-APS Noorpuri
Chandigarh 27 January 2026
The 77th Republic Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit at Government College of Education, Sector 20-D, Chandigarh, here today. In keeping with the long-standing tradition of the college, the oldest serving employee, Mr. Raj Kumar, was the Chief Guest on the occasion and had the honour of hoisting the National Flag.
Addressing the gathering, the Principal of the college, Dr. Mrs. Sapna Nanda, extended warm greetings on the occasion of Republic Day and highlighted the constitutional values of justice, liberty, equality and fraternity, which form the bedrock of the Republic of India. She laid special emphasis on recent developments in the field of education, particularly the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which envisions a holistic, multidisciplinary and learner-centric education system.
Dr. Nanda spoke about key reforms focusing on skill development, experiential learning, digital integration, teacher empowerment and inclusive educational practices, which are transforming the educational landscape of the country. She further emphasized the pivotal role of teachers in shaping responsible, innovative and value-oriented citizens capable of meeting the challenges of the 21st century. The Principal reiterated that these reforms are crucial for nation-building and for strengthening India’s position on the global platform.
Students of the college presented patriotic songs, adding zeal and enthusiasm to the celebrations. Sweets were distributed on the occasion. The programme was conducted by the Staff Secretary, Dr. Lilu Ram, and was attended by the faculty members, office staff and administrative staff of the college. The function concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.
