Udhampur Campus, University of Jammu Celebrates Diwali Fest with Grandeur and Enthusiasm

Udhampur Campus, University of Jammu, celebrated its Diwali Fest with great enthusiasm, fervor and festive spirit. Marking the third consecutive year of organizing the Diwali Fest at the campus, the celebration reflected the institution's continued commitment to promoting cultural vibrancy, creativity, student engagement and a spirit of togetherness among its campus fraternity.

The campus wore a vibrant festive look as students from all semesters came together to celebrate the festival of lights through a series of engaging activities. One of the major attractions of the fest was the food stalls set up by students, offering a variety of delicious food items and refreshments. The stalls provided students with an opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial abilities, creativity, teamwork and organizational skills, while adding a lively dimension to the celebrations.

The campus premises were beautifully adorned with colorful rangoli prepared by students, reflecting their artistic talent and the traditional essence of Diwali. The festive atmosphere was further enlivened by energetic dance performances. The celebrations also featured a fireworks display, adding to the festive excitement and creating memorable moments for the participants.

On the occasion, Prof. Yash Pal Sharma, Rector, Udhampur Campus, University of Jammu, extended his heartfelt wishes to the students and staff and shared an inspiring message emphasizing the importance of righteousness, perseverance, strength and collective effort in life. He encouraged students to uphold righteousness in their thoughts and actions and reminded them that challenges are an integral part of every meaningful journey. Emphasizing that success comes after struggle, he urged students to face difficulties with courage, determination and inner strength rather than allowing obstacles to discourage them. Prof. Sharma particularly highlighted the importance of teamwork, cooperation and collective responsibility, stating that meaningful achievements are often the outcome of shared efforts and mutual support. Drawing upon the wisdom of the ancient Katha Upanishad, he also elaborated on the concepts of Shreyas and Preyas the distinction between what is truly beneficial and what is merely pleasurable. He encouraged students to choose Shreyas, representing the path of long-term welfare, wisdom and lasting fulfilment, over Preyas, which signifies immediate pleasure and gratification. He emphasized that the more challenging path often leads to more meaningful and rewarding outcomes, encouraging students to priorities discipline, purposeful learning and long-term growth over short-term attractions. He concluded his address by extending warm Diwali greetings and best wishes to all students and staff members of Udhampur Campus.

The Diwali Fest served as more than just a festive gathering; it provided a meaningful platform for students to develop leadership, entrepreneurial abilities, creativity, collaboration and a sense of community beyond the classroom. The enthusiastic participation of students from all semesters and their collective efforts transformed the campus into a vibrant space of celebration, cultural expression and camaraderie.