organizing this programme during pandemic.

 It was followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Dr Namita Gupta. The programme was attended by the students of Western Sydney University Australia and Centre for Human Rights and Duties Panjab University.

Chandigarh April 5, 2021

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Panjab University, Chandigarh, in collaboration with Heartful Campus of Heartfulness  Institute, Hyderabad initiated its 7th International online Self Development  Programme (SDP) on 9^th January 2021 which is  offering a unique opportunity to participants for  shaping their personalities as it  focuses on character formation and inculcation of core values to strengthen Inner-Self. The programme is uniquely designed by integrating the knowledge of the ancient Indian philosophical wisdom of Yoga with Heart centric approach of meditation.

            In the series of online session, the 18th session was held on 4th April,  on Soft Skills Development by using the approach of Self Exploration by guest speaker Ms. Rikita Swaroop, Master Trainer for MEPSC –National skills Development Corporation India from Ranchi, Jharkhand. She used Mentimeter to reach out to participants while making them think by asking probing existential questions for which they were forced to peep within to find answers. This was followed by anecdotes and sharing of lived experiences. The dilemmas which we face in our day to day living were highlighted beautifully by her. Values need to be discussed through jurisprudence and clarification approach was the message she gave to teachers. Teachers themselves have to practice those virtues about which they talk about in their class room.

            Earlier, the session began with yogic technique of body relaxation  followed by discussions on how a simple meditation practice can not only relieve the heaviness of the mind but takes on to create a new version of yourself, full of unlimited potential and excellence. 

            The programme was coordinated By Prof. Latika Sharma and Prof O. P.  Katare. The event witnessed an audience of over 100 enthusiastic participants including faculty and students from across the country.

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            The talk concluded by reminiscing the beauty of the spring flower which begins again, the day you begin is a journey in its own. Overall, the session had a magical effect opening a new dimension and perspective in order to transform the personality.

            During the various sessions eminent experts from various fields deliberated on various themes including emotional strength, will power development, intuitional intelligence, stress moderation, time management and holistic health by sharing their valuable knowledge and experience with participants. 

            Ms. Rikita Swaroop is a Master Trainer for MEPSC –National skills Development Corporation India; Trainer for Soft Skills & Business Communication, Facilitator for Brighter Minds and Career Development. She has been consulting, delivering and facilitating trainings in Corporate, Government and Education sector for last 20 years both independent as well in association with 45 organizations. In addition she is an active member and trainer for heartfulness Meditation. Sister is presently presiding as Joint Secretary IYA- Jharkhand Chapter and is state Coordinator for heartfulness campus.

Chandigarh March 31, 2021

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The Centre for IAS and other Competitive Examinations, Panjab University, Chandigarh, is starting a fresh batch for the coaching of PCS (Executive) (Preliminary) Examinations 2021, informed Prof. Sonal Chawla, Honorary Director of the Centre.

            It was further informed that this course is specially suitable for students who are preparing for PCS(Executive), HCS(Executive), UPPCS(Executive) and other State Civil Services Executive Examinations. The course shall be covering the topics related to the Executive Examination of State Civil Services. The distinguished faculty from Panjab University and other neighbouring Universities and Colleges having immense experience shall be roped in to teach this course. The classes for this course shall be commencing 19^th April’ 2021 onwards. This batch shall be of 3 Months duration. The admission for this batch will be on First Come First Serve basis. The Centre runs many other courses for preparation of competitive examinations like UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary), PCS(Judicial), PCS(Executive), UGC(NET) etc., she added.  

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            Many students have achieved success in these Competitive examinations and the Centre has a good reputation of high selections including State Civil Services Examination. The Centre charges a nominal fee from aspirants of SC/ST category and a subsidized concessional fee from students of any other categories. The application forms are available at www.iasc.puchd.ac.in under the tab ‘Forms’ and fee detail is available under the tab ‘Admission Notices’.