BBAU Observes Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas, Recalls the Pain of Partition and the Struggles of Displacement

Lucknow: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University observed Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas on August 14, with a programme organized by the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Committee. The programme was chaired by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal. Registrar Dr. Ashwini Kumar Singh, Chairperson of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Committee and IQAC Director Prof. Shilpi Verma, Capt. (Prof.) Rajshree, Lt. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Dadwal and Dr. Komal Singh were also present on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal said that Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas is significant as it reminds us of the difficult period when countless people made immense sacrifices, struggled and faced numerous hardships in the course of the country’s journey towards independence. He said that during Partition, a large number of people had to endure the pain of displacement and were forced to leave behind their homes, families, property and the stability of their lives to begin anew in unfamiliar places. The displaced people also faced severe challenges related to employment, housing and livelihood while rebuilding their lives under extremely difficult circumstances. The Vice-Chancellor said that it is essential for the younger generation to understand that freedom was not attained effortlessly or received as a legacy, but was the result of the sacrifices, struggles, determination and perseverance of millions of people. He emphasized that it is the responsibility of the youth to understand the values of freedom and perform their duties with a sense of dedication towards the nation. Prof. Mittal stated that contributing to the development of the country does not necessarily mean working only at a large scale; every individual can play an important role in nation-building by fulfilling their responsibilities at their own level. He encouraged young people to work towards becoming sensitive and responsible citizens by giving priority to environmental protection, social concerns and human values. He said that this would be a true tribute to all those known and unknown individuals who dedicated their lives to the country’s freedom and a better future.
Chairperson of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Committee, Prof. Shilpi Verma, said that the period of Partition was also a human tragedy that affected the lives of millions of families. People from every section of society, including women and children, had to endure unbearable pain and extremely difficult circumstances. She said this day provides an opportunity to remember those experiences of pain and struggle so that future generations can learn from history and work towards strengthening the values of peace, harmony, humanity and mutual brotherhood.
On the occasion, NCC cadets were present carrying the Tricolour in their hands. The Tricolours had been provided to them under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, which further strengthened the spirit of patriotism and national pride during the programme.

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