Innocent Hearts Group Celebrates Basant Panchami with a Fusion of Tradition, Creativity, and Sustainability

Jalandhar, January 31, 2025: Innocent Hearts Group of Institutions (IHGI), Loharan, marked the vibrant festival of Basant Panchami with a celebration that beautifully blended cultural heritage, intellectual pursuits, and environmental consciousness. organized by the Cultural Committee in collaboration with DISHA – an Initiative, the event embraced the Theme – "Festival of Knowledge, Spring, and New Beginnings", reinforcing the values of learning, artistic expression, and sustainability. 

The main attraction of the event was spreading awareness on "Saying No to Chinese Thread – A Step Towards SDG-13", educating students on the harmful effects of synthetic manjha and encouraging eco-friendly alternatives. The celebration commenced with a soulful Maa Saraswati Vandana, invoking wisdom and knowledge. A mesmerizing dance performance by Mehak Jain captivated the audience, followed by an enlightening speech by dignitaries emphasizing the significance of Basant Panchami and the urgent need for sustainable practices in kite flying.To promote creativity, innovation, and environmental responsibility, a series of competitions and cultural activities were conducted, offering students a platform to exhibit their skills in writing, art, and sustainability-focused crafts.

Competition Winners:
The event featured a range of creative competitions, providing students with an opportunity to showcase their writing abilities, artistic talents, and innovative sustainability-driven ideas.
Essay Writing Competition:
1st Position: Sukhvir Kaur (B.Com 2nd Sem)
2nd Position: Navjot Kaur (B.Com 2nd Sem)
3rd Position: Kripa (MLS 2nd Sem)
Consolation Prize: Kashish (B.Sc. N&D 2nd Sem)
Best Out of Waste Competition:
1st Position: Silky (BCA 4th Sem)
2nd Position: Parwinder (HM 2nd Sem)
3rd Position: Ekta (B.Com 2nd Sem)
Consolation Prize: Jasmeet (BBA 4th Sem)
Eco-Friendly Kite Making & Decoration:
1st Position: Priya (BHMCT 2nd Sem)
2nd Position: Kiran (B.Sc. N&D 4th Sem)
3rd Position: Muskan (B.Com 4th Sem)
Consolation Prize: Jaspinder (B.Sc. Microbiology 2nd Sem)

Adding to the festive enthusiasm, the event showcased soulful solo performances by Pallak and Kashish, an energetic group dance by Ashneet and team, and a unique Eco-Art DIY Products Exhibition-cum-Sale, where students displayed their handcrafted sustainable innovations. The celebration concluded with the opening of a food stall and the distribution of traditional sweets, fostering a sense of togetherness and joy. Through this meaningful celebration, IHGI reaffirmed its commitment to preserving cultural heritage, promoting intellectual growth, and advocating for environmental sustainability. The Cultural Committee played a pivotal role in organizing the event, inspiring students to embrace tradition while adopting a forward-thinking, eco-conscious mindset.