The second day of PECFEST 2026, A Mystic Mikado at Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, (Deemed to be University) featured a diverse mix of technology, entrepreneurship, literature, and arts.

प्रधानाचार्य प्रेम सिंह खिमटा ने सरदार वल्लभभाई पटेल के जीवन एवं उनके महान योगदान पर प्रकाश डाला। उन्होंने बताया कि किस प्रकार पटेल जी ने रियासतों का एकीकरण करके भारत को एक सूत्र में बाँधने में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई

Dr Mittal has organised and supported initiatives including Seva Sushasan Vikas, bringing together diplomats, dharmagurus and members of the community to encourage dialogue around development and public service.

विद्यालय की सचिव सिस्टर सबरीना, प्रधानाचार्या श्रीमती ऋतु शर्मा तथा मुख्याध्यापिका श्रीमती मोनिका शर्मा के कुशल मार्गदर्शन एवं प्रोत्साहन से आयोजित इन कार्यक्रमों में शिक्षकों के सहयोग और छात्राओं की मेहनत, लगन एवं सृजनात्मकता की महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका रही।

The inauguration featured Chief Guest Shri Varun Khullar (Anant Raj Limited) and Vice Chancellor Prof. Bhola Ram Gurjar , emphasizing innovation, leadership, and extracurricular development.

*Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Shri Nishant Kumar Yadav inspired students to pursue their aspirations with discipline, determination and perseverance. *Principal Ms Monica Chawla presented Unique Endeavours and Initiatives, highlighting the school’s innovative educational practices

"The Unity Run is not about who finishes first. It is about who shows up. When students, staff, faculty and families run together, the campus becomes one team. Fitness is the foundation of a sharp mind. I am proud of every single runner today," said Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, IIT Ropar.

इस व्याख्यान में मुख्य वक्ता सुश्री जसबीर कौर, जो चंडीगढ़ प्रशासन के समाज कल्याण विभाग के महिला सशक्तिकरण केंद्र (एचईडब्ल्यू) में जेंडर विशेषज्ञ हैं, ने विभिन्न महिला केंद्रित कानूनों और सरकारी सामाजिक सुरक्षा योजनाओं के बारे में बहुमूल्य जानकारी साझा की।

*The grand inaugural ceremony brought together Col. Dr. Rashmi Mittal, Pro Chancellor of LPU, Dr. Aman Mittal, Vice President of LPU, Dr. Lovi Raj Gupta, Pro Vice Chancellor of LPU, and distinguished international delegates and representatives of partner universities from across the globe. *Dr. Aman Mittal, Vice President, LPU, highlighted the growth of the university’s international network, which has expanded from 260 international MoUs in 2022 to over 600 international MoUs and partnerships today.

Addressing the gathering, Prof. Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pawan Kumar Sharma highlighted the importance of vigilance through various examples and emphasised that integrity, transparency, and honesty are essential in every sphere of life.

पीयू के एनएसएस समन्वयक डॉ. अनुपम बाहरी ने स्वयंसेवकों को महत्वपूर्ण टिप्स दिए

Dr Anirudh Tewari, IAS and Chairman commended the student body for their dedication and artistic drive. Senior Principal, Mrs. Vineeta Arora congratulated the organisers and the young participants, emphasising the importance of such platforms in building confidence, teamwork, and managerial excellence.

The Chief Guest, Punjab Governor Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, joined Vice-Chancellor Prof. Bhola Ram Gurjar to confer 824 degrees, including 737 B.Tech., 69 M.Tech., and 18 Ph.D. degrees.

*Principal Dr. Ajay Sharma appreciated the efforts of the department and the students dedication towards their fieldwork. *The visit was organized under the guidance of Dr. Mona Arora, Head of the Sociology Department, and the faculty members Ms. Tanvi, Mr. Sanjeev, and Mr. Dhruv Teji accompanied the students to the fieldwork site.

During the session, Ms. Kaur highlighted key legal safeguards and welfare initiatives concerning women’s and children’s rights, including the Child Helpline, the Right to Education Act, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.

*Prof. Nageshwar Rao, former Vice-Chancellor of IGNOU, Chairman of NAAC Executive Committee and former IAA President, attended as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker. *Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tankeshwar Kumar welcomed participants from across the country and highlighted the university’s academic achievements, including its research publications and rankings.

यह व्याख्यान महिला अध्ययन विभाग सह केंद्र के अध्यक्ष और प्रोफेसर डॉ. राजेश कुमार चंदर द्वारा दिया गया, जिन्होंने नशामुक्त समाज के निर्माण में महिलाओं की महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका पर प्रकाश डाला।

* From Anganwadi outreach and support for families in need of crematorium infrastructure, a call for a drug free India and food conservation, initiatives under Seva Sankalp mark 25 years of PM Narendra Modi’s public life and governance

Principal Ms. Monica lauded the team for its impressive performance and acknowledged the players’ dedication and collective effort.

* From nearly 2,500 students envisioning their dream India to innovation, rangoli inspired by national development and a blood donation camp, four initiatives connect young people with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047