• Sona Devi University celebrated the completion of three years since its establishment with a special event.
• “This three-year journey has reached an important milestone, but the destination is still ahead,” said Shri Prabhakar Singh, Chancellor of Sona Devi University.
• “A five-year action plan has already been prepared,” he added.

To mark the completion of three years of Sona Devi University, a special program was organized on Saturday, May 30, at the Vivekananda Auditorium of the university. Addressing the gathering, Chancellor Shri Prabhakar Singh said that the university’s three-year journey had reached a significant milestone, though there was still a long way to go. He remarked that the journey had not been easy and that it had only just begun.

Sharing the university’s future plans, Shri Singh stated that a comprehensive five-year roadmap has been prepared. Construction work on the university’s administrative building and hostels will begin soon, and the sports grounds will gradually take shape in their intended form. He also expressed optimism about receiving recognition from the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) in the near future and announced plans to introduce paramedical courses. He noted that the Artificial Intelligence and Computing programs launched this year would prove to be a milestone for the university.

Shri Singh emphasized the importance of teamwork, stating that any initiative undertaken with a collective spirit has a much greater chance of success. He advised all university officials and staff members to work together with a strong team spirit and implement well-planned strategies. Explaining the true meaning of success to students, he said that merely obtaining high marks or earning a degree does not define success. A truly successful person is one who makes the best contribution in their field and plays a meaningful role in the nation’s development. He further encouraged students by saying that the effective utilization of available resources is more important than the availability of resources themselves.

The program commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and a Ganesh Vandana. Students Lakshmi Murmu, Mausami Mahato, and Rumi Das presented a graceful dance performance based on Ganesh Vandana.

Assistant Registrar Archana Singh spoke about the university’s mission, stating that the institution aims not only to provide quality education but also to ensure the holistic development of its students.

Registrar Dr. Nit Nayana highlighted the achievements of the university over the past three years. She informed the audience that thirteen schools have been established within the university. To promote technical education, the university has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with several organizations, including Intel. Discussions are also underway to finalize MoUs with four additional institutions, including NIT.

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Braj Mohan Pat Pingua outlined the university’s future vision, emphasizing that any higher educational institution can progress only through strong research activities, which form the basis of its reputation and recognition. He encouraged everyone to give their best performance and announced that B.Ed., D.El.Ed., and LL.M. programs would be introduced soon. He also stated that SDU would develop and implement plans to create employment opportunities and raise awareness among people in the region.

The event concluded with a rendition of the National Song and the National Anthem presented by Dr. Sangeeta Choudhury, Head of the Department of Music.