Delhi University organises Kavi Sammelan to mark Independence Day

NEW DELHI: Delhi University on Tuesday organised a 'Kavi Sammelan' to celebrate the 76th Independence Day. The event titled Jara Yaad Kro Kurbani (remember the sacrifice) was organised in the convention hall of the Vice Regal Lodge of the university as part of a series of programmes on the Centenary year celebrations of the university and the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.

Jagdish Mittal, the national president of the Rashtriya Kavi Sangam, graced the occasion as the chief guest, while the conference was presided over by vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh.

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The University Grants Commission (UGC) had asked all universities to spread awareness amongst students, staff and other stakeholders about the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, and to make it a success. The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign was launched by the centre to encourage the Indian flag at their houses to mark 75 years of India's independence.