Bareilly: The Savitri Government Girls’ Hostel at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, celebrated Navratri with a vibrant Garba festival organised by the hostel’s cultural committee. The event brought together students in an atmosphere of devotion, enthusiasm and cultural celebration.
The students independently planned the programme and collectively managed the arrangements, transforming the hostel premises into a festive space. The celebrations began with the aarti of Goddess Durga and devotional songs, followed by soulful bhajans dedicated to the deity. Dressed in traditional attire, the students performed colourful Garba dances to traditional music, reflecting the spiritual and cultural significance of Navratri.
University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Anil Kumar Rai extended his greetings and blessings to the students, describing Navratri as a symbol of women’s power, self-confidence, positive energy and creativity. He said cultural activities help students connect with India’s rich heritage while developing leadership, organisational skills, teamwork and a sense of collective responsibility.
Registrar Mahendra Kumar Singh, Finance Officer Mahima Chand and Controller of Examinations Dr Anil Kumar Yadav also conveyed their Navratri wishes and extended their best wishes for the students’ future.
Hostel warden Dr Jyoti Pandey appreciated the cultural committee’s initiative, noting that such events promote self-reliance, discipline, mutual cooperation and cultural values alongside academic development. She particularly praised the students for managing the arrangements while balancing their academic responsibilities.
Hostel staff members Meena Pandey, Neelakshi and Rakhi, along with students including Bhumi, Nancy, Satyasakshi, Neha, Manisha, Khushi, Mahi, Vaishnavi, Aditi, Tanu, Gunjan and several others, participated enthusiastically.
The celebration concluded with prayers to Goddess Durga for happiness, prosperity and a bright future for all.
