Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti (छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज जयंती १९.२.२०२२)

 

Jijau Maa Saheb Jayanti and Swami Vivekananda Jayanti : 12th January 2022

The Library and Information Centre of Progressive Education Society’s Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Shivajinagar, Pune-5 celebrated the Birth Anniversaries of Jijau Maa Saheb and Swami Vivekanand on 12.01.2022. Respected Principal Dr.Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir, College Librarian Dr.Shantashree Sengupta, and Library Staff paid their respect to Jijau Maa Saheb and Swami Vivekanand.

Principal Sir briefly addressed the great contributions of Jijau Maa Saheb who was known to be an influential and determined woman. Jijau Maa Saheb was an embodiment of self-respect and virtue. Famed for her foresight, Jijabai was herself an able warrior and administrator. She passed down her quality traits to the growing Shivaji and instilled within him a sense of duty, courage, and fortitude to overcome any hardship arising. Under her guidance and care, Shivaji Maharaj developed within him a human touch that saw him harbor great respect for all women, religious tolerance, and justice, along with the love for his country, his religion, and his quest for freedom of Maharashtra. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj owes his greatness to the inspiration of his mother who dedicated her life to bringing up her son to become one of the greatest rulers of the Maratha Empire.

Swami Vivekananda, was an Indian Hindu monk, a chief disciple of the 19th-century Indian mystic Ramakrishna Paramhans. He was a key figure in the introduction of the Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world. His vast knowledge of Eastern and Western culture, as well as his deep spiritual insight, fervid eloquence, brilliant conversation, broad human sympathy, made an irresistible appeal to the people in contact with him, who heard him and read about him. He is best known in the World for his groundbreaking speech to the 1893 World’s Parliament of Religions in which he introduced Hinduism to America and called for religious tolerance and an end to fanaticism. National Youth Day is being celebrated every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanand.

All the rules of physical distancing were followed during the program. I am thankful to the library staff members who were present during the program. 

Regards, 

Dr.Shantashree Sengupta, 

Librarian.

Savitribai Phule Jayanti : 3.1.2022

The Library and Information Centre of Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Shivajinagar, Pune-5 celebrated the Birth Anniversary of First Women Teacher of India 'Krantijyoti Savitribai Phule' today on 3rd January 2022 as per the guidelines in Government of Maharashtra Resolutions. Savitribai Phule was a social reformer, educationalist, and poet from Maharashtra.

Respected Principal Dr.Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir, College Librarian Dr. Shantashree Sengupta and Library Staff paid their respect to Savitribai Phule.

Principal Sir briefly addressed the great contributions of Savitribai Phule regarding how she demanded dignity for all women, for which she, along with her husband Jyotirao Phule worked their entire lives. The principles of humanity, equality, liberty and justice were of utmost importance to her. During a time when women education was not thought of, she ignited a spark that led to equality in education. In 2021, the Government of Maharashtra declared 3rd January to be celebrated as *Women's Education Day (Mahila Shikshan Din)*

All the rules of physical distancing were followed during the programme. I am thankful to the library staff members who were present during the programme. 

Regards, 

Dr.Shantashree Sengupta, Librarian.

Bharat Ratna Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Mahaparinirvan Diwas 06.12.2021

The Library and Information Centre of Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Shivajinagar,Pune-5 today on 06th December 2021 Mahaparinirvan Diwas organised programme to pay respect to Mahamaanav Bharat Ratna Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar. 

Respected Principal Dr.Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir, Teaching and Non-teaching Staff and Library Staff members paid Shraddhanjali to the Father of the Constitution of India Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar. Buddha Vandana Trisharan Panchsheel was also offered. Principal Sir explained the great contribution of the Great Indian Jurist, Economist, Politician and Social Reformer Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar. Prof.Subhash Karekar and Dr.Milind Bodke presented poems on life and works of the Multi-faceted Number One Scholar of the World Dr.B.R.Ambedkar (as recognized by Columbia University in August 2013).

Dr.Shantashree Sengupta did the comparing of the program and offered the Vote of Thanks. Books on Dr.B.R.Ambedkar were also displayed.

All the precautions related to COVID-19 were followed during the programme.

Regards,

Dr. Shantashree Sengupta,

Librarian. 

Sadbhavna Diwas 20.08.2021

Today on 20^th August 2021, the Library and Information Centre of Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Shivajinagar, Pune-5 observed ‘Sadbhavna Diwas’, the Birth Anniversary of Ex-Prime Minister of India Bharat Ratna Late Rajiv Gandhiji as per the Government of Maharashtra GR.

Under the guidance of Prof. Shamkant Deshmukh, Head, Department of Computer Science; Vice Principal and Secretary, Progressive Education Society, Pune-5 we took the Sadbhavna Diwas Pledge.

Prof. Shamkant Deshmukh Sir gave a brief summary of the notable innovative work initiated by Late Shri. Rajiv Gandhi like Computerisation and ICT Development. Sir also explained that this day is observed as 'Sadbhavana Diwas' or Harmony Day' with an objective to encourage national integration, peace, affection, and communal harmony among the Indian people of all religions.   

The program was conducted in the Library by following the Physical Distancing principle in the COVID-19 situation. I am thankful to the Library Staff who were present during the       program.  

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Dr. Shantashree Sengupta,

Librarian.

Krantisingh Nana Patil Jayanti : 03rd August 2021 (क्रांतिसिंह नाना पाटील जयंती)

Today on 03rd August 2021, the Library and Information Centre of Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Shivajinagar, Pune-5 celebrated the Birth Anniversary of Krantisingh Nana Patil (क्रांतिसिंह नाना पाटील) as per the instructions in Government of Maharashtra's GR under the guidance of Respected Principal Dr. Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir. 

Principal Sir mentioned that Nana Patil, who was popularly known as क्रांतिसिंह (meaning 'Revolutionary Lion'), was an Indian freedom fighter and Member of Parliament representing Beed District of Marathwada region. He was a source of inspiration for the people. Krantisinh Nana Patil established a parallel government in the district of Satara. 

Under the guidance of Respected Principal Dr. Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir, Librarian Dr. Shantashree Sengupta, College NCC (Naval Wing) Programme Officer Dr. Ashok Kamble and Library Staff paid their respect to Krantisingh Nana Patil. All the rules of physical distancing were followed during the programme. I am thankful to the library staff members who were present during the programme. 

Regards, 

Dr. Shantashree Sengupta, 

Librarian.

Sahityaratna Annabhau Sathe Jayanti – 01st August 2021

Today on 01^st August 2021, the Library and Information Centre of Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Shivajinagar, Pune-5 celebrated the Birth Anniversary of Sahityaratna Annabhau Sathe (साहित्यरत्न अन्नाभाऊ साठे) as per the instructions in Government of Maharashtra's GR under the guidance of Respected Principal Dr. Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir.

Principal Sir mentioned that Annabhau Sathe who was born as Tukaram Bhaurao Sathe, was a social reformer, folk poet, and writer from Maharashtra, India. Annabhau Sathe's use of folkloric narrative styles like powada and lavani helped popularise and make his work accessible to many communities. He wrote several novels in Marathi language. 

Under the guidance of Respected Principal Dr. Rajendra S. Zunjarrao Sir, Librarian Dr. Shantashree Sengupta and Library Staff paid their respect to Sahityaratna Annabhua Sathe. All the rules of physical distancing were followed during the programme. I am thankful to the library staff members who were present during the programme.

Regards, 

Dr. Shantashree Sengupta,

Librarian.