7 Days Exhibition by Artists with Special Abilities Opens at Gandhi Bhawan, PU

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Chandigarh December 3, 2021

The Department of Gandhian and Peace Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh, in collaboration with ThreadBee, a local NGO which is working for the upliftment of the special children, organized an exhibition of paintings and artifacts by artists with special abilities  today, on the occasion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities titled “Nuances”, the subtle art of hidden expressions.

Professor S. K. Tomar, Dean Research and Dean Student Welfare, inaugurated the exhibition in the presence of Dr. Manish Sharma, Chairperson of Gandhian Studies, Professor Ravinder Sharma from the College of Art, Sh.  Vikram Singh, Chief of University Security and the artists.

Dr. Manish Sharma, emphasized that the motive of organzing this special exhibition is to highlight that these so-called special children are as good as normal children. He said though they can’t hear or understand our thoughts but they can express their feeling through different modes like paintings, sculptures and so on.

Prof. S. K. Tomar emphasised that such exhibition should be held regularly and it’s a good way to showcase the talent of these children with special abilities. He congratulated the Department of Gandhian and Peace Studies and ThreedBee for carrying out such activities. He further added that we are all disable in one way or the other, but how we come out of the same and develop our abilities depends on individual approach and will power.

Professor Ravinder Sharma from the College of Art and one of the mentors of the students emphasized that these students are no doubt different than others, but most of the time they work through their sixth sense, which is a motivational and guiding force for them to come out of their dark shells.

In the end, Livia Tandon thanked all the invited guests and participants for their active participation and encouragement. According to her, the word “Disability” should be removed from the dictionary since technology has now helped us to overcome most of our sensory and ductile limitations.

Dr. Manish informed that in the exhibition total 12 students are participating with their paintings, mixed media photographs and sculptures. While participating in the exhibition, some of the students mentioned:

Mr. Harmanpreet mentioned that, “I am a differently-abled artist with a Master’s in fine arts. I am currently working with Coloredrims, which is revolutionising the gifting sector. I paint to express, to remember where I have been, what I have seen. It is my way to connect to the world without my disability limiting me. The contrast of light and dark has been a major component for most my artwork. My intent is to give my audience a reason to connect with my artwork and stay for a second look. I am lucky to share some of artwork with you and request you to help me reach more people.

Jasleen Kaur mentioned, “I was born deaf and dumb, but I can communicate using sign language. I received my M.F.A. in applied art from Government College of Art, Chandigarh, with an advanced specialisation in fine arts for dissabled. I worked in photography and graphic design as part of my master’s programme. I hand-drew a variety of commercial ads. I’m excited to create commercials with a larger canvas. Through efficient advertising, we can raise awareness among the general public. I’d like to contribute by typing so that my work might reach a wider audience and effect positive change. I’d want to dabble in a few applied art methods. I want to make my parents proud.”

Pallavi mentioned, “I am passionate for painting since childhood and as a result currently I completed my M.F. A (Advanced special diploma in fine arts for divyang ) from Government college of art, Chandigarh. As a painting enthusiast, I attended different workshops on painting and every time I improve myself. I have won various certificates and secured top ranks in competitions and exhibitions. This time also let’s hope for the best.

Muskaan Sohar mentioned, “I am doing my mastery in applied art from Government college of Fine Arts I have Participated in many exhibitions and also won so many prizes One of my work was also selected as a bronze on international level I want to create many more works and would like to share with all.”

Pankaj Sharma mentioned that she completed her Masters of Fine Arts in Graphics (Advanced Diploma in Print Making) from Government College of Art, Chandigarh. “During my master program I have worked in many mediums such as Etching, Aquatint, Serigraphy, Wood Cut, Stencil Printing, Lithography and Colligraphy along with Water Colour and Miniature paintings. My work was mostly based on my connection with my surroundings and now I am seeking for job/exhibitions to find a balance and harmony in my works and needs. Sir I am a specially abled person with hearing disability seeking for a job/exhibition & if I am lucky enough to get a chance to get my work exhibitive in an international virtual exhibition, it’ll be a great opportunity for me.

Arti Kaushal, mentioned, “Right now I am doing Masters study in Applied art from Government college of fine art, Chandigarh. I like doing painting and photography scene I know art. I learned painting by myself. I participated in college exhibitions.”

The exhibition will remain open till 10th December, 2021 in the Gandhi Bhawan. The timings for the exhibition are from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2pm to 5pm.

UIPS, PU receives Grant of Rs. 1 crore from its Alumni

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Chandigarh December 3, 2021

Continuing in its legacy of excellence, UIPS recently procured a magnanimous grant of Rs 1 Crore under Corporate and Social Responsibility (CSR) from a multinational pharmaceutical company, M/s Mylan Laboratories Limited, facilitated by its alumni, Mr Rajiv Malik, President, Viatris, USA and Mr Sanjeev K Sethi, Chief Operating Officer, Viatris/Mylan, India. This is the highest grant received under CSR by Panjab University.

The grant will be utilized in establishing state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, procurement of sophisticated instruments and for generation of other facilities at UIPS, which will go a long way in accelerating the already upward growing graph of UIPS. This is defined under an agreement signed between the Company and Registrar, Panjab University. Professor Indu Pal Kaur, Chairperson UIPS, attributes continuous accomplishments of UIPS to the cohesiveness, hard work and persistent efforts of the globally acclaimed faculty colleagues, alumni and dedication of students.

University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS) is one of the most celebrated institute, not only within Panjab University but is also ranked nationally as number 2 Pharmaceutical Sciences Institute. In addition, nine of its faculty members have been repeatedly recognized amongst the top 2% most cited scientists in the field of Pharmacy and Pharmacology across the globe as promulgated by Stanford USA research group consolidating data in the area. This is resplendent with academic achievements and offering best in class placement opportunities as evidenced by the highly established alumni occupying prominent research, administrative and industry positions within and outside the country. The UIPS alumni have been consistently supporting the alma mater atvarious levels, including a significant endowment fund of (~USD 200000) created by senior alumnus, Mr Jaswant Singh Gill, CA, USA to support needy and bright graduate and doctoral pharmacy students. Similar scholarship contributions have also been made by alumni from North America.

The high prowess in publications; high quality research output in terms of patents, technology-transfers to industry and grants; academics & collaborative outputs; near 100% placements of graduating Masters students and national & international collaborations are the main strengths of UIPS.

The Institute has some exceptional achievements of discoveries of new drugs and a series of molecules and has successfully licensed a dozen of innovative technologies to pharmaceutical industries for commercialization. Further, it is our STRIVE AT UIPS TO IMPROVE, EVOLVE AND INNOVATE aligning with the policies of our nation, said Professor Indu Pal Kaur.

At this juncture she also shared that UIPS was assigned 4 stars under the Institution’s Innovation Council-University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (IIC-UIPS) announced by Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell, New Delhi.

Para Sports Meet at PU

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Chandigarh:

On the occasion of International Day of Person with Disabilities, Para Sports Meet was held in Panjab University which was organized by Equal Opportunity Cell for Person with disabilities and sports department of PU  in collaboration with Saksham Chandigarh, Department of community education and disability studies and PGI differently abled employees union. 
The event was inaugurated by Prof. V. R. Sinha, Dean University Instruction (DUI), Panjab University and Prof. Latika along with others. The event was coordinated by Dr. Ramesh Kataria (Coordinator, EOC PwDs) and Dr. Rakesh Malik (Deputy Director, Department of Sports, PU Chd. 
Mr. Giriraj Singh, paralympian Athens, 2004, Deputy Director, Department of Sports and Youth Affair, Government of Haryana was the Patron of the event. Mr. Ravi Kumar Secretary Saksham, Punjab Mr. Pankaj Kumar, Mr. Satyaveer Dagur, Mr. Satish Kumar, Mr. Jala Ram, Mr. Om Prakash from PGI Chd. 
In this event, players from PGGCG, DAV-10, and Institute for blind, Sector 26 and Panjab University actively participated in Cricket, Shot put and 100m race. The participation was equal by both girls and boys in B1, B2 and B3 categories. Participants were really very happy and cheerful throughout the event. Their confidence and capabilities inspired everyone to believe that they are not disable but talentedly able. Their support for each other was commendable.
 Everyone present at the event was spell bound by the singing performance of Pawan and other participants. All the participants told that they had great experience and exposure. Rohit told us that he liked the facilities provided during the event. Kashish and Pooja thanked the organizing committee and loved the event; Ritik had great experience and told “we can do what others can do”. 
The certificates and medals were distributed by Prof. Ashok Kumar, Associate Dean Student Welfare, Prof. Anuradha and Prof. Navleen Kaur from PU,  to the winners. Cricket match was won by PU11 team against Saksahm team. In last Dr. Kataria thanked Vice-Chancellor of the Panjab University, for providing facilities for the successful completion of the event.

AIDS AWARENESS RALLY at Panjab University

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Department of NSS in association with the Centre for Medical Physics, Panjab University, Chandigarh organized an awareness rally on theme ‘End Inequality-End AIDS’. The objective of the campaign was to raise awareness about the importance of engaging youth in the prevention and treatment of HIV.

Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University flagged off the rally from Gandhi Bhawan in the presence of Prof. V.R. Sinha, Dean of University Instructions, Prof. Ashok Kumar, Associate Dean Student Welfare, Prof. Anju Suri, Dean College Development Council, Prof Deepti Gupta, Dean International Students, Dr. Nidhi Gautam, Warden, GH-5 and Dr. Arun Singh Thakur, Warden, BH-7. The rally concluded at Centre for Medical Physics, Sector 25, PU.

Prof. Ashwani Koul, Programme Coordinator, NSS, PU welcomed all the dignitaries and participants.

More than 70 NSS volunteers including some foreign national students and faculty including Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Department of Physics, Dr. Bhavneet Bhatti, School of Communication Studies participated enthusiastically and distributed pamphlets containing useful information on AIDS.

The event was organized by Dr. Vivek Kumar, Chairperson, Centre for Medical Physics, Dr. Simran Preet, Bio-Physics and Dr. Naveen Kumar, University Institute of Applied and Management Science.

PU VC meets Power Minister

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Panjab University  Vice Chancellor Prof Raj Kumar made a courtesy visit to the office of Sh Raj Kumar Singh, former Indian bureaucrat and a current Union Cabinet Minister of Power, New Delhi. PU VC discussed about the solar power project for the campus.Attachments area

PU Emeritus Professor receives ICONIC Award in Health Psychology

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Chandigarh November 29, 2021

            Professor Emeritus Jitendra Mohan of Panjab University Chandigarh  was awarded ICONIC award for his contribution in research in Health Psychology.

            He delivered the keynote address during the 6th International Conference of the INDIAN Academy of Health Psychology held from 26-28, November 2021 at Gautam Buddha University, Noida, UP, INDIA. He emphasised on the interplay of biological, cultural and psychological factors in Health.

            Professor Randeep Guleria Director AIIMS New Delhi was the chief guest and Professor Anand kumar of Kaashi Vidyapeeth presided over the event.

            In the background of the Covid 19 pandemic it was deliberated to take preventive measures.

            More than 400 delegates participated in this multidisciplinary conference. In a path breaking style the scientists and medical professionals stressed upon unified action of all concerned.

Webinar at CEDS, PU

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Chandigarh November 29, 2021

Department of Community Education and Disability Studies (Panjab University, Chandigarh) organized a webinar today with the theme of ‘Intervention and Teaching Strategies for Children with Neuro-Development Disabilities’. In this webinar Dr. Hemant Keshwal (Assistant Professor, National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, (Divyajan) NIEPID,  Regional Centre, Noida. U.P. India) was the Resource Person. Dr. Navleen Kaur (Chairperson) and Dr. Md. Saifur Rahman (Assistant Professor) introduced the resource person to the Participants. The participants were the students of B.Ed. Special Education semester I & III along with research scholars of the Department of Community Education and Disability Studies.

The webinar started with broadly four types of Neuro-Developmental disabilities i.e. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyper-activity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disability (LD) and Specific Learning Disorder (SLD). He was also presenting some illustrations in between the lecture for making lecture more interesting and interactive. He also explained what the symptoms to identify such disorders. In his lecture he emphasized more on early assessment and the role of parents and teachers become very important to deal with child’s problem. He also elaborated upon the various assessment tools that are available for identification of these problems. Further he also provide interventions that can help in solving the issues related to Neuro-Developmental Disabilities. He is of the opinion that technology can contribute in a greater way to help the child in learning process. At the end of the webinar there was open discussion, in which all participants were taking part actively. The participants were very curious to know about the new knowledge about the concepts of developmental disabilities. It was completely an interactive session. Participants seems very enthusiastic throughout the session. They suggested that department should organize more session on regular basis.

Assistant Professor Dr. Saifur Rehman gave vote of thanks. All faculty members of the department were also present in the webinar.

National Pharmacy Teachers Training Programme Begins at PU

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Chandigarh November 29, 2021

A one-week web faculty training school under the initiative of UGC Networking Resource Centre (UGC-NRC), on “Attaining Quality Excellence in Drug Delivery Development & Research: Emerging Trends, Tools & Techniques in Pharmaceutics & Biopharmaceutics” from November 29 to December 04, 2021 was inaugurated today via Cisco WebEx at the University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS), Panjab University, for pharma faculty and researchers across the country.

A total of 68 participants were selected among over 80 applicants for training, hailing from various Colleges/Universities, representing 19 different states of India. The training school intends to apprise and update the young participants among faculty and researchers on diverse scientific and professional vistas of the pertinent domain of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, and to provide them a constructive milieu for exploring and exploiting the advanced approaches and appliances in the aforesaid pharmaceutical fields.

Professor Indu Pal Kaur, Chairperson, UIPS and Programme Coordinator, UGC-NRC, welcomed the participants and Chief Guest, and briefed them about the achievements of UIPS and UGC-NRC programs.

Professor Bhupinder Singh Bhoop, Course Coordinator, summarized about the course content to the participants, introduced the keynote speaker and conducted the proceedings of the event. Dr Gurpal Singh is the Joint Course Coordinator.

Professor Surjit Singh, Director, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, was the Chief Guest and shared his words of wisdom. He congratulated UIPS on being the premier and highly rated department of the Panjab University and delightedly shared the cordial and synergistic relation of PGI and UIPS.

Professor Dulal Panda, Director, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (NIPER), Mohali, Punjab was the Keynote Speaker and delivered the Keynote Address on “Cancer Chemotherapy: Potential Role of Drug Delivery.” Professor Panda gave an overview of microtubule structural diversity originating from tubulin heterogeneities, and how cancer cells use those heterogeneities to acquire resistance against clinical agents.  Citing an existing successful attempt of Maytansine, he pondered on the need to formulate and develop new drug delivery system to counter the developed resistance. Further, he encouraged the participants to adopt Tubulin core as an emerging area by sharing research findings of potent delivery system of microtubule -destabilizing nanocomplexes for hepatocellular carcinoma cells.

Professor V. R. Sinha, Dean of University Instruction, Panjab University, presided over the event and shared his Presidential remarks. He appreciated the efforts of coordinators telling that course would be an ideal opportunity for the novitiate scientists to gain familiarity with diverse conceptual and practical aspects, ranging widely from laboratory research to its industrial commercialization.

Subsequent sessions included a lecture by Professor S P Vyas, Drug Delivery Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dr. Harisingh Gour University, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh on “Nanomedicine-Based Strategies for Purpose Specific Drug Delivery: Options and Opportunities.” The post-lunch session covered informative talks by Professor Vandana Patravale, Professor of Pharmaceutics, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, Maharashtra on “Computational Pharmaceutics: A Changing Paradigm in Drug Delivery” and “Nanotechnology-Based Drug Products: Regulatory Intervention” by Dr Amita Sarwal, Pharmaceutics Division, University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

UIPS is the first and the only Pharmacy Institute in the country selected by MHRD for creating UGC Networking Resource Centre to promote and foster research and academics in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences by training young pharma trainers, selected across the nation.

Webinar on “Design Registration Process: An Insight” At UIFT & VD

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Chandigarh November 29, 2021

            University Institute of Fashion Technology & Vocational Development (UIFT & VD) Panjab University Chandigarh held a lecture series Learn the ropes with Alumni by Dr. Charu Kohli, an expert in textiles on Design Registration Process: An insight. She pursued her PhD from UIFT, PU and developed a prototype for a reusable baby diaper.

            Dr. Anu H. Gupta, Chairperson, UIFT & VD, welcomed and appreciated Dr. Charu Kohli on her success in obtaining design registration for the reusable baby diaper. She also emphasised the significance of intellectual property rights for fashion design and technology experts.

            Dr. Charu Kohli shared her experience of registering a reusable baby diaper design. She elaborated on prerequisites and the procedure of filling out the documents to be submitted to the Design Wing of the Patent Office, which is located at the Intellectual Property Office in Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai. She expounded on the terms “copyright, patent, and trademark,” instructing students on the distinctions between the three. She explained registration sheet samples and design classifications. She emphasised that students should not be scared to take risks and step outside of their comfort zone in order to gain greater exposure and urged students who conduct study on designing products to register their designs.

            Students expressed interest in the webinar, which concluded with the resource person answering questions on filling and filing the application for the design registration. Around 50 students and alumni joined the webinar, which was organised by Ms. Parneet Brar, guest faculty at UIFT.

Constitution Day by NSS, UILS, PU

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            Prof. Rajinder Kaur,  Director, UILS, PU informed that the event was organized to make the students and NSS volunteers aware of the basic essence of the Constitution of India, how it was framed and the responsibilities and duties of the citizens towards the Constitution.

            NSS in collaboration with UIAMS, UIET and the Centre for Medical Physics organized the webinar to commemorate constitution day which was attended by 178 participated.

            Prof. Ashwani Koul briefed about the activities of NSS.

            Prof. Devinder Singh, Secretary to Vice Chancellor and Chairperson of Dept. of Laws, PU spoke at length on functioning of Constitution. He elaborated that how the Indian constitution is a supreme, citizen centric, living and a unique document which belongs to everyone. He inspired everyone to render their duties with full honesty.

          Senior faculty of the departments, NSS Programme officers, research scholars, students and affiliated colleges attended the event.

National Service Scheme, University Institute of Legal Studies(UILS), Panjab University in collaboration with Legal Aid Society, UILS organised a Preamble pledge-taking ceremony on the occasion of 73rd Constitution Day of India by 160 students of UILS.

            Prof. Rajinder Kaur,  Director, UILS, PU informed that the event was organized to make the students and NSS volunteers aware of the basic essence of the Constitution of India, how it was framed and the responsibilities and duties of the citizens towards the Constitution.

            NSS in collaboration with UIAMS, UIET and the Centre for Medical Physics organized the webinar to commemorate constitution day which was attended by 178 participated.

            Prof. Ashwani Koul briefed about the activities of NSS.

            Prof. Devinder Singh, Secretary to Vice Chancellor and Chairperson of Dept. of Laws, PU spoke at length on functioning of Constitution. He elaborated that how the Indian constitution is a supreme, citizen centric, living and a unique document which belongs to everyone. He inspired everyone to render their duties with full honesty.

          Senior faculty of the departments, NSS Programme officers, research scholars, students and affiliated colleges attended the event.