Mohali 11th January, 2012
With a lot of exuberance and fanfare Lohri celebration was organized today at the campus of Aryans Group of Colleges (AGC) i.e. at Village -Nepra (Banur), Chandigarh - Patiala Highway. The bonfire, symbolizing the burial of the old beliefs, and the rebirth of spring, was lit by Prof D C Kataria, President, Aryans Group. Sh.Anil Jain, AGM,MCB,Bank Of India was the guest of Honour. Dr.Anshu Kataria, Chairman,Aryans Group, Presided over the event. Around 100 staff members along with 500 students of MBA, B.Tech, BBA, BCA & B.Ed participated in the event.
On the occasion,Dr.Kataria said that we hope Lohri would bring happiness in the lives of the students and faculty. Dr. Kataria also expressed his concern over the declining sex ratio. Dr. Kataria emphasized that the girl child should be equally welcomed into the family. Everybody should celebrate Lohri for both newly born girl and boy, Dr. Kataria added.
The mood on the campus was upbeat and the students were totally absorbed in the festive spirit of Lohri. “Boliyaan” was the most enjoyed part of the occasion. A garland of cultural extravaganza comprising traditional songs and dance was presented by the students. Students, dressed in traditional attire, sang songs of Lohri such as "Sunder Mundriye", "Hukka bhai hukka" and many others.
On this occasion, six oldest employees of Aryans including Varinder Kaur, Manu, Monika Rana, Shakun, Rekha Sharma and Mangal Singh were honored by the management of Aryans.
Enthralling bhangra performance was given by the student which was followed by the lively performance of folk songs and giddha. The students enjoyed groundnuts and jaggery sweets in the warmth of the bonfire. The whole function was a scintillating bonanza of modern and traditional culture and heritage.
Also present on the occasion were Mrs. Rajni Kataria, Treasurer; Dr. Parveen Kataria, Director General; Dr. Manjula Kataria & many others.
It is to be mentioned that Aryans 20acre campus is situated on Chandigarh- Patiala highway. The group is running MBA, BBA/ BCA, B.Ed and Engineering College.
