NKPSIMS

N. K. P. SALVE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES & RESEARCH CENTRE

AND

LATA MANGESHKAR HOSPITAL,NAGPUR

REPORT ON MAA SARASWATI PUJA
Date: February 14, 2024

Saraswati Puja, also known as Basant Panchami, is a Hindu festival celebrated to honor the goddess Saraswati, who is revered as the deity of wisdom, knowledge, and learning. This auspicious occasion holds great significance, especially in educational institutions, where students seek the blessings of Saraswati for academic success and enlightenment. NKPSIMS, Nagpur, embraced this tradition with fervor and enthusiasm, marking the day with various rituals and cultural activities.

In anticipation of Saraswati Puja, the campus of NKPSIMS was adorned with vibrant decorations, predominantly in yellow, symbolizing prosperity and vibrancy associated with the onset of spring. The puja venue was beautifully decorated with flowers, rangolis, and images of Goddess Saraswati, creating a serene and spiritually uplifting atmosphere.

The Saraswati Puja ceremony commenced with the chanting of Vedic hymns and mantras, invoking the blessings of the goddess Saraswati. Faculty members, students, and staff gathered to offer their prayers and seek divine guidance for academic excellence and intellectual growth. The puja rituals were conducted with utmost reverence and devotion, signifying the importance of knowledge and learning in one’s life.

 As a gesture of goodwill and communal harmony, prasad consisting of traditional sweets and fruits were distributed among the attendees. This symbolic gesture emphasized the spirit of sharing and generosity, bringing people together in a spirit of unity and joy.

The success of the personality contest 2022 owes much to the unwavering support and guidance provided by Dean Dr. Kajal Mitra, advisor of the College Students’ Council Dr. Mohana Majumdar, Chairperson of the College Students’ Council Dr. Rajesh Dehankar, Co-Chairperson Dr. Rakhee Tirpude and Dr. Sushil Gawande,  Member of the Student Welfare Board, MUHS Nashik, Dr. Aniruddha Deoke. Their presence and mentorship were instrumental in shaping the event.

The presence of these esteemed guests and students added prestige and significance to the Saraswati Puja celebration at NKPSIMS, Nagpur. Their participation underscored the collective commitment to fostering a culture of knowledge, learning, and spiritual enrichment within the academic community.

Janak Suthar

General Secretary

Dr. Mohana Majumdar

Advisor

Yashraj Deshmukh

President

Dr. Sushil Gawande

Co-Chairperson

Dr. Rajesh Dehankar

Chairperson

Dr. Rakhee Tirpude

Co-Chairperson