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Better farm marketing options on anvil Ludhiana, March 1 Mr Rinwa said the state government wanted to implement the diversification programme and had introduced a special contact farming scheme under which the cultivation of hyola, sunflower and maize had been started. These would be purchased at fixed prices and the certified seeds were being provided by Punjab Agro-Industries Corporation. He said with the view of facilitating the farmers in marketing kinnows, the department had set up five grading and vexing centers in different parts of the state and had provided more than 1 lakh plastic crates at 50 per cent subsidy to the fruit growers. He said Markfed had been asked to explore the marketing avenues for the fruit growers in the other countries to ensure more remuneration to the farmers. He asked the farmers to acquire the latest technical know how to enhance the yield and quality of fruits and vegetables to compete at the international level. He said the Punjab Agriculture and Horticulture Department would organise several seminars and training workshops in different parts of the state to promote the cultivation of fruit and vegetables, which would prove to be a profitable venture for the farmers. Dr Jagtar Singh Mann, Director Horticulture, said the department had implemented many plans to promote floriculture. He said the department would also provide the latest information regarding the demand and rates of flowers and fruits in different countries. Horticulture experts of Punjab Agriculture University and Horticulture Department apprised the farmers about the latest horticulture techniques. Among those who addressed the seminar included Mr Jagpal Singh Khangura, Dr Kulbir Singh, Joint Director, Floriculture, and Dr Lajwinder Singh. |
Cultural show at college reunion Ludhiana, March 1 The Additional Deputy Commissioner (Development), Mr Sumer Singh, and the Subdivisional Magistrate, Ms Bhawna Garg, were the chief guest. Ms Harmit Kaur, Principal of the college, said in her address that a person who joined the IAS must have been highly motivated from the start. The Principal read out achievements of the college in academics, culture and sport. Students of the college unit of the Asian Club welcomed the chief guests. Mr Sukhminder Singh, founder of the Club, read out the objectives of the Asian Club. He talked about the achievements of Thakur Balwant Singh in films and playback singing. Thakur Balwant Singh, in 1936, prepared a signature tune for the All-India Radio that is played even today. Later Mr Sumer Singh, Ms Bhawna Garg and the wife of Thakur Balwant Singh, Ms Naina Devi, lighted the ceremonial lamp. Ms Naina Devi received a memento from the Asian Club. Ms Kamaljit Kaur Kalsi (Principal Ramgarhia Girls Senior Secondary School), Ms Inderjit Kaur and Ms Manjit Sethi were made the president, joint secretary and head, respectively, of the old students’ association of the college. Ms Kamaljit Kaur Kalsi gave away the prizes to the students. On this occasion, a cultural programme was also presented. It included a fancy-dress competition, besides songs and dances. Mr Ashok Dhir, Mr N.S. Nanda, Ms Manu Sharma and many other revered persons attended the function that was telecast live on cable TV. Mr Agyapal Singh Randhawa was also honoured at the function. The stage was managed by Prof Shawinder Pal Kaur. |
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Nostalgic moment for old students Ludhiana, March 1 The students who had got their higher education from the college and were now serving in different areas went down the memory lane on meeting their old teachers. The Principal, Ms Harmit Kaur, in her address to the students said they were a source of pride for their teachers and a source of inspiration for students studying in the college. Ms Kamaljeet Kalsi, a student of the college and currently serving as Principal of Ramgarhia Girls Senior Secondary School, Ludhiana, said she was indebted to the college and its teachers for their contribution towards shaping up her life and personality. Other students also expressed their gratitute towards the college and its staff. Ms Shawinderpal Kaur thanked the former students and requested them to make such meetings a regular feature. |
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Teachers resent poll duty Ludhiana, March 1 The front has also sought that these duties be cancelled. At a meeting of the front here today, Mr Harcharan Channa, general secretary of the front, and Mr Bhagwant Singh, its president, said all secondary schools in the state would virtually be rendered without teachers in days of rehearsals and polling. They said were teachers required to attend rehearsals at far-flung places on March 3, 6, 8 and 9; and be on duty from March 1 to 3 for matriculation examinations starting on March 5. The front said the state Education Minister, Mr Khushal Behal, had promised them that schoolteachers would not be put on poll duty, but the government had, now, gone back on its word. |
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Poster-making
competition Ludhiana, March 1 This competition evoked overwhelming response with as many as 25 contestants came up with their creative ideas. All the contestants made good posters using their imaginative and creative faculties. The best three position-holders were given a cash prize of Rs 1000, Rs 700 and Rs 500, respectively, by Dr Mrs Madanjit Kaur Sahota. After the competition the paintings were put up on display. The mementoes and certificates were also awarded to the winners. |
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Prizes given Ludhiana, March 1 |
Varied styles come
alive on canvas Ludhiana, March 1 This exhibition gives the viewer an insight into various art-forms ranging from the ethnic to the modern. “Our campaign is dedicated to our rich and varied culture. We have also experimented with Egyptian and Chinese styles,” said the artists. What riveted the attention of the viewer were paintings based on Ganesha, God of knowledge and remover of obstacles, displayed at the entrance of the exhibition hall. Ganeshas have been created in varied styles, using different mediums and murals etc. Kanika and her band of students have made many stunning paintings using relief work. In relief work, a three dimensional effect is produced by padding up special features of a painting. A painting of a woman peeping out of a window is outstanding. The poster of a fashion model has been put inside an embossed frame. To give it a realistic touch, a ghagra cloth has been pasted on it. There was a touch of spirituality in subjects of some paintings. Kanika Dhanda said her team had put in a lot of effort to depict the inner side of every aspect of our culture. The paintings on the Egyptian and English themes, too, are captivating. Sand and bamboo has been used imaginatively. The artists have put items like shells and rudraksha beads on posters. Some paintings on glass and are also appealing. |
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Awards and honours for poets Ludhiana, March 1 He also praised the department. Mr Madan Lal Hasija, Director of the Language Department, talked about its achievements and activities. He said printing of books by the department was being done on most modern machines. “The Department wants that its books should reach every home”, he said. The Language Department has been arranging seminars, ‘Kavi Darbars’, ‘Kahani Darbar’ and bringing eminent writers face-to-face with public. The tri-language ‘Kavi Darbar’ saw poets of Urdu, Hindi and English reciting their verses. Poet like Surjit Patar, Anup Virk, Parveen Kumar, Ravinder Bhattal, Gurbhajan Gill, Sardar Paanchi, Ajaib Chitarkar, too, thrilled the audience with their stirring poetry. On the occasion, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi writers were presented with awards for their works in 2001. Gurcharan Singh Aulakh received an award for his book ‘Inqalabi Shaheed’, while Dr Karamjit Singh received one for his book on criticism. Sukhwant Kaur Mann won an award for ‘Chhadra Hetla banda. For poetry writing, Darshan Bhuttar, for essay writing, S. Soch, and for novel writing, Dr Nahar Singh received awards. In the children’s-book category, Darshan Singh was given an award for his work Chunmun’ and Preet Mohinder Singh won accolades for his play ‘Dhol Siphai Laye’. |
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