On July 25,2023,Under Career Counseling & Placement Cell,Department of Commerce of Arya Kanya Degree College,in collaboration with QSpider,the world largest technical training centre, a placement drive was initiated with the help of Mr.Deepak kumar Jaiswal,the placement program was about Incubation-Every year Across PAN India, QSpiders run a CSR Certified Free Training & Placement program for Final Year batch students i,e – 2023 Passing Out batch Students.PAN India,they are associated with more than 4000+ Engineering/BSC/BCA/Bcom/BBM/BBA/BA & MBA Colleges for the above program. Selected students will be given Date of Joining wherein, they can come on the respective date, finish joining formalities start attending training & get placed from QSpiders.The students have to mandatorily undergo a campus recruitment process:1. Briefing about drive.2.Online Assessment Test 3.Online Group Discussions. The Department of Commerce of Arya Kanya supported the Company in presenting their Pre-placement Talks,and in conducting tests and interviews in the College .About 88 students got registered for the virtual round tests.The event witnessed the presence of Respected Principal Prof. Archana Pathak,Ms. Sriya Jaiswal and Mr.Manan Singhal.
On 30.06.2023, an Alumni Meeting was held at Arya Kanya Degree College. The meeting was chaired by Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal. He said alumni are an integral part of the college and they should always keep in touch with the institution. Principal, Prof Archana Pathak said that the old memories of the students and their contribution towards the college are immeasurable.
Today, on 27/06/2023, the Parent Teacher Conference was organized in Parini Auditorium of the college. The conference was presided over by the chairman of the governing body, Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, who personally invited suggestions from the parents, the parents praised the education level of the college teachers and told that the mental and physical abilities of each student are developed here. While doing all the facilities are provided. In the programme, Principal Professor Ardhan Pathak invited suggestions from the parents. Vice Principal Dr. Mamta Gupta, Dr. Sudha Singh, Dr. Sandeep, Radha Rani, Shriya, Manan, Damini and parents were present in the program. The program was coordinated by Dr. Deepshikha Pandey. The vote of thanks was done by Dr. Anupama Singh.
On 21-05-2023 International Yoga Day was organized. One can lead a disciplined life by practicing yoga.Yoga is a way of life. Having its origins in ancient India, yoga is all about the system that aims at the holistic wellness of humans including the body, mind and the spirit. Yoga Guru gave training to the stud Through different aasans he explained the benefits of yoga, for common health issues prevailing in people nowadays like spondylitis, obesity, etc. The Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal presided the programme and said that the importance of yoga has been realized in the Corona period. Principal, Prof. Archana Pathak said that people should do yoga to improve immunity.
On 12/05/2023, 1 month Yoga camp was started in Swami Dayanand Auditorium of the college. Explaining the importance of yoga to the girl students, the president of the governing body, Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, in the yoga camp, told the urgent need of yoga to stay physically and mentally healthy, and also said that it will help in studying for the examinations with a concentrated mind. Principal of the college Professor Archana Pathak introduced the girl students to the importance of yoga. The director of Arya Kanya talked about including yoga compulsorily in life while boosting the morale of girl students. Yoga camp was conducted by Dr. Deepshikha Pandey and vote of thanks was done by Dr. Smita. Dr. Ibha Sirothia, Dr. Ranjana Tripathi, Dr. Nisha Khanna and Pooja Jaiswal were also present in the yoga camp.
On 08.05.2023, the ancient history department and medieval history department of Arya Kanya Degree College took the girl students on an educational tour to the historical place Shringverpur and the religious place Mangarh. The girl students got an opportunity to know and understand the ancient genealogy and evidence and different types of pottery from the cultural levels obtained under excavation from the Shringverpur archaeological site, as well as historically about Shringi Rishi and the service of Rama by Nishadraj of the Ramayana period. Information was provided in this regard. Archaeological evidence and temples present on the banks of the Ganges were also shown. The educational excursion was completed under the direction of Dr. Jyoti Rani Jaiswal and Dr. Deepshikha Pandey of the Department of Ancient History, Dr. Nazneen Farooqi and Dr. Archana Singh and Dr. Awadhesh of the Department of Medieval History. A total of 65 girl students participated in the educational tour.
On 25.04.2023, a program related to meditation was organized by Heartfulness Education Trust at Arya Kanya Degree College. Heartfulness Education Trust’s trainer and keynote speaker Mrs. Jyoti Mishra highlighted the importance of yoga to make life stress-free. She told the students that it is very important to stay away from negative energy for personality development. Meditation is a powerful way to stay away from negative energy. Life’s challenges can be easily overcome through meditation. Principal Prof. Archana Pathak told the girl students that education can be easily imbibed through meditation. By meditating, a person can identify his inner qualities and enhance them.
On 24 Apr 2023, a program on meditation and yoga was organized by ‘Heartfulness Education Trust’ at Arya Kanya Degree College. Various methods of self-development were told and shown in the program. In this program, Chairman Governing Body Pankaj Jaiswal said that meditation and yoga are very important to be successful in life. Meditation brings concentration and brings new positive thoughts and it also improves mental health. Instructor Jyoti Mishra said that Heartfulness Education Trust works in the field of meditation, yoga and education. This is very important for self development. Instructor Radha Saxena said that your behavior is a reflection of your inner self. As we think, so we become, because our body acts as we think. She said that you can make life happy by making your armor by combining your power and skills.
Two days’ workshop on ‘Women’s Rights in India’ was jointly organised by ‘Human Rights Commission and Arya Kanya P.G. College on 23/03/2023-24/03/2023. Mahamandaleshwar Kaushalya Nand Giri ji (Tina Ma) of Kinnar Akhara expressed her views as a social worker on the second day of the two-day training program and said that our theology has given predominance to mother power. Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman, Governing Body said that history shows that the condition of women was not good in the past and to strengthen the condition of women, Arya Samaj opened educational institutions all over the country. Principal Prof. Archana Pathak said that human rights should be seen from the perspective of men and women as well as eunuchs.
On 17th March 2023, the election of the college-level teachers’ union was held in Arya Kanya Degree College in which Dr. Shyam Kant as president, Dr. Amit Kumar as vice-president, Dr. Mudita Tiwari as secretary, Dr. Priyanka Srivastava as joint secretary, and Dr. Anupama Singh as treasurer were elected unopposed. Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman, Governing Body, Principal Prof. Archana Pathak, Director Arya Kanya Group Dr. Rama Singh, and Vice Principal Dr. Mamta Gupta were present and congratulated newly created office bearers.
On 04/03/2023 Arya Kanya Degree College organised ‘Aryoday’ annual function. Major General Jai Singh Bensala, GOC, Eastern U.P., came as the Chief Guest and the Special guest was Shekhar Srivastava. On this occasion, the college magazine ‘Arya Garima’ was released by the guests. Along with this, Dr. Mamta Gupta’s book in English and Dr. Ranjana Tripathi’s book in music was released. Kathak dance and Holi songs presented by girl students. 13 teachers were given the best teacher award and Abhishek Pratap Singh from the third category and Dinesh Kumar from the fourth category were also given the best employee award. Students were felicitated for their performance throughout the year.
Seven days computer-training workshop “Stepping in to the world of technology” was organised from 22.02.2023-28.02.2023 at Arya Kanya Mahavidyalaya in collaboration with Blue Planet Society. All the participants got experimental session of computer and basic training of computer tools. A total of 50 participants took part in it from 18 years to 65 years. At the end of the program, the participants were given certificates of participation in the workshop.
Arya Kanya Degree on 25.02.2023 the occasion of the 200th birth anniversary of Dayanand Saraswati, organised an inter-collegiate essay competition in the memory of Late Mrs. Indira Jaiswal, the mother of Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, President, Governing Body. The topic was the ‘Contribution of Arya Samaj in the all-round development of India.’ Approximately 500 students participated. The winners were awarded prize money.
On 24.02.2023 a National Seminar on An Overview of Implementation of GST in India was organized by Department of Commerce,Arya Kanya Degree College. Dr.Sunil Kant Mishra Associate Professor CMP Degree College was a chief speaker. With the efficacious thoughts of Honourable Chairperson, Sri Pankaj Jaiswal that apprising people with the provisions of GST and unlocking the door of opportunities in an era of corruption free will lead towards sustainably governed New India to which our Principal, respected Prof. Archana Pathak had put her best efforts together in and the college took such an opportune moment to choose this timing so that students/general public understand several aspects and make prudent strategy for the upcoming GST regime and enhance their commitment for the subject,Department of Commerce, Arya Kanya Degree College in collaboration with IQAC cell got privilege to convene this high profile National seminar (Hybrid mode) on February 24,2023,titled “An Overview of Implementation of GST in India at 11:00 am,we were delightful to hear the Chief speaker Respected Dr. Sunil Kant Mishra ,AssociateProfessor CMP Degree College, who about two hours laid strong foundation and covered every aspect on the subject of GST Laws which is inherently complicated and is subjected to constant refinement through primary legal compliances,rules and regulations made thereunder and court decisions on specific legal issues and other judicial pronouncements rendered from time to time.He contributed in creating awareness and understanding about the facts, opportunities, challenges and way forward in the GST regime and recommend capacity building initiatives in the varied areas of the new taxonomy.Moreover,this one spot source of knowledge and updates in GST, would be a valuable input for our participants and plus also generate professional expertise towards Naye Bharat kaNayaNirman.Online Registration and Feedback were taken from the participants.
On 21.02.2023 a lecture was organized by IQAC and Career Counseling and Placement Cell at collegein which life skill coach and motivational speaker Mohammad Haleem was the chief speaker. The chief speakermotivated to understand and work as the purpose of doing any work should be very clear and for this it is very important to have faith and passion within the person. He told that it is necessary for girls and women to break the old conservative traditions and participate equally with men in modern employment-oriented and creative activities. College Principal Prof. Archana Pathak recalled Swami Dayanand Saraswati’s efforts to educate women and talked about giving special emphasis on women’s education.
On 15.02.2023 an awareness lecture and Career Counselling Program was organized by Pune Institute of Business Management under the aegis of IQAC and Career Counselling and Placement Cell at Arya Kanya Degree College. In which information was provided to the girl students on various issues related to skill development and improvement. In the program, Institute Relations and Skill Development Manager of Pune Institute of Business Management, Mr.Mukesh Kumar Gupta and Mr. Ankit Kumar said that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between our institute and Arya Kanya Degree College. They provided the students every detail about National Employment Skill Test will be organized for the placement of girl students. On the basis of the result of which the package job from 03 lakh to 05 lakh will be provided. He explained in detail the importance of skill and discussed the methods of skill improvement through special media.
On 13.02.2023 the occasion of the beginning of the year of the 200th birth anniversary of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati, the founder of Arya Samaj, a two-day havan, bhajan and lecture were organized under the joint auspices of Arya Kanya Shikshan Group and Arya Samaj Prayagraj. There was full participation in ancient Vedic education by girl students, teachers, employees and translators of Arya Samaj. Yagya priest Sadhvi Sandhya completed the two-day event. People’s welfare, world peace, world brotherhood and women’s awakening were wished for by offering sacrifices in the Yagya. After the sacrifice, Pankaj Jaiswal, minister and chairman of the Arya Pratinidhi Sabha (U.P./Uttarakhand), Arya Kanya Shikshan Group, in his speech, highlighted the life cycle of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati and told about the objectives and tasks of Arya Samaj. He put forth his thoughts with great depth on subjects like women’s education, opposition to caste system, opposition to evil practices, support of Varnashram system, protection of women’s rights and de-addiction. He told how Arya Kanya ShikshanSansthan is presenting a new example of women empowerment in every nook and corner of the country. Remembering the works of Swami Dayanand Saraswati ji, Minister of Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Prayagraj district, Ravi Pandey said that following the principles told by him would be a true tribute to him. The Principal of Arya Kanya PG College, Prof. Archana Pathak told that it is the gift of Swami Dayanand Saraswati that today women are moving freely in the society, breaking through injustice.
10.02.2023 Second Day of Annual sports meet Sri Pankaj Jaiswal said that there is a need to make sports, exercise and yoga an integral part of life. All these are absolutely necessary for a healthy mind and healthy thinking. He talked about the young talents of the country who are making India proud in Olympics, Asian and Commonwealth Games. Prof. Archana Pathak and Dr. Rama Singh, both in her address motivated the girl students to increase their active participation in various sports competitions along with studies and told that regular participation in sports is the way to sharpen the brain and enhance study ability. Race (100m, 200m, 400m), kabaddi, kho-kho, slow cycling and table tennis were organized today in the sports competition. KhushiSonkar (B.A. 1st year) in 100m race, PrachiSonkar (B.A. 1st year) in 200m race, Komal Singh (B.A. 1st year) in 400m race got first position. SnehaKesarwani of B.Com first year got the first position in slow cycling. In Kho-Kho, the team under the leadership of Captain Khadija Bano (B.A. II year) secured the first position. In Kabaddi, under the leadership of AnushkaPandit (B.A. II year), the team secured the first position
The two-day annual sports competition of this academic year of the college was inaugurated Sri Pankaj Jaiswal, Honourable Chairperson, Governing body of the college by cutting the ribbon on 09.02.2023. In his address, he said that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body. Principal Prof. Archana Pathak encouraged the girl students to participate in sports competition along with studies. Indoor and Outdoor Games were organized.
Under the aegis of IQAC and career counseling and placement cell,acareer counseling program was organized on 07.02.2023 While welcoming the program, Principal of the college, Prof. Archana Pathak said that self-reliance is important along with education. The chief guest of the program Dr. Sugriv Singh said that education is the mother of development, the one who has education is successful.
On 1st February 2023, a programme about ‘Custodial Violence/Police Action’ was organised. Mr. Chandra Prakash, IG Prayagraj was invited as the chief guest. Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, (Chairman, governing body, Arya Kanya Degree College) and Prof. Archana Pathak (Principal, Arya Kanya Degree College), and Ms. Jyoti Mishra were also present in the programme.
Outcome: Information regarding custodial violence, police action, juvenile crime, women arrest and human rights was given to the students.
Heartfulness programme dated 01 February 2023
Outcome: The programme was focused to teach students on how to maintain strength, skill and core values and help students focus on their life motto. ‘Sharing is Caring’ was the theme of the programme.
National Service Scheme, NSS
The main motto of N.S.S. is to develop awareness and responsibility towards society and to achieve this purpose and goal 400 N.S.S. volunteers are working with that section of society who are living below the life standard index.
All the four units of N.S.S. are functional in this College. Each unit having 100 volunteers for the overall development of the volunteers. Various programme are being designed and conducted in the college under the guidance and direction of in-charge and program officer Dr. Jyoti Rani Jaiswal, Programme officer Dr. Mudita Tiwari Programme officer Dr. Anupama Singh Programme Officer Dr. Archana Singh.
| 21/05/21 | Anti Terrorism Day |
| 28/05/21 | Responsibility of Youth during Pandemic (Webinar ) |
| 03/06/21 | Youth for Nation Building(Webinar ) |
| 09/06/21 | Challenges of 21st Century and Youth (Webinar) |
| 13/06/21 | New Education Policy and Personality making (webinar ) |
| 18/06/21 | Making of Modern India and Youth |
| 21/06/21 | International Yoga Day |
| 12/06/21 | Catch The Rain, Where it Falls |
| 30/06/21 | Creation of Society of Scientific Thinking and Honesty (Webinar) |
| 04/07/21 | Catch The Rain (Webinar) |
| 11/07/21 | Jal Andolan Jan Andolan (Webinar ) |
| 18/07/21 | Water Conservation ,Challenges and Solution |
| 25 /07/21 | Interdependence and Develoment |
| 01/08/21 | Social Harmony ,Need And Importance |
| 08/08/21 | Atmnirbhar Bharat |
| 22/08/21 | Need for eradication of social evils |
| 29/08/21 | Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav |
| 12/09/21 | New Education Policy : far-reaching impact on the educational perspective |
| 19/09/21 | Inclusive Educational Policy |
| 26/09/21 | Qualitative Educational Management |
| 01/10/21 | Clean India Movement |
| 02/10/21 | Making of Poster ,Slogan on Occasion of Gandhi Jayanti |
| 03/10/21 | New Education Policy : Creative Combination |
| 28/10/21 | Nutrition Day |
| 29/10/21 | Cleaning of Balua Ghat on occasion of Clean India Campaign |
| 30/10/21 | Essay Competition on Iron Man Ballabh Bhai Patel |
| 1/11/21 | National Unity Day |
| 18/11/21 | Traffic Safety Week |
| 26/11/21 | Constitution Day |
| 29/11/21 | Free vaccine campaign |
| 01/12/21 | World AIDS Day |
| 03/12/21 | Voter Awareness Campaign |
| 07/12/21 | Environment Conservation Activity |
| 09/12/21 | Program on Voter Awareness |
| 10/12/21 | Road Safety Program |
| 13/12/21 | Rangoli Competition |
| 14/12/21 | Campaign of Plastic and Environment Conservation |
| 15/12/21 | Energy Conservation Day and making of Vat Vriksha |
| 03/12/21-09/12/21 | Iconic Week |
| 12/01/22 | National Youth Day |
| 20/01/22 | Sweep Plan (creation of Poster and slogan ) |
| 23/01/22 | Parakram Diwas |
| 24/01/22 | National Girl Child Day (Rashtriya Balika Diwas) |
| 25/01/22 | Voter Awareness Day |
| 26/01/22 | Republic Day |
| 04/01/22 | Essay Competition on Voter Awareness |
| 07/02/22 | Mehendi Competition on Voter Awareness |
| 08/02/22 | Voter Awareness in Magh Mela |
| 10/02/22 | Rangoli Competition |
| 03/03/22 | Voter Awareness |
| 08/03/22 | International Women’s Day |
Seven Day NSS special camp was organized from 18/02/2022 to 24/02/2022. The following programs were organized:
18/2/22- Hawan, Prayers, Speech and address by Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal Chairman, Governing Body, Dr. Rama Singh, Principal.
19/2/22- Yoga, ‘shramdaan’, visit to malin basti, voters awareness rally, craft making, training, slogan, poster competition, lecture on women empowerment, Taekwondo training.
20/2/22- Yoga, ‘shramdaan’, visit to malin basti, voters awareness rally, craft, songs poem bhajan presentation, lecture by professor Pawan Sirothiya, Taekwondo training.
21/2/22- Yoga, labour contribution, slum colonies, voters awareness rally, craft, patriotic song, dance, slogan, cleaning, lecture by Dr Sudha Upadhyay, Dr Rajesh Garg, Taekwondo training.
22/2/22- prayers, yoga, ‘shramdaan’, voters awareness rally, and lecture by Shri Shiv Kumar Rai and Dr Rajesh Garg, NSS coordinator, University of Allahabad and Taekwondo training.
23/2/22- prayers, yoga, ‘shramdaan’, visit to malin basti, white washing painting, slogan poster, song, dance, patriotic song, lecture by Dr Latika Srivastava, cultural Programme.
24/2/22- A closing ceremony was held on 24/2/22 which started with a prayer and was followed by yoga, slogan poster craft display and a cultural program. Honorable Justice Rajiv Lochan Malhotra, Dr Rajesh Garg, NSS coordinator, University of Allahabad, Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal Chairman, Governing Body, Dr. and Rama Singh, Principal gave their blessings to the volunteers.
18.05.22- On the occasion of International Museum Festival (16.05.22 to 20.05.22) Allahabad Museum tour was organized by the Department of Medieval History and Ancient History at Arya Kanya Degree College.
1 June 2022- 15 June 2022– Summer camp The summer fest tried to develop skills, knowledge, attitudes etc.,which are needed to constitute a professional identity as well as to acquire jobs. Students learned to write poems,stories and official letters, and learned to craft advertisements,etc. Serve the interest of immerse people/community.
On 25.03.2022, a one day Yoga Workshop was organised. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh describing the importance of Yoga said that it develops a sense of self-discipline and self-awareness and gives us better mental clarity. Yoga Acharya Shri Krishna Kumar Sharma started the workshop with the recitation of the word ‘OM’ and Gayatri Mantra. Chanting of Mantras releases the positive energy of the mind and decreases the negative thoughts and stress. He demonstrated different asanas like Mandukasana, Uttanpadasana, Vajarasana, Taadasana, Vrikshasana, Natrajasana and Surya Namaskar.
On 15.03.22 ‘Swar Kokila Lata Mangeshkar Smriti’ programme was organised by Sangeet Parishad. She is called the Nightingale of India or Queen of Melody because of her contribution to music by singing more than 30,000 songs during her time. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh in her welcome address said that she was an Indian cultural icon who made her name not just in Indian film industry but on a global scale. The Chief Guest Mr Prem Prakash, Additional DGP, said that Lata ji’s golden voice touched the hearts of millions of people all over the globe. She had an unprecedented impact on Indian film industry. He further said that these programs provide a platform to the students to showcase their talents. Chairperson, Governing Body, Mr Pankaj Jaiswal gave his blessing to all the students.
On 12.03.2022, Annual Sports was organised in the college. Indoor and outdoor games like chess, carrom, 100 m race, relay race, shot -put and discus throw, Kabaddi and kho kho were organised. Speaking on this occasion, Chairperson, Governing Body, Sri Pankaj Jaiswal said that sports are an integral part of human life as it helps to inculcate self- confidence and self- discipline. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh, said that a healthy mind lives in a healthy body. Sports build our determination to win with the cooperation of others. The chief guest, Shri Rakesh Singh IG Prayagraj Zone, administered the oath and said that sports keeps us fit, healthy and active. The spirit of sportsmanship involves coming together of players and building a competitive spirit. The chief guest of the closing function was Prof. Seema Singh Vice Chancellor, Rajarshi Tandon Open University. She said that sports teach values such as team building, discipline and a healthy competitive spirit. Prizes were given to the winners.
On 09.03.2022 on the occasion of International Women’s Day, a lecture by Dr. Beena Singh, manager Sarveshwari PG College and Andh Vidyalaya was organised in the college. Giving the example of Arunima Sinha, she said that strong moral and clear objectives will enable us to achieve success while facing challenges. Chairperson Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, said that girl students should be aware of their rights. Economic freedom plays an important role in empowerment: therefore the college will try its best for their placement. Principal Dr. Rama Singh said that education is the most important factor for empowerment of women. The National Commission for Woman was formed to protect and promote the interests of women.
On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, a lecture was organised on 23.02.2022. Chief Guest Mr. Ravinanadan Singh, critique and poet said , ‘Language is not divine we learn it from our society and primarily from our mother and family.’ Chairman, Governing Body, Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal said, ‘Speaking mother language is natural for child as it is easy to understand and learn.’ Principal, Dr Rama Singh said , ‘ New Education Policy gives much stress on teaching in mother language. This will help in inculcating moral values in children and promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilinguism.
On 04.03.2022, a Career Counselling Programme was organized by Model Career Center UEB, University of Allahabad. Chief Speaker Mr Sugreev Singh said, ‘There must be zeal for Right Direction, Right Time and Right Work. This is the way of success in life.’ Distinguished speaker Vijaybhan Singh, R.D. College Prayagraj said, ‘Target, time, positive thinking, honesty and hard work is essential for getting success in life.’ Vice Principal, Dr Mamta Gupta said, ‘Time is very important in life. A student should always focus on Time Management.’
On 23.02.2022, ‘Rojgaar Mela’ was organised by Good Worker and Hello Jobs Placements Service and Manpower Solutions at Arya Kanya Degree College. Around 56 students participated in the Placement Training Program. Resource person Shri Prabhakar, Director informed the students about various emerging companies like Amazon and Flipkart for employment opportunity. Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman Governing Body, said that such programs motivates students and provide an opportunity to learn professional skills. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that such Rojgaar Mela gives students a positive start in their career search and explore future career opportunities.
On 22.02.2022, an Employment and Placement Training Program was organised for the students in Arya Kanya Degree College by Worker Technology Pvt. Ltd. Company. On this occasion resource person Shri Prabhakar interacted with the students and shared important information regarding placement. He informed the students about the difference between CV, Biodata and Resume. Resource person, Shri Afzal informed that students can make their resume on Playstore application. Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman Governing Body, said that the training programs enable students to learn technical and professional skills. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that students should maintain discipline in life to become successful.
On 15.02.2022, a Workshop on Budget 2022-23 was organised by Kautilya Arthashashtra Parishad at Arya Kanya Degree College. Principal Dr. Rama Singh, welcomed the guests and said that Budget decides the condition and direction of any nation. Prof. Manmohan Krishna, Dept. of Economics, University of Allahabad and Prof. PK Ghosh, HoD Economics, University of Allahabad highlighted the various issues and challenges concerning the budget. Prof. PK Ghosh said that budget should be inclusive and he added budgeting is a process by which the rights of all of the population can be secured. Prof. Manmohan Krishna said that after COVID-19, we have many challenges in allocating budget as ideal growth is hampered across the world. He also informed the students about E-Vidya Yojana, Digital University and PM Gatishakti Yojana. Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman Governing Body, encouraged students to learn about the latest budget trends.
On 04.02.2022, an online lecture on ‘Cancer: Awareness and Prevention’ on World Cancer Day was organised to impart knowledge about cancer among the students and faculty members. Dr. B. Pal was the resource person on this occasion. He said that we should not be afraid of cancer and develop positive thinking to fight it. One can stay safe and healthy by adopting healthy lifestyle and balanced diet. He informed about various treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, etc. Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman Governing Body, said that such health awareness programs are important as prevention is better than cure. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh, informed the students that UNESCO has declared 4th February as World Cancer Awareness Day.
On 25.01.2022, an awareness program was organised on National Voters’ Day. Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairman Governing Body, encouraged students and faculty members to use their vote wisely and practise this fundamental duty judiciously. Principal Dr. Rama Singh said that all the students who are voters must use their vote to make a transparent government. She said that each vote is important for democracy.
On 24.01.2022, a program was organised to celebrate ‘Rashtriya Balika Diwas’ in the college. The program was organised to impart awareness about the rights and education and importance of the girl child. On this occasion, Prof. Shabnam Hamid, Urdu Dept. University of Allahabad, interacted with the students and said girls are an inevitable part of the society. Smt. Kiran Chawla, Social Worker said that existence of the world cannot be conceived without the girl child. Shri Ashok Kumar, IPS, encouraged the girls and said that they are a source of energy and inspiration. Chairperson Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said that Arya Kanya Degree College is constantly heading towards the enlightened path of Swami Dayanand Saraswati. He said education is the best medium to empower girls. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said our Constitution has given equal opportunity to all the girls and has enforced various laws in support of women.
On 12.01.2022, an online program was organised to celebrate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanand. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that Swami Vivekanand has raised consciousness among Indians to fight against slavery during the colonial rule. His sayings had left a deep impression on Indian culture and tradition during his address in Chicago World Religion Summit. Chairperson Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said that Vivekanand has always been a source of inspiration for the Youth. He further left the following message of Swami Vivekanand with the students ‘Arise, awake and stop not until the goal is reached.’
On 10.12.2021, one day workshop on traffic rules was organized by Arya Kanya Degree College in collaboration with Sarthi Foundation. Important information about traffic rules were given by Additional Director General of Police Shri Prem Prakash ji. While quizzing the girl students on various aspects of traffic rules, road traffic signs, cyber crime, he gave information about emergency number 112, and asked students to cooperate with the police. A quiz was organized for the students and certificates were also given to the winners. Chairperson, Governing Body, Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal, apprised the girl students about the subject and described them as a strong watchdog of the society. Project Director, Sarthi Foundation, New Delhi, Mr. Raunak Gupta gave information about the foundation. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh thanked the ADG for playing the role of traffic inspector outside the college.
On 03.12.2022 a Voter Awareness Programme was organized. Shri Saurabh Bhatt, SDM Allahabad, told the students about the importance of voting and got the students registered on the Voter Helpline App (VHA). The students filed the voter registration form and were made aware about Form 6,6A, 7, 8, and 8A. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that due to lack of information, a large section is still unable to understand the purpose of voting. Some people are successful in misleading the voters by spreading false propaganda. Voters have to be aware that their vote forms the government of the country and the states. On this occasion, Assistant City Officer Anupam Parihar, Dr. Rakesh Pandey and Dr. P.K. Ghosh were present.
On 02.12.2021, a program was organized on the occasion of World AIDS Day. Dr. Rohit Pandey, District Program Manager of DAPCU talked about important things in this regard, and busted the myth that HIV doesn’t mean AIDS. He acquainted the students with the causes, symptoms, treatment and precautions of the spread of AIDS. Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal addressed the students and helped them understand the seriousness of this disease and asked them to increase their knowledge about AIDS. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said AIDS is not a problem of India but of the entire world.
On 26.11.2021, a program was organized on the occasion of Constitution Day. The chief speaker was Dr. Harivansh Singh, Law Department, University of Allahabad. He expressed his views regarding the rights and responsibilities of Indian citizens. On this occasion, Mahamandaleshwar Kalyani Nandgiri Maharaj and Mahant Vaishnavi Nandgiri of Kinnar Akhara said that equal rights were given to all without discrimination of caste, religion, gender in the constitution though the Kinnar community did not get equal rights. Chairman of the Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said that the Constitution is the sum of the rights and duties of the citizens of India and said Constitution Day gives us the feeling of being a free citizen. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh informed the students that Constitution Day was earlier known as National Law Day and girls should be aware of their rights and duties.
From 26.10.2021-01.11.2021 a week long ‘Satarkta Jagrukta Abhiyan’ program was organized in the college, to commemorate the 146th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel. The Chairman Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said that India has moved forward with the development of inventions, discoveries and technology which has made India Asia’s third business economy. In this regard, he discussed industrialization, green revolution, self-reliance (aatma-nirbharta), start-ups and entrepreneurial schemes.
On 01.10.2021, a seminar was organized in Arya Kanya Degree College to observe Gandhi Jayanti. Principal Dr. Rama Singh while addressing the students said that Gandhiji’s vision is relevant even today. Self-reliant India will be a step towards self-reliance by achieving the goal of Akhand Bharat. Vice-Principal, Dr. Mamta Gupta, inspired the students to take inspiration from the life of Gandhiji and follow the path of ‘ahinsa’ shown by him. Dr. KalpanaVerma, through the ‘teen bandars’ of Gandhiji, gave the message to the students to stay away from evil. Dr. Ibha Sirothia sang Gandhiji’s favorite hymn Vaishnav Jan and Ramdhun, with the students and teachers. Dr. Avadhesh Kumar made the students aware of Gandhi’s education and his ideas.
On 27.09.2021, a lecture was organized on ‘Social Concerns and Health.’ Shri Samar Bahadur Singh, Deputy Director, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan was the chief guest. While addressing the students he said that in rural areas, youth groups have been formed which are engaged in sports and health activities. They are working to implement the policies of the government in the youth and villages to keep the society healthy. Ms. Jagriti Pandey, District Youth Officer, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan further said that it is necessary for the students to stay healthy because the whole family depends on them, and for this yoga education is necessary. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh, welcoming the guests, said the students, both in urban and rural areas, in order to stay healthy should make healthy food for themselves and their families and can thus keep the family and the society healthy.
On 25.09.2021, a Yagya ceremony was organized under the program ‘Ghar-Ghar Yagya Har-GharYagya.’ The chief guest was Shri Devendra Pal Verma, President Arya Pratinidhi Sabha, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Dr. Utamayati, Director, Arya Veerangana Dal, Jaipur conducted the Yagya. The program started with the inauguration of the newly constructed PG research rooms of Arya Kanya Degree College by Shri Devendra Pal Verma.
The Chief Guest Hon’ble, Kunwar Revati Raman Singh MP said in his speech that Arya Samaj is doing the work of waving the flag of Arya culture all over the world. Arya Pratinidhi Sabha President Shri Devendra Pal Verma appreciated the program and said that the Arya culture is very ancient. It is the responsibility of the younger generation to take it forward. Dr. Utamayati inspired girls to be empowered and self-reliant and said that Arya Kanya is working tirelessly towards it. Mantri Arya Pratinidhi Sabha and the Governing Body Chairperson of Arya Kanya Degree College Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, said that Yagya has a positive effect on resolving multiple issues as it cleans negativity and makes the mind stronger and purifies the environment too.
Justice Sudhir Narayan, Justice Rajiv Lochan, Lok Sabha MP Rita Joshi, UP Cabinet Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi, former MP Shailendra ji, Shri KP Singh IPS, Senior Advocate Smt. Archana Singh, Mrs. Vinita Jaiswal, Nagendra Singh, participated in the Yagya. The Principal of the college, Dr. Rama Singh welcomed the guests and said that Yagya is the process of cleansing oneself (material and spiritual) and the environment.
On 24.09.2021, Prapatravachan’ competition on ‘Uchhasiksha me Gunwanta ki Chinta aur Chintan’ was organized. Dr. Ratan Kumari Verma, Hindi Department, Jagat Taran Girls’ Degree College, invited as the judge, said in her address that if the teacher-student ratio in the educational institution is correct and for the development of quality, it is necessary to develop humanity, tolerance, and compassion in the students. It is the students’ responsibility to give useful suggestions for increasing the quality of higher education and execute them as well, merely finding the shortfall is not enough.
A lecture on ‘HindI-Urdu Sahitya me Pragatisheel Kavya Aandolan’ was organized on 24.09.2021. Speaking as the chief guest, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Chairperson Governing Body said that from 14th September, 1949, Hindi was adopted as the official language. Hindi and Urdu are two variants of the same language. Hindi is the most common spoken language and Hindi and Urdu are so mixed with each other that it is difficult to find the difference between the two. Dr. Ashutosh Parthaswar, Hindi Department, Allahabad University speaking as the keynote speaker, said that Urdu literature has become timeless because of Khusro. The identity of female experiences is present in Urdu Literature. Dr. Laxman Prasad Singh, Department of Hindi, University of Allahabad said that the world of Urdu begins with Amir Khusro. Khusro’s creativity is coherent even now. In her welcome note, the Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that today the whole of India is engaged in strengthening Hindi.
On 14.09.2021 English Department of Arya Kanya College organized a slogan and poster competition on ‘Plastic-free India.’ On this occasion Chairman, Governing Body, Mr. Pankaj Jaiswal addressed the students and asked them to pledge to not use plastic in the protection of the environment. Principal of the college, Dr. Rama Singh,made an appeal to the students to maintain the cleanliness of the environment by not using plastic at all as it is the enemy of humanity. Exposure to them is linked to cancer, impaired immunity and other ailments.
On 08.09.2021, a one day National Seminar on the ‘Rashtriya Nirman mein Guru-Shishya Sambandh’ was organised. The chief speaker was Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Mantri Arya Pratinidhi Sabha. He said that education plays an important role in developing students’ personality from nursery to university level. Education leaves an impact on personality at different levels. Children spend most of their time at home so the mother becomes the first guru of the child. A mother plays a vital role in the development of the child. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that in the present times the teacher’s role has increased to a great extent as our society is facing a sharp decline of moral values. Our youth has the power to build our nation so we must give them the responsibility and their enthusiasm must be channelized in the right way.
‘Ved Prachaar Week’ was celebrated from 22.08.2021-30.08.2021 at Arya Samaj Chowk. Arya Samaj Chowk and Arya Kanya Degree College organised different programs and competitions for the students. Nearly 100 students participated in the competitions and won prizes. Shri KP Singh, IG Police Prayagraj, was the chief guest. He said that Arya Samaj has always played an important role in eradicating evil practices and myths of the society. Arya Pratinidhi Sabha Mantri Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said that Swami Dayanand gave the mantra ‘Back to Vedas.’ It is necessary to spread the teachings of Swami Ji for removing the evil practices of the society. Swami Ji brought about a complete over haul of the education system by introducing Anglo-Vedic schools to offer Indian students an updated curriculum teaching both the knowledge of the Vedas along with contemporary English Education.
On 26.07.2021, ICFAI Business School, Gurgaon organised a program on ‘Student Development Program on Basic Preparation for Getting Job-Ready and Entrepreneurship Skills.’ Prof. Umesh Kalra, (Ex-RES) gave important information on how to face All-India Civil Services exams like CDS, IFS, IAS, etc. He also talked about the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship which was set up in 2014 to coordinate all skill development efforts across the country and to build the new skills and innovative thinking not only for existing jobs but also for jobs that are to be created. The program was chaired by Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal. He said that this program gave important information about how to get ready for jobs and entrepreneurship. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that the students should make a time table and follow it judiciously, solve mock papers and read the newspapers regularly.
From 12.07.2021-19.07.2021, Heartfulness Educational Trust organised a one week program on ‘Stress Management and Personality Development’ at Arya Kanya Degree College, Prayagraj. In this program, Ms. Smita Agarwal, Kamini Mittal, Dr. Sarita Rani, and Suman Pathak (Special Meditation Trainer) gave lectures on ‘Connection, Core Value, Shield, Sandarbh, Choices, and on Meditation.’ Ms. Kamini Mittal (Happiness and Facilitator) spoke on how to make life happy and get fulfilment in life. Dr. Sarita Rani explained the word ‘Community’ and asked the students to choose their goal. The students were trained to do meditation every day. Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal and Principal, Dr. Rama Singh gave their good wishes to the students.
On 06.07.2021, a job counselling session by the PIBM on ‘Post-Pandemic Employment Opportunities’ was held in the college in which Shri Raman Pratee, Chairman PIBM, addressed the students and offered tips to gain skills for getting good jobs. Shri Riddhiman focused on the unstable market and shared some practical experiences to pacify student’s queries. Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal told the students that economic aspect must be strong for leading a good life. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh elaborated the post pandemic situation and encouraged the students to work hard for getting placement.
On 02.07.2021, an online Alumni Meeting was held at Arya Kanya Degree College. The meeting was chaired by Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal. He said alumni are an integral part of the college and they should always keep in touch with the institution. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that the old memories of the students and their contribution towards the college are immeasurable.
International Yoga Day
On 21-06-2021 online International Yoga Day was organized. Dr. Shweta Singh, Medical Officer, Ayurveda State Government Hospital was the Chief Guest. She said Yoga controls mind and body and keep us stress free. One can lead a disciplined life by practicing yoga.Yoga is a way of life. Having its origins in ancient India, yoga is all about the system that aims at the holistic wellness of humans including the body, mind and the spirit. Yoga Guru Shri Nishant Indu Jha, Freelancer yoga teacher gave training to the students. Through different aasans he explained the benefits of yoga, for common health issues prevailing in people nowadays like spondylitis, obesity, etc. The Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal presided the programme and said that the importance of yoga has been realized in the Corona period. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said that people should do yoga to improve immunity.
Parents views on Online Education in Arya Kanya Degree College
A seminar on “Online Education and Student’s Welfare Secured was organized on 13-06-2021. More than 100 parents participated and shared their views. They said that though teachers are taking regular online classes but in absence of internet connectivity their daughters are not able to attend classes. Such problems were reported by the parents of children who come from remote areas of the city. Most of the parents praised the college’s efforts and endeavor in organizing lectures and webinars from time to time even in lockdown period. Parents gave suggestions that the college administration should ensure vaccination of every student when the college re-opens. Chairperson, Governing Body of the College, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said that the college is committed to its vision and mission to empower girl students even in Corona period by organizing online lectures and webinars. Principal, Dr Rama Singh said that teachers are taking online classes and mentoring the students by sorting out their problems. In the coming session BSc. classes may also start in the college. On this occasion Shri Dayaram Yadav, Vishaish Mishra, Meenakshi Patel, Ram Abhilasha, Neeraj Yadav, Mina Devi, Rekha Jaiswal, Premchandra, Chandrashekhar Singh, participated .
Lecture on Sahitya mein Anuwad ka Mahatva
On 11-06-2021 a lecture on“Sahitya mein Anuwad ka Mahatva” was organized by Hindi Department. Prof. Rampal Gangwar, Hindi Department, Baba Sahib Bhimrao Ambedkar, Central University, Lucknow, spoke on importance of translation and said the process of dialogue and translation has been going on since there was no machine in the world. We can understand ideology and culture through language translation. Chairperson, Governing Body Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, presided the programme and said that in the present scenario people take translation writing as a prominent subject in English. It is a kind of dialogue which is done between two languages through translation. Dr. Rama Singh, Principal, welcomed the guests and said translation writing becomes important as India is a country of multiple languages. She said translation is a toolkit in Sahitya as it helps in understanding emotions of other languages.
World Environment Day
On 05-06-2021 a lecture on The Need of Re-organizing Eco-System in the Present Scenario was organized on the occasion of World Environment Day. The chief speaker was Dr. Rajiv Kumar, Environmentalist, Indira Gandhi National Open University, Darbhanga. He spoke on global warming, increase in the water level of oceans and requested that all of us should use natural resources in such a way that they are not wasted. Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal said we should plant trees as they release oxygen, absorb unpleasant odours as well as harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide from the air and purify it. Principal, Dr. Rama Singh said due to imbalance in eco-system many health problems are increasing. She also said environmental problems like depletion in ozone layer, cyclone, global warming, etc are taking place.
On 10-06-2021 a Banyan tree was planted in the campus as part of the Plantation Drive by the Chairperson, Governing Body, Shri Pankaj Jaiswal, Principal and the teachers of the college. Banyan trees are a rich source of oxygen. The National Tree of India, the Banyan tree is popularly known for its ability to emit a large amount of oxygen. Planting such trees in our surroundings can be extremely beneficial as they ensure the purity of air and reduce the presence of carbon-dioxide in the atmosphere. About 200 trees were planted in the College