Day 2

College On Wheel: Journey Through  Iconic Government Buildings 

New Delhi

Nov 20,2023 

Visit to Parliament House: In a day filled with historical insights and cultural exploration, visitors embarked on a journey through Delhi's prominent landmarks, including the Old Parliament House (Sam Sadan), the President's House, and the iconic India Gate. The day commenced at the bustling Delhi railway station, and the first stop was the Old Parliament House, where a knowledgeable guide led visitors through the Samadhan Sadan. The Central Hall, a focal point for significant parliamentary sessions, showcased symbolic plates from Commonwealth countries, a reminder of India's political history intertwined with its global connections. Exploring the old Lok Sabha room revealed unique arrangements for public and media, with a horseshoe-shaped seating for Members of Parliament. Sansad TV cameras exclusively recorded proceedings, and the interpretation room facilitated language translations during sessions.

The day commenced at the bustling Delhi railway station, and the first stop was the Old Parliament House, where a knowledgeable guide led visitors through the Samadhan Sadan. The Central Hall, a focal point for significant parliamentary sessions, showcased symbolic plates from Commonwealth countries, a reminder of India's political history intertwined with its global connections. Exploring the old Lok Sabha room revealed unique arrangements for public and media, with a horseshoe-shaped seating for Members of Parliament. Sansad TV cameras exclusively recorded proceedings, and the interpretation room facilitated language translations during sessions. The journey continued to the old Rajya Sabha, mirroring its Lok Sabha counterpart with galleries for the public, media, and chambers for MPs. Commonwealth symbols adorned both chambers, reflecting historical ties. Transitioning to the New Parliament House, inaugurated in May 2023, visitors marveled atsix gates named after creatures representing different aspects of India's diverse population. The Makar Dwar, with its sea creature sculptures, symbolized unity in diversity. Inside the Lok Sabha room of the new complex, advancements were evident, with real-time multilingual interpretation for MPs, eliminating the need for translations in Hindi and English.

The visit extended to the RashtraPati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India. The Darbar Hall, hosting prestigious ceremonies, displayed a rich history, including a sculpture of Lord Buddha and life-sized paintings of Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders. The North Delhi Room (NDR), where the President receives visiting Heads of State, showcased tasteful Burmese teak paneling and furniture designed by Edwin Lutyens. The Ashoka Hall, with its ornate decor, hosted presentations of credentials by foreign Heads of Missions.

The Brahmaputra Hall, also known as the State Dining Room, dazzled with intricate details, offering a grand setting for banquets overlooking the Amrit Udyan. The day concluded at India Gate, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made, marking the end of a rich and informative exploration into the heart of India's governance and cultural heritage.

The visit ends with a round trip of the majestic India gate inspiring the students towards sacrifices made by our heroes to keep India safe. Again, in the evening the journey for the next destination was flagged off by Vice Chairman, Higher Education Council UT of J&K Padma Shri Prof. Dinesh Singh ji and esteemed Vice Chancellor, University of Prof. Umesh Rai