Jalandhar, 08.10.25-; Lovely Professional University (LPU) spectacularly transformed into a vibrant tapestry of Indian culture and heritage with the grand commencement of its annual mega cultural fest, 'One India-2025'. The event was inaugurated by the National Convener of the Aam Aadmi Party, Shri Arvind Kejriwal, and the hon’ble Chief Minister of Punjab, Shri Bhagwant Mann, alongside Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Founder Chancellor of LPU, Col. Dr. Rashmi Mittal, Pro-Chancellor of LPU and Lovely Group Chairman Sh. Ramesh Mittal.
Addressing the gathering, Sh. Arvind Kejriwal expressed his admiration for the fest, saying, “It feels like a grand festival of India is underway. The energy among the youth is incredible.” He highlighted India’s strength in diversity, noting, “One nation, many languages, cultures, philosophie - but one Hindustan. This diversity is our strength.”
Chief Minister Sh. Bhagwant Mann commended LPU for its vivid portrayal of India’s diversity, stating, “From Tamil Nadu to Ladakh, Tripura to Odisha, and Haryana to Punjab, every performance reflected the beauty and unity of our nation. Initiatives like One India nurture this spirit of togetherness and strengthen the vision of India as a Vishva Guru. Our youth are our greatest asset—if you channel your energy wisely, the nation’s future will be unstoppable.”
Reflecting on the festival’s inception, Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal shared, “Years ago, Kejriwal ji suggested creating a platform where students from across states and nations could celebrate and learn from each other’s cultures. That idea took shape as One India, and today, its 15th edition stands as a living example of unity through diversity.” He expressed pride in how the event has evolved into a symbol of youth connection, inclusivity, and cultural harmony under LPU’s vision of holistic education.