GGDSD College, Chandigarh

05/02/2026

PG Department of English, GGDSD College Organises a Creative Writing Workshop: Exploring the Art of Expression in Words

Chandigarh. 5 February 2026. The Postgraduate Department of English, Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma (GGDSD) College, Sector 32, Chandigarh, successfully organised a Creative Writing Workshop aimed at nurturing literary expression, strengthening creative skills, and introducing students to diverse forms of poetic and reflective writing.

Under its six-day workshop series, the Department of English hosted three eminent resource persons — Prof. Deepti Gupta (Professor at the Department of English and Cultural Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh), Mrs. Neena Singh (a banker-turned-poet from Chandigarh), and Dr. Urvi Sharma (Assistant Professor of English at Amity University, Mohali). The workshop sessions offered both scholarly insight and creative inspiration and students learnt to write poems of different kinds such as haikus, blackout poetry, ekphrastic poetry, etc.
The programme commenced on each day with Principal Dr. Ajay Sharma warmly welcoming the distinguished resource persons and addressing the gathering. g He appreciated the department’s efforts in encouraging students to engage with literature beyond the conventional classroom. The programme concluded with Ms. Pooja Sarin, Head of the PG Department of English, expressing gratitude to the resource persons and delivering the formal vote of thanks. The Department of English reaffirmed its commitment to fostering creativity, critical inquiry, and literary appreciation through such dynamic academic endeavours.

05/02/2026

05/02/2026

The Readers Club of Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma (GGDSD) College organised Bibliotherapy (3rd Edition), a book donation drive, as the second event of its annual literary fest, “Wordsmith’s Gala 3.0: A Festival of Literature, Arts, and Language Diversity,” on February 2, 2026, in front of the college library.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members, who donated books across diverse genres, including fiction, non-fiction, academic, and reference titles. The initiative aimed to promote a culture of reading and sharing while enriching the resources of the college library.

The programme commenced with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Registrar, Mr. Ashutosh Sharma, who appreciated the Readers Club for fostering knowledge sharing and community engagement. Literary games such as Literary Bingo and Heads Up added an interactive dimension to the event, with prizes awarded to the winners. Dr. Gurpreet Singh Sohal, convener of the Readers Club, expressed gratitude to all contributors and acknowledged the support of faculty members, student volunteers, and the college management.

Dr. Ajay Sharma, Principal of the college, appreciated the book donation drive as a valuable literary initiative that strengthens the college library and reinforces the importance of reading, learning, and knowledge within the academic community.

Bibliotherapy (3rd Edition) added meaning and depth to Wordsmith’s Gala 3.0, reaffirming the role of literature in nurturing curiosity and intellectual growth.

05/02/2026

ASHRA CLUB, SD COLLEGE, Chandigarh organized an Interactive visit at YUVA STAMBH WELFARE ASSOCIATION, Sector 26, Chandigarh
ASHRA Club of GGDSD College, Sector-32, organized a heartwarming and impactful interactive visit for underprivileged children at the YUVA STAMBH WELFARE ASSOCIATION , sector 26, Chandigarh on 4th February, 2026. The visit aimed to build confidence, foster personality development, and enhance self-worth among children, primarily through positive and engaging interactions between college students and the children at the facility. Over 40 school children, aged 8-12 years, participated in the session, led by ASHRA Club members. The atmosphere was filled with joy, as the children actively engaged in various activities that encouraged both learning and laughter. A diverse group of SD College students, including those from the commerce, arts, and science streams came together to support this social cause. It provided students an opportunity to interact with the under privileged students and understand their emotional and social needs.
The children who demonstrated the most enthusiasm and participation in public speaking and confidence building activities were rewarded with gifts. The evening concluded with a series of fun-filled activities that brought smiles to the faces of these less privileged children. The event not only promoted community spirit but also created lasting, heartwarming memories for everyone involved.
The members of ASHRA Club would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Ajay Sharma, Principal of GGDSD College and Dr. Meenu Gupta, Club coordinator for providing them with the opportunity to organize this visit. Overall, it was a memorable and enriching experience for both the ASHRA club members and the children, leaving a lasting impact on all involved. This visit turned out to be a fulfilling and memorable experience, reinforcing the importance of kindness, and social responsibility towards the society.

05/02/2026

Resonance Club, Department of Chemistry, GGDSD College, sector 32-C, Chandigarh organized a lecture sensitizing students on the topic ‘Concepts of NMR Spectroscopy’ under PM USHA Scheme on 3rd February, 2026. Dr. Ajay Sharma Principal, GGDSD College extended a green welcome to the esteemed speaker Prof.(Dr.) Amarjit Kaur , Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, Chandigarh. Dr. Amarjit highlighted the importance of spectroscopy and elaborated on its wide-ranging applications across various fields. The session provided valuable insights into different aspects of NMR spectroscopy, covering fundamental concepts such as chemical shift and the influence of molecular structure on its value. The discussion was enriched with relevant examples, which greatly enhanced the understanding of the topic. Around 60 participants, both UG and PG students attended the lecture. Dr. Jasamrit Nayyar, HOD, Department of Chemistry acknowledged the importance of such informative talks in fostering an enlightening and intellectual milieu within the student community. Dr. Shweta Wadhawan and Dr. Jyoti Kataria, extended their heartfelt gratitude to the faculty and students for their enthusiastic participation and invaluable contribution, which made the event successful.

05/02/2026

GGDSD College Organised Career Guidance Session on Management Careers After Graduation

Chandigarh, February 3, 2026:
The Guidance and Counselling Cell of GGDSD College, in collaboration with the Indian School of Business (ISB), organised an exclusive career guidance session titled “Exploring Management Careers After Graduation” for pre-final and final year students.

The resource person for the session was Ms. Baljeet Kapoor Senior Manager – Admissions and Financial Aid, ISB.

The session commenced with a green welcome to the esteemed speaker by Dr. Ajay Sharma, Principal who highlighted the importance of sustainability-oriented leadership and responsible career choices in contemporary management education.

During the session, Ms. Kapoor shared valuable insights into diverse management career opportunities after graduation, the advantages of management education, pathways to higher studies, and industry-oriented career options. The session was highly interactive and enabled students to engage with the expert and clarify their career-related queries.
The session was convened by Tarundeep Kaur, Convener, Guidance and Counselling Cell, with Renuj Sharma, Campus Ambassador, facilitating student coordination. The event was efficiently organised by Dr. Anupriya Bhardwaj, Organising Secretary, who emphasised that the college and the Guidance and Counselling Cell are keen to strengthen and expand collaborations with such premier institutions in the future for the greater benefit and exposure of students.
The session received an enthusiastic response from students and was widely appreciated for its practical relevance and career-focused guidance. The college reaffirmed its commitment to organising such meaningful academic and career development initiatives for the holistic growth of students.

05/02/2026

GGDSD College conducts workshop on “Build with Meander – From Concepts to Real World Intelligence” under IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026

Chandigarh: February 3, 2026: The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) of GGDSD College, Sector-32, Chandigarh, in collaboration with the Post Graduate Department of Computer Science and Applications, successfully organized the workshop “Build with Meander – From Concepts to Real World Intelligence” on February 3, 2026, as part of the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026. The event was inaugurated by Dr. Ajay Sharma, Principal, GGDSD College and Dr. Rina, Head of the department. The event began with a green welcome of the speaker Dr. Sandeep Srivastava, Founder, Meander Software Pvt. Ltd in the presence of faculty members and students, with the objective of fostering innovation, technological thinking, and entrepreneurial mindset among youth.

Dr. Srivastava shared insights drawn from over twenty years of industry experience. He engaged over 50 students and young professionals through interactive discussions and hands-on demonstrations covering Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), Global Digital Systems (GDS), Artificial Intelligence, digital assets, and application development, effectively connecting academic concepts with real-world industry applications.

During the IndiaAI Impact Summit talk, Dr. Srivastava explained the five-layered AI ecosystem, energy, chips, infrastructure, models, and applications, emphasizing that India’s key strength lies in the application layer. He highlighted growing government support for AI, citing a ₹10,000 crore budget allocation, and stressed the role of data and machine learning in building scalable AI solutions. The session also highlighted emerging career paths such as AI Architects and the increasing importance of prompt engineering as a core technical skill.

The workshop concluded with a focus on AI-driven automation, intelligent tool integration, and data transformation through AI inference, marking a shift beyond traditional coding practices. The event was seamlessly coordinated by Convenor Dr. Vikram Sagar, Organising Secretary Dr. Rina and Innovation Ambassador Dr. Pooja Mohan.

29/01/2026

The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Chandigarh, under the PM–USHA Scheme (RUSA), organised a two-day workshop on “Innovative Film-Making & Creative Direction”. The sessions were conducted by the resource person, Mr. Hardev Singh, a filmmaker, graphics designer and photographer, who brought rich industry experience and practical insights to the workshop.

28/01/2026

The Postgraduate Department of Computer Science and Applications successfully organized a technical hands-on workshop on “Code to Intelligence” on 28th January, 2026 under the PM-USHA scheme. The workshop was designed to equip participants with the latest practices in intelligent coding, helping to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. It also focused on nurturing practical, industry-ready skills by exposing students to real-world development approaches and emerging technological trends.
The session was conducted by Ms. Damanpreet Kaur, Training Head, and Mr. Hridey Kumar, Senior Technical Lead (Web & Mobile), SUNFOCUS Solutions Pvt. Ltd. With over 25 years of experience in training and learning initiatives, Ms. Kaur possesses specialized expertise in mentoring students and professionals, managing training teams, and coordinating corporate placements. On the other side, Mr. Hridey has led the development of large-scale web and mobile applications across sectors, including community platforms, finance, healthcare, and AI-driven systems. He has a great experience in building end-to-end products from proof of concepts to production, including the integration of AI/LLM-driven workflows, intelligent automation, data processing and analytics.
In his session, the resource person provided a comprehensive overview of modern web and application development practices. The session covered core concepts of full stack architecture, popular frameworks, and key frontend and backend technologies used in the industry. Participants were introduced to mobile application development fundamentals and the role of AI integration tools in building scalable solutions. Special emphasis was laid on the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js), highlighting its real-world applications and industry relevance. The workshop enabled students to gain clarity on end-to-end development workflows and emerging career opportunities in full stack development.

28/01/2026

*Poster Making Competition on “Reduce Waste – Segregate Today, Sustain Tomorrow* ” at GGDSD College
Chandigarh, 27 January 2026: The Green Campus Committee (GCC) of GGDSD College, Sector-32, Chandigarh, under Mission LIFE organised a Poster Making Competition on the theme “Reduce Waste – Segregate Today, Sustain Tomorrow” with the objective of promoting environmental awareness and sustainable waste management practices among students.
Students participated enthusiastically and presented creative, informative, and visually engaging posters highlighting the importance of waste reduction, segregation, recycling, and responsible environmental behaviour. The competition served as an effective platform to sensitise the campus community towards building a cleaner and greener future.
The event was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Jyoti Joshi, Coordinator, Green Campus Committee, with Dr. Gurjeet Kaur serving as the Organising Secretary. The competition was judged by Dr. Sandeep Kumar Sharma and Dr. Osheen Sharma, who commended the participants for their originality, clarity of thought, and strong environmental messaging.
Dr. Ajay Sharma appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the students and applauded their efforts towards sustaining a healthy environment. He encouraged the students to adopt eco-friendly practices in their daily lives and act as responsible ambassadors of environmental conservation.
Based on the judges’ evaluation, Mr. Vasu was awarded the First Prize, while Ms. Chaitya Batra secured the Second Prize whereas Ms. Janvi bagged consolation prize. The event concluded on a positive note, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to fostering environmental responsibility and sustainable practices on campus.

28/01/2026

DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS ORGANIZED A SEMINAR UNDER PM-USHA SCHEME OF RUSA ON “OPERATIONS RESEARCH AND ITS APPLICATIONS” ON 23 JANUARY, 2026 (FRIDAY) AT 11:00AM.

On January 23rd, 2026 a Seminar on “Operations Research and Its Applications'' under PM-USHA Scheme of RUSA was organized by the Department of Statistics, G.G.D.S.D. College, Sector-32, Chandigarh. Ms. Kriti and Shefali first year students of Statistics welcomed the resource person Dr. Harish Garg, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Thapar University, Patiala, Principal Sir, faculty members and the participants of the Seminar. The Principal of the college Dr. Ajay Sharma motivated the participants by giving a brief introduction of operation research and its utilities in various fields. Dr. Harish Garg highlighted the importance optimization techniques and their practical uses in real life with the help of some statistical tools or examples. He discussed about historical background of different statistical and mathematical laws, their importance, concept and real life applications of operations research in detail. The Seminar was concluded with vote of thanks by Dr. Ram Niwas, Head Department of Statistics, G.G.D.S.D College, Chandigarh. The seminar was attended by our faculty members and students.

28/01/2026

GGDSD NCC Cadets Take Anti-Drug Pledge on Republic Day

On the occasion of the Republic Day, the NCC Unit of Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Chandigarh reaffirmed its commitment towards a drug-free society by organising an Anti-Drug Pledge and Awareness Activity on the college campus in collaboration with VADA Club of the college.

As part of the initiative, cadets displayed informative and impactful posters highlighting the social, physical and psychological consequences of drug abuse. NCC cadets enthusiastically took a collective pledge to stay away from drugs and to actively spread awareness against substance abuse in society.

Principal Dr. Ajay Sharma expressed his strong support for the anti-drug initiative, emphasising the role of youth in nation-building and social reform. The programme was conducted under the guidance of NCC officers and VADA Club coordinators.