Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 27: The University of Jammu organised the 18th National Youth Parliament Competition 2026 under the aegis of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India, at the Seminar Hall of The Law School on Tuesday, providing students an opportunity to experience parliamentary proceedings and deliberate on issues of national and socio-economic importance.
Organised by the Department of Students Welfare in collaboration with The Law School, the competition aimed at promoting democratic values, parliamentary awareness, leadership qualities and active participation among students.
Sat Paul Sharma, Hon'ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, was the Chief Guest on the occasion, while Prof. (Dr.) Prahlad M. Mane, Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and Group Coordinator for Zone VI, and Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Sindhu, former Dean and Chairman, Faculty of Law, Himachal Pradesh University, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. MLA Suchetgarh, Prof. Gharu Ram Bhagat, and Dr. Nameeta Rana attended the programme as special invitees.
Prof. (Dr.) Rajni Kant, Department of Physics, University of Jammu, delivered the Presidential Address. Prof. Monika Chadha, Chairperson, Campus Cultural Committee, was also present on the occasion.
The programme commenced with the National Song and National Anthem, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the traditional lamp.
Earlier, Prof. Manju Jamwal, Director, The Law School, and Dean, Faculty of Law, formally welcomed the dignitaries and participants. She also gave an overview of the National Youth Parliament Competition and its significance in familiarising students with parliamentary practices and democratic institutions.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Shri Sat Paul Sharma appreciated the performances of the students and observed that the proceedings closely reflected the standards and spirit of actual parliamentary sessions. He commended the participants for their preparation, inquisitiveness and the concern they demonstrated while raising and discussing issues of social and economic importance. He appreciated their understanding of parliamentary procedures and their ability to present their views with confidence and clarity.
Prof. (Dr.) Prahlad M. Mane appreciated the manner in which the competition was conducted and the efforts made to ensure its smooth organisation. He particularly acknowledged the contribution of Dr. Bindu Sangra, Event Coordinator, for her meticulous planning and coordination of the programme. |
